De Singels oost, Smallingerland
NeighbourhoodThis 140 m² apartment on Fabriciuslaan sits in a leafy corner of De Singels oost, a neighbourhood that feels more like a village than a town. With an energy label A and a price of €700,000, it is on the high side compared to recent sales in the area, but the size and efficiency are exceptional. For context, this is one of the few apartments in Smallingerland currently available.
De Singels oost is a quiet residential area with mostly single-family homes and a significant number of older residents. The neighbourhood has 910 inhabitants, many of whom are 65 or over, and households are typically small. There are no resident reviews available for this area, so the picture comes from the data: it is a peaceful, low-crime part of Drachten. The neighbourhood De Singels oost is well established, with all homes built between 1990 and 2010.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away. Two primary schools are within a five-minute walk: Openbare Basisschool de Tille and Katholieke Jenaplan Basisschool St. Lukas. The municipality Smallingerland offers good local amenities, with a park or public garden just a couple of streets away for a quiet stroll.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Makelaarswerk and Funda. The agent has provided full details on the property, so you have a clear picture of what is on offer.
Details of this home
Fabriciuslaan 3-50, Drachten
Data from De Singels oost
Data from De Singels oost
16 within 5 km
41 within 5 km
About Fabriciuslaan 3-50, Drachten
The asking price of €700,000 is significantly above the average sale price in De Singels oost, which was around €354,727 for recent sales. However, this apartment is larger (140 m²) and has an A energy label, while many sold homes may be smaller or less efficient. With only one other property currently for sale in the neighbourhood, it is a unique listing, and the price reflects that.
De Singels oost has a high proportion of residents aged 65 and over (475 out of 910), making it a calm area with a mature population. Households are mostly single-person or couples without children. The area is quiet, with low crime figures, and a park is just a couple of streets away, which is ideal for leisurely walks.
The nearest train station is 19.5 km away, so this home is not well suited for daily commuting by rail. You would rely on a car or bus for longer journeys. The station is not named in the listing, but the distance indicates a significant drive.
Two primary schools are within a five-minute walk: Openbare Basisschool de Tille (367 m) and Katholieke Jenaplan Basisschool St. Lukas (402 m). For secondary education, Gomarus College Drachten is about 581 m away. All are easily reachable on foot or by bike.
Yes, Albert Heijn is just 374 m away, so you can walk there in a few minutes. Ekoplaza is 577 m, and Dirk, Lidl, and Aldi are all within about 700 m. You have plenty of choice for daily groceries without needing a car.
The apartment has energy label A, which means it is very energy-efficient. You can expect low heating and electricity costs compared to older homes. In De Singels oost, all homes have label A, so the entire neighbourhood is well insulated and modern.
6 homes in the neighbourhood De Singels oost
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