A social rental in the heart of Drachten
This apartment on De Marke sits in the middle of Drachten, where the streets are tidy and neighbours greet each other. It was a social housing rental, so the rent reflected that. At €1,215 a month, the price was in line with the other rentals at the time available in the area, and it was one of the [apartments in Smallingerland]( /huurwoningen/smallingerland/appartementen/ ) to consider. This home has not been online since 25 October 2026.
The Drachten centrum neighbourhood
One resident describes [the Drachten centrum neighbourhood]( /buurt/drachten-centrum-smallingerland/ ) as child-friendly, quiet and social, despite being in the city centre. They say people almost always greet each other, with lots of children playing outside, which gives a familiar and safe feeling. The streets always look tidy, and shops, schools and other facilities are within walking or cycling distance. Green space is a bit less, but there are trees and a few small parks, and the resident finds it sufficient. This is based on one review, which scores the neighbourhood 9 out of 10.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, the Dirk is on your doorstep, with an Albert Heijn just around the corner and an Aldi a couple of streets away. For school runs, the Katholieke Jenaplan Basisschool St. Lukas is a five-minute walk, and the Gomarus College Drachten is also close by. The area is part of [the municipality of Smallingerland]( /gemeente/smallingerland/ ), where the centre of Drachten offers a range of amenities within easy reach.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About De Marke 104, Drachten
Was €1,215 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,215 sat at the upper end of the current rental market in Drachten centrum, where available rentals range from €1,083 to €1,225, with an average of €1,152. Given the 130 m² floor area and the central location, the price was in line with what was being asked for similar homes in the area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
The Dirk supermarket is just 75 metres away, so it is literally on your doorstep. An Albert Heijn is 178 metres away, and an Aldi is 437 metres away. For a wider choice, there are 16 supermarkets within five kilometres, including a Lidl at 489 metres.
What schools are nearby?
There are several schools within walking distance. The Katholieke Jenaplan Basisschool St. Lukas is 396 metres away, and De Spreng primary school is 556 metres away. For secondary education, the Gomarus College Drachten is 332 metres away, and the OSG Singelland - Drachtster Lyceum is 623 metres away.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Based on one resident review, the neighbourhood scores 9 out of 10. The resident describes it as child-friendly, quiet and social, with people greeting each other and children playing outside. They note that facilities are within walking or cycling distance, and while green space is limited, it is sufficient. The streets are described as tidy.
Is this a social housing rental?
Yes, this apartment was listed as social housing. This meant the rent was set within the social housing limits, and eligibility might be subject to income criteria. The current rent of €1,215 per month was within the range for social housing in the Netherlands.
