Balk, De Fryske Marren
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Bosmastrjitte 36 sits in a peaceful part of Balk, a village surrounded by water and woodland. With 81 m² of living space and an A energy label, it is efficient and compact. The asking price of €113,524 is 77% below the neighbourhood average of €495,300, making it a keen entry point into the local market. For context, apartments in De Fryske Marren typically command higher prices.
Balk is a village with a mix of families and older residents, and a high proportion of single-family homes (87%). The average household size is 2.1 people, and incomes are around the national average. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the area is known for its quiet streets and proximity to water. The village centre is a short walk away, with shops and cafes. Balk offers a calm, community-focused lifestyle.
For daily groceries, the PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and a Lidl is a ten-minute walk away. Primary schools are close by: Christelijke Basisschool de Bolster is a couple of streets away, and Daltonschool 't Hazzeleger is a five-minute walk. Secondary school csg Bogerman Balk is also within walking distance. The village has a GP practice and a restaurant within a few hundred metres, so everyday errands are easily done on foot. The municipality of De Fryske Marren oversees local amenities and green spaces.
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Bosmastrjitte 36, Balk
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About Bosmastrjitte 36, Balk
The asking price is 77% below the average asking price in Balk (€495,300), but the apartment is also 40% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 134 m². Given the compact size and A energy label, the price is keen compared to other homes in the area. However, only 10 homes are currently for sale, so the market is limited.
The energy label is A, which means the home is very energy-efficient. You can expect low heating costs and a good insulation standard. In Balk, 22.2% of homes have label A, so this apartment is above average in efficiency.
The nearest train station is 15.2 km away, so this is not a commuter-friendly location for train travel. A car or bus is needed for longer journeys.
Several primary schools are within walking distance: Christelijke Basisschool de Bolster (247 m), Daltonschool 't Hazzeleger (363 m), and Sterrenschool Ludgerus (409 m). Secondary school csg Bogerman Balk is 428 m away. All are within a ten-minute walk.
The PLUS supermarket is 406 m away, just around the corner. A Lidl is 937 m away, a ten-minute walk. For more variety, a SPAR is 6.1 km away, but the local options cover daily needs.
Currently, 10 homes are for sale in Balk, with an average price of €495,300 and a median of €419,500. The market is small, so options are limited. This apartment is the cheapest available.
Balk recorded 77 total crimes in the latest data, which is low for a village of this size. The area feels safe and quiet, with a mix of families and older residents.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Balk