A social rental flat in Drachten
This apartment on Oud Ambacht sits in De Swetten centrum, a neighbourhood where daily life unfolds within a short walk. The home was part of the social housing stock, with a last known rent of €591 per month. For context, you can compare it with other [apartments in Smallingerland]( /huurwoningen/smallingerland/appartementen/ ). This home has not been online since 31 August 2026.
De Swetten centrum
De Swetten centrum is a compact neighbourhood with around 1,675 residents, and the figures show a mix of ages, from young children to those over 65. Over half of households are single people, which gives the area a quieter, more independent feel. The housing stock is mostly single-family homes, though this flat sits within that mix. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here comes from the statistics. You can read more about [the De Swetten centrum neighbourhood]( /buurt/de-swetten-centrum-smallingerland/ ) for a fuller sense of the area.
Life on the street
The daily routine here is simple. For bread and groceries, Poiesz is just around the corner, with Lidl and Ekoplaza a couple of streets away, and Aldi a five-minute walk. For school runs, De Swetten primary school is on your doorstep, while It Heechhôf and It Ambyld are a couple of streets away. Secondary schooling at OSG Singelland is a ten-minute walk. The park is just around the corner for a break in the day. All of this sits within [the municipality of Smallingerland]( /gemeente/smallingerland/ ).
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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 Oud Ambacht 13, Drachten
What does the energy label D mean for this flat?
The energy label is D, which is an official registration. It sits in the middle of the scale, so it is neither the most efficient nor the least efficient label. The label itself does not tell you about the condition of the building, only its official energy rating. Expect energy costs that reflect this mid-range label.
Was €591 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €591 per month was for a social housing flat, which was set below the market level for private rentals. With 79 square metres of floor area, this was a reasonable size for the price. The neighbourhood had a mix of housing, and this rent reflected its social housing status. It was a straightforward figure for what was being offered.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 18.1 kilometres away. That is a considerable distance, so train travel would involve a drive or a bus connection first. For daily commuting by rail, this location would require some planning. The distance is what it is, and it is worth knowing before you commit.
What is the neighbourhood like for daily life?
De Swetten centrum is a neighbourhood where most daily needs are within a short walk. A supermarket is just around the corner, and several others are within a five-minute walk. Primary schools are on your doorstep or a couple of streets away, and a park is just around the corner. The area has a mix of ages, with many single-person households, giving it a calm, self-contained feel.
Is this a social housing rental?
Yes, this was a social housing rental, which meant the rent was set at a level intended to be affordable. The monthly rent of €591 reflected that status. Social housing typically had eligibility criteria, but those were not detailed in this listing. The rent and the social housing designation were the key facts here.
What schools are near this flat?
De Swetten primary school is on your doorstep, just 277 metres away. It Heechhôf and It Ambyld are also close, at 364 and 382 metres respectively. For secondary education, OSG Singelland is 721 metres away. With several schools within a short walk, the school run is straightforward from this location.
