A social rental on Sint Jansberg
This apartment on Sint Jansberg sits in De Wiken centrum, a neighbourhood in Drachten with a calm, residential feel. It was a social housing rental, so the rent was set within the social sector. For context, apartments in Smallingerland generally rent for similar amounts. This home has not been online since 5 November 2026.
The De Wiken centrum neighbourhood
De Wiken centrum is a mixed neighbourhood with a strong share of single-person households, making up 58% of all households here. The average household size is 1.7, which reflects the many smaller homes in the area. Around a quarter of households have children, and the age spread is fairly even, with a noticeable group of residents aged 25 to 45. The neighbourhood has a quiet, everyday character, and the De Wiken centrum neighbourhood is one where people tend to stay for a while.
Life on the street
For daily errands, the Poiesz supermarket is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within a short walk, including Basisschool De Parel and JKC de Wiekslag, both under 500 metres from the front door. For secondary education, CSG Liudger Raai is about a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP practice is also close by, so most everyday needs are covered without getting in the car. The municipality of Smallingerland offers a range of services and amenities within easy reach.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was listed only.
This summary was generated with AI and may contain errors. Always verify the details with the provider.
Features
Details of this home
Transfer
Price
Construction
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 Sint Jansberg 208, Drachten
Was €778 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €778 per month was in line with what similar social rental apartments in De Wiken centrum go for. The home had 81 square metres of floor space, which was generous for a rental at this price point. Given the neighbourhood and the size, the rent sat at a reasonable level for the local market.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D. This is an official registration from EP-Online, and it indicates the home's energy performance.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is Poiesz, about 500 metres away, which is a short walk. An Albert Heijn is just over 550 metres from the home, and an Aldi is about 730 metres away. For most daily shopping, you have several options within a comfortable walking distance.
What schools are close to this apartment?
There are several primary schools within easy reach. Basisschool De Parel is about 320 metres away, JKC de Wiekslag is around 420 metres, and Eben Haezer is about 430 metres. For secondary education, CSG Liudger Raai is roughly 600 metres from the home, so school runs are short on foot.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of households?
De Wiken centrum has a high proportion of single-person households, at 58%, and the average household size is 1.7. About 24% of households have children. The age mix is fairly balanced, with the largest group being residents aged 25 to 45, making up 30% of the population. It is a neighbourhood with a mix of ages and household types.
Is this a social housing rental?
Yes, this apartment was listed as social housing. That meant the rent was set within the social sector, which typically came with certain eligibility criteria. The rent of €778 per month reflected this status, and it was offered through.
