Considering a move in Assen and want to know what it costs? A professional house move in Assen costs an average of between €340 and €1.440, depending on the size of your home. In this article you will find current rates, an overview by neighbourhood and some practical ways to keep the cost down.
Moving costs Assen, 2026 overview
The prices below apply to moves within Assen, including 2 movers and a moving van. Assen generally has wider streets than the bigger cities, so moves here often run quickly.
| Property type | Volume | Price (incl. 2 movers & van) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / room | 5 m³ | € 400 - 535 |
| Apartment Most requested | 10 m³ | € 465 - 620 |
| Mid-terrace house | 15 m³ | € 660 - 880 |
| End-terrace house | 20 m³ | € 855 - 1.135 |
| Detached house | 25+ m³ | € 855 - 1.135 |
Assen has relatively many single-family homes and spacious new-build neighbourhoods. That means moves here usually go faster than in cities full of apartment blocks, which keeps the price down.
Factors that determine the moving price in Assen
Volume of belongings
More belongings means more loading space and more time. Volume is the single biggest factor in the price.
Distance
Moving within Assen is cheapest. A small distance surcharge applies for moves to Groningen or Emmen.
Floor & lift
Do you have an apartment without a lift? Then every extra floor adds time and hands.
Parking options
Parking in Assen is generally straightforward. Only in the town centre does it get trickier.
Day & season
Tuesday to Thursday outside summer is the most affordable. Saturdays and summer are busier and more expensive.
Extra services
A packing service, furniture assembly or piano transport are quoted separately, based on what you need.
Moving per neighbourhood in Assen
Assen town centre
The centre of Assen is relatively easy to get around, with broad avenues. Even so, parking around the shopping centre and the canals can sometimes require a little more attention. If needed, we arrange the necessary permit.
Peelo & Lariks
Extensive residential areas with mainly single-family homes and good accessibility. Moves in these neighbourhoods go quickly, thanks to wide streets and parking right outside the door.
Kloosterveen
A modern new-build neighbourhood on the west side of Assen. Many family homes and terraced houses. Excellently accessible and quick to move in. Here the volume of belongings determines almost the entire price.
Marsdijk & Pittelo
Quiet residential areas with a mix of apartments and ground-level homes. Easily accessible; moves here usually run without surprises.
Assen-Noord & surrounding countryside
For addresses outside the built-up area or in surrounding villages such as Rolde, Beilen or Vries, a small distance surcharge applies. DURA travels throughout Drenthe.
Moving to or from Assen
DURA regularly travels to and from Assen. The distance surcharges for popular routes:
| Route | Distance surcharge | Apartment estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Assen → Groningen | € 30 - 60 | € 480 - 710 |
| Assen → Leeuwarden | € 70 - 100 | € 520 - 750 |
| Assen → Emmen | € 40 - 70 | € 490 - 720 |
| Assen → Meppel | € 30 - 55 | € 480 - 705 |
Extra costs for a house move in Assen
- Packing service: we handle the packing of your belongings, price on request
- Furniture assembly: dismantling and assembling wardrobes and beds, €35 per hour
- Piano or safe: special surcharge based on weight and accessibility
- Temporary storage: interim storage if your new home is not yet available
- Packing materials: boxes, tape and protective film if desired
Plan for a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, cheaper than the weekend. Get rid of items you don't want to take with you via Marktplaats or the second-hand shop in Assen. And pack boxes yourself; you'll then only pay for transport and carrying.
Also need a clearance in Assen or Drenthe?
Besides house moves, DURA also carries out home clearances in Assen and the Drenthe region. From regular clearances to estate clearances and emergency clearances, we work quickly and discreetly.
Free quote for your house move in Assen
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