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Grote Kerkbuurt, Leeuwarden
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Grote Kerkstraat sits right in the historic centre, with the Oldehove tower and the Waag just a stroll away. At 175 m², it's a spacious home in a monumental building from 1894. The asking price of €585,000 is 24% above the neighbourhood average of €471,500, which puts it on the high side compared to other apartments in Leeuwarden.
Grote Kerkbuurt is the historic heart of Leeuwarden, with narrow streets, canals and a lively mix of shops, cafés and cultural spots. It's a very urban area, the address density is among the highest in the country. Most residents live alone (over half of households), and the population skews young, with many people in their twenties and thirties. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here is based purely on statistics.
Daily errands are easy: a SPAR supermarket is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza and Jumbo are a couple of streets away. For fresh bread or a quick lunch, the many restaurants on the Nieuwestad are on your doorstep. Families with children have a choice of primary schools, Openbare Jenaplan Basisschool Oldenije is a five-minute walk, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium is equally close for secondary education. The train station is a ten-minute walk, making it straightforward to reach other cities.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Makelaardij Friesland | Qualis and Makelaardij Friesland Drachten.
Details of this home
Grote Kerkstraat 240, Leeuwarden
Data from Grote Kerkbuurt
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About Grote Kerkstraat 240, Leeuwarden
The asking price is 24% above the average asking price in Grote Kerkbuurt, which is €471,500. However, this is a large apartment of 175 m², while the neighbourhood average is 141 m². The price per square metre works out at about €3,343, which is below the neighbourhood average of €3,524 per m². So while the total price is high, the square-metre price is actually in line with the market.
The home has energy label E. That means it's not very energy-efficient, you can expect higher heating costs compared to a modern home. In the neighbourhood, 40% of homes have label A or better, but another 40% are label D or lower, so this is not unusual for a building from 1894.
Leeuwarden station is 1.3 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. That makes it easy to reach other cities in Friesland and beyond.
There's a SPAR supermarket just 289 metres away, so bread and milk are on your doorstep. Ekoplaza (329 m) and Jumbo (422 m) are also within a few minutes' walk, giving you plenty of choice for organic or mainstream groceries.
Yes, several schools are within walking distance. Openbare Jenaplan Basisschool Oldenije is 273 metres away, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium (secondary school) is 274 metres away. For younger children, there's a child daycare centre just 200 metres from the home.
The total number of recorded crimes in the neighbourhood is 125, but without a per-capita figure it's hard to compare. As a historic city centre, it's busy with people and traffic, which can mean both more activity and occasional nuisances. It's always a good idea to visit at different times of day to get a feel for the area.
The building was constructed in 1894, so it's a monumental property with character features like high ceilings and period details. Older homes can require more upkeep, especially for the roof, windows and plumbing. The energy label E also suggests that insulation may not be up to modern standards.
Grote Kerkstraat is in the very centre of Leeuwarden, so it's lively rather than quiet. With restaurants, shops and nightlife nearby, you'll hear street noise during the day and evening. If you prefer peace and quiet, a side street or a higher floor might be more suitable.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Grote Kerkbuurt
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