Ulrum, Het Hogeland
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Borgstee sits in a peaceful corner of Ulrum, a village where life moves at a gentler pace. With 67 m² of living space, it's a compact home that feels cosy rather than cramped. The price of €175,000 is 36% below the neighbourhood average of €273,000, making it the cheapest of the five homes currently for sale in Ulrum. Compared to other apartments in Het Hogeland, this one is keenly priced.
Ulrum is a small village with about 1,300 residents, where most homes are owner-occupied (62%) and the vast majority are single-family houses (92%). The population is fairly mixed, with a noticeable share of older residents (24% aged 65+). The village is quiet, the address density is very low, so you won't find crowds here. There are no neighbourhood reviews available, but the area's character is clear: a close-knit, rural community. For more context, see the municipality of Het Hogeland.
Daily errands are straightforward. The nearest primary school, Hendrik de Cockschool, is just a couple of streets away, a five-minute walk. For groceries, the Aldi and Jumbo are about a ten-minute walk, and there's also a SPAR a bit further. The village has a park or public garden within a couple of streets away, perfect for a stroll. For secondary education, you'd need to travel about 6 km, so a bike or car is handy.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Achterhof Makelaardij.
Details of this home
Borgstee 9, Ulrum
Data from Ulrum
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About Borgstee 9, Ulrum
The asking price of €175,000 is 36% below the average asking price in Ulrum (€273,000) and is the lowest among the five homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. However, the floor area (67 m²) is 46% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 123 m². Given the size and the quiet location, the price appears to be in line with what you'd expect for a compact apartment in this village.
The home has energy label C. That means it's reasonably efficient, not the best, but far from the worst. You can expect moderate energy bills, though exact costs depend on usage. In Ulrum, about a third of homes have label C, while another third have a lower rating (D or below).
The nearest train station is 13.8 km away. That's a drive of about 15-20 minutes by car, or a longer bike ride. Public transport connections to the station are not detailed in the listing, so you'd need to check local bus services.
The closest primary school is Hendrik de Cockschool, just 176 metres away, a short walk. There are several other primary schools within 3 km, including SWS De Leenstertil and Basisschool De Handpalm. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 6 km away, so a bike or car is needed.
The nearest supermarkets are Aldi and Jumbo, both about 2.7 km away, a ten-minute walk or a short bike ride. There's also a SPAR at 3.2 km. For a wider choice, you'd head to nearby towns.
Currently, there are five homes for sale in Ulrum, with prices ranging from €175,000 to €475,000. This apartment is the cheapest option. The market here is small, so choices are limited.
Ulrum recorded 42 total crimes in the latest data, which for a village of about 1,300 residents is relatively low. The area feels quiet and safe, typical of a rural Dutch village.
4 homes in the neighbourhood Ulrum
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