Franeker Binnenstad, Waadhoeke
NeighbourhoodThis first-floor apartment on Eise Eisingastraat sits in the middle of Franeker's old centre, with the Martenastins and the town's canals just a short stroll away. At 102 m², it offers a generous floor plan for an apartment of this era, though it is 43% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 179 m². The asking price of €275,000 is 33% below the average asking price in the area (€409,194), making it a keen entry point into the market. For context, apartments in Waadhoeke typically command a premium over other property types.
Franeker Binnenstad is the oldest part of town, with narrow streets, monumental buildings and a lively mix of shops and cafés. The neighbourhood has 1,365 residents, many of them older: nearly 36% are 65 or over, and a third of households are single-person. Families with children make up only a small share. The housing stock is dominated by pre-war properties (90% built before 1945), and energy labels tend to be low, this home's E label is typical for the area. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from the statistics alone. The Franeker Binnenstad neighbourhood is a quiet, walkable area with a strong sense of history.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Lidl and Poiesz also within a five-minute walk. The nearest primary school, IKC de Korendrager, is on your doorstep, and two other primary schools are within a ten-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk away, connecting you to the wider region. A GP is 0.8 km away, and the nearest park or public garden is 0.5 km, both easily reached on foot. The municipality of Waadhoeke covers a largely rural area, but Franeker itself offers most daily amenities within the town centre.
The apartment is listed through several channels, including G2 Makelaars, de makelaars van Noardwest Fryslân. At present, the home is available for sale via both Funda and Huispedia.
Details of this home
Eise Eisingastraat 26, Franeker
Data from Franeker Binnenstad
Data from Franeker Binnenstad
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About Eise Eisingastraat 26, Franeker
The asking price of €275,000 is 33% below the average asking price in Franeker Binnenstad (€409,194) and also below the median asking price of €331,250. However, the apartment is 43% smaller than the neighbourhood average (102 m² vs 179 m²). Given the smaller size and the E energy label, the price appears in line with the market, not a bargain, but not overpriced either.
The energy label is E. This is common for pre-war buildings in the neighbourhood, 90% of homes here were built before 1945. An E label means the home is not very energy-efficient, so heating costs are likely to be higher than in a modern home. The property does not have double glazing or insulation mentioned in the listing, which is typical for a home of this age.
The train station is 1.0 km away, about a ten-minute walk. Franeker station has direct connections to Leeuwarden and Harlingen, making it convenient for commuters.
Albert Heijn is 269 m away (just around the corner), Lidl is 342 m, and Poiesz is 468 m. All three are within a five-minute walk, so daily shopping is very convenient.
Yes, IKC de Korendrager is just 102 m away, on your doorstep. Openbare Basisschool De Steven is 442 m (a five-minute walk), and Basisschool De Kabas is 496 m. All are primary schools, so young families have good options nearby.
Franeker Binnenstad is the historic centre, with narrow streets, monumental buildings and a mix of shops and cafés. It has 1,365 residents, mostly older adults and singles. The area is quiet and walkable, with a strong sense of history. The crime rate is moderate (83 total offences), but the neighbourhood feels safe.
The floor area is 102 m², which typically accommodates two to three bedrooms, but the exact layout is not provided by the agent.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony or terrace.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Franeker Binnenstad
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