De Drait zuidwest, Smallingerland
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Ame is part of a social-housing scheme, so the rent is kept affordable. At €676 per month it is well below market rates for a 61 m² home in this area. For context, the neighbourhood has very few rental properties available, which makes this a rare find. See how it compares to other apartments in Smallingerland.
De Drait zuidwest is a calm, green part of Drachten with mostly single-family homes and a mix of ages. The population is around 1,775, with many households with children and a good number of older residents. There are no resident reviews available, but the CBS data shows a typical suburban feel: quiet streets, a park just a couple of streets away, and a strong sense of community. Learn more about the De Drait zuidwest neighbourhood.
Your morning bread run is easy: Jumbo and Lidl are both just around the corner, about a five-minute walk. For primary schools, Montessorischool De Plotter is on your doorstep, and two others are a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is a ten-minute walk, and a restaurant is also within a five-minute stroll. The train station is 19.7 km away, so you will rely on a car or bus for longer trips. Discover more about the municipality of Smallingerland.
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Details of this home
Ame 62, Drachten
Data from De Drait zuidwest
Data from De Drait zuidwest
16 within 5 km
40 within 5 km
About Ame 62, Drachten
Yes, €676 per month is very reasonable for a 61 m² apartment in Drachten. The rent is set under social-housing rules, so it is below market rates. In the neighbourhood, rental properties are scarce, and those that become available are snapped up quickly.
The energy label is B, which is an official registration from EP-Online. Label B means the home is quite efficient, so you can expect moderate energy costs. It does not tell you about the specific insulation or heating system, but it is a good starting point.
The listing does not state the number of bedrooms, but with 61 m² of floor area, it is likely a two-bedroom apartment. You would need to confirm the exact layout with the landlord.
De Drait zuidwest is a quiet, family-friendly neighbourhood with many single-family homes. It has a park nearby, good schools, and supermarkets within walking distance. The population is mixed, with families and older residents, and the area feels safe and green.
Jumbo and Lidl are both about 550 metres away, just a five-minute walk. For organic groceries, Ekoplaza is 1.8 km away, and Albert Heijn is 2 km away.
The nearest train station is 19.7 km away, so public transport by train is not convenient. You will likely need a car or bus for longer journeys.
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