Balk, De Fryske Marren
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Bosmastrjitte 38 sits in a quiet part of Balk, a village in the Frisian lake district. With 81 m² of living space and an A energy label, it is efficient and compact. The asking price of €180,000 is 64% below the neighbourhood average of €495,300, which makes it a keen entry point into the market. For context, apartments in De Fryske Marren typically sell for higher prices.
Balk has about 4,300 residents, with a noticeable share of older people (29% aged 65+). The housing stock is mostly single-family homes (87%), and just over half are owner-occupied. The neighbourhood feels quiet and residential, with a low address density of 557 addresses per km². There are no resident reviews available for this area, so the character is best judged by a visit. The municipality of De Fryske Marren covers a large rural area with many lakes and small villages.
For groceries, the PLUS is just around the corner, and a Lidl is a ten-minute walk away. Primary schools are close: Christelijke Basisschool de Bolster is on your doorstep, and Daltonschool 't Hazzeleger is a couple of streets away. Secondary school csg Bogerman Balk is also within walking distance. A GP and a restaurant are both a five-minute walk from the home.
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Bosmastrjitte 38, Balk
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About Bosmastrjitte 38, Balk
The asking price of €180,000 is 64% 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 the A energy label, the price appears keen compared to other homes in the area.
The energy label is A, which means the home is very energy-efficient. You can expect low heating costs and a good level of insulation. This is better than the neighbourhood, where only 22% of homes have label A.
The nearest train station is 15.2 km away, so this home is not ideal for daily commuting by train. A car or bicycle is more practical for longer journeys.
The closest supermarket is a PLUS at 410 metres, just around the corner. A Lidl is 943 metres away, a ten-minute walk. For a wider selection, there are two more supermarkets within 10 km.
Yes, several primary schools are nearby: Christelijke Basisschool de Bolster at 249 metres, Daltonschool 't Hazzeleger at 369 metres, and Sterrenschool Ludgerus at 415 metres. Secondary school csg Bogerman Balk is 434 metres away.
Balk is a quiet village with a mix of ages, though a third of residents are 65 or older. The area is mostly residential with single-family homes. There are no resident reviews available, so it is best to visit and see for yourself.
At the time of writing, there are 10 homes for sale in Balk, with prices ranging from €295,000 to €965,000. This apartment is the most affordable option currently available.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Balk