De Bouwen west, Smallingerland
NeighbourhoodThis 1997 apartment on De Drift sits in a quiet part of Drachten, with a park just a couple of streets away. At 91 m² and with energy label A, it's a very efficient home. The asking price of €319,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €300,000, but the home is larger than the typical 90 m² in this area. For context, apartments in Smallingerland sell for around €3,333 per m² on average.
The neighbourhood De Bouwen west is a calm residential area with a high proportion of older residents, 435 of the 720 inhabitants are 65 or over. Most households are single-person (305 out of 440), and there are few families with children. The neighbourhood has a strong urban feel (2,315 addresses per km²), yet it's peaceful. No resident reviews are available for this area.
For groceries, Dirk is on your doorstep, and Albert Heijn is just around the corner. The nearest primary school, Katholieke Jenaplan Basisschool St. Lukas, is a five-minute walk away, and the Gomarus College secondary school is even closer. A GP and a restaurant are both within a five-minute walk, and the municipality Smallingerland offers good local amenities.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Makelaardij Friesland | Qualis and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
Details of this home
De Drift 22-3, Drachten
Data from De Bouwen west
Data from De Bouwen west
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About De Drift 22-3, Drachten
The asking price of €319,000 is above the neighbourhood average of €300,000, but this apartment is 91 m², slightly larger than the typical 90 m² in De Bouwen west. The price per m² works out to about €3,505, which is a bit higher than the neighbourhood average of €3,333. Given the energy label A and the quiet location, the price is on the high side but reflects the home's efficiency and size.
The energy label is A, which means the home is very energy-efficient. You can expect low heating and electricity costs compared to older homes. In De Bouwen west, all homes for sale have label A, so this is typical for the area.
The nearest train station is 20 km away, so this is not a location for daily commuting by train. The area is more suited to car travel or local bus services.
De Bouwen west is a quiet, mature neighbourhood with many older residents, over 60% are 65 or older. Most households are single people, and there are few children. The area has a strong urban density but feels calm, with a park nearby. It's a peaceful place for those who enjoy a slower pace.
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. The Gomarus College secondary school is just 152 m away, and the Katholieke Jenaplan Basisschool St. Lukas primary school is 413 m away. Other primary schools like De Spreng are also close by.
Dirk is the closest supermarket, just 154 m away, literally on your doorstep. Albert Heijn is 326 m away, and there are also Aldi and Lidl within a 10-minute walk. You have plenty of options for daily shopping.
6 homes in the neighbourhood De Bouwen west