De Singels oost, Smallingerland
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Mevrouw De Rooweg sits in a leafy corner of De Singels oost, a neighbourhood where most homes are owner-occupied and built between 1990 and 2010. At 116 m² with an A energy label, it is both roomy and efficient. The asking price of €525,000 is on the high side compared to recent sales in the area, but it reflects the size and quality of the home. For context, apartments in Smallingerland sell for an average of €5,000 per m².
The De Singels oost neighbourhood is a quiet residential area with a mix of families and older residents. Over half the population is 65 or older, and most households are single-person. The streets are lined with well-maintained homes, and the area feels calm and safe. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the low crime figures and proximity to parks suggest a pleasant living environment.
For daily groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Dirk and Lidl are a couple of streets away. A primary school, Katholieke Jenaplan Basisschool St. Lukas, is on your doorstep, and the Gomarus College Drachten is a five-minute walk. A park or public garden is just around the corner, perfect for a stroll. The town centre of Drachten is a short bike ride away, with restaurants and a library within walking distance.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Frieswijk Makelaar NVM.
Details of this home
Mevrouw De Rooweg 7, Drachten
Data from De Singels oost
Data from De Singels oost
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About Mevrouw De Rooweg 7, Drachten
The asking price of €525,000 is above the average sale price of €354,727 for homes sold recently in De Singels oost. However, this apartment is larger (116 m²) and has an A energy label, which justifies a premium. The only other apartment currently for sale in the neighbourhood is listed at €700,000, so this one is relatively affordable for the area.
The energy label is A, which means the home is very energy-efficient. You can expect low heating costs and a comfortable indoor climate. All homes in the neighbourhood have label A, so this is standard for the area.
The nearest train station is 19.5 km away, so this home is not ideal for daily commuting by train. You would need a car or bus for longer journeys.
There are several schools within walking distance. The Katholieke Jenaplan Basisschool St. Lukas is 201 m away, and the Gomarus College Drachten (secondary school) is 310 m away. Other primary schools like Openbare Basisschool de Tille are also close by.
Currently, only one home is for sale in the neighbourhood, which is this apartment. In the past year, 11 homes were sold, with an average time on the market of 36 days. This suggests a relatively active market.
Over half the population is 65 or older, and most households are single-person. The area is quiet and has good access to amenities like a GP (0.7 km) and a supermarket (0.9 km). It is a suitable environment for retirees.
6 homes in the neighbourhood De Singels oost

