A quiet spot in Franeker
This end-of-terrace house sits on a quiet road in a residential area of Franeker, a town with a calm, friendly feel. The home was built in 1956 and has an energy label C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. With a price of €269,000, the asking price is on the high side compared to the average asking price of €256,333 for homes in this neighbourhood. For context, end-of-terrace houses in Waadhoeke are listed at an average of €2,395 per square metre, while this home comes in at €3,022 per square metre according to the agent.
The home itself
The house offers four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 89 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 90 square metres. The plot measures 243 square metres. Outside, there is a rear garden of 60 square metres, facing south and accessible via the back, plus a detached brick garage. The agent notes double glazing and wall insulation, and the home is heated by a central heating boiler. It is freehold, so you own the property outright.
Franeker It Stiselplak
Franeker It Stiselplak is a small neighbourhood with just under a thousand residents, and a third of them are aged 65 or over. Residents of the wider district of Franeker give their living environment an average score of 8.42, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Quiet surroundings, plenty of choice in schools, nature is fine, unfortunately very little to do for both adults and children." Another adds: "Quiet neighbourhood, nice neighbours, unfortunately little to do for children. Accessibility is good, also public transport nearby." The reviews point to a peaceful, tidy area, though some note limited activities for younger people. For more on the Franeker It Stiselplak neighbourhood, you can see the full picture.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. Poiesz supermarket is just around the corner, and there are several other options a ten-minute walk away, including SPAR, Albert Heijn and Lidl. For primary education, Openbare Basisschool De Steven is a couple of streets away, and Simon Vestdijk regionale scholengemeenschap for secondary education is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Zwager en Siemensma, and the pharmacy, Service Apotheek De Hertog, are both within a ten-minute walk. Bus stops are close by, with line 97 at Thomas de Grootstraat on your doorstep and lines 97 and 197 at Harlingerweg just around the corner. The train station in Franeker is a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Waadhoeke covers the wider area.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €237,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 14% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 44%, from €165,000 to €237,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The foundation risk indication is medium, given the clay soil and the fact that the home was built in 1956. Noise from road traffic is 46 dB Lden, which is below the noise standard, and rail and air traffic are also below their standards. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, as is the current flood risk, with a medium projection for 2050. Heat stress is currently low, but is expected to become medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including De Franeker Makelaardij and their listing on Funda.
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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.
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About Christiaan van Saarloosstraat 9, Franeker
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €269,000 is 14% above the WOZ value of €237,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price is also on the high side compared to the average asking price of €256,333 for homes in this neighbourhood, according to the precomputed comparison.
What is the layout of this end-of-terrace house?
The home has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 89 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 90 square metres. The plot measures 243 square metres. There is a rear garden of 60 square metres facing south, accessible via the back, and a detached brick garage.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The agent notes that the home has double glazing and wall insulation, which can help with keeping the heat in.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data from KCAF and the Atlas Leefomgeving. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1956 on clay soil, which is a factor in the risk assessment. No specific defects are mentioned in the listing.
What are the nearest schools and supermarkets?
Poiesz supermarket is just around the corner at 392 metres, and there are other options within a ten-minute walk, including SPAR, Albert Heijn and Lidl. For primary education, Openbare Basisschool De Steven is 479 metres away, and Simon Vestdijk regionale scholengemeenschap for secondary education is 652 metres away. There are also several other schools within a short distance.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Franeker, Thomas de Grootstraat, at 173 metres, served by line 97. Another stop, Franeker, Harlingerweg, is 375 metres away with lines 97 and 197. The train station in Franeker is 1.2 kilometres away, which is about a ten-minute walk. The listing does not specify destinations or travel times for these services.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the wider district of Franeker give their living environment an average score of 8.42, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Quiet surroundings, plenty of choice in schools, nature is fine, unfortunately very little to do for both adults and children." Another notes: "Quiet neighbourhood, nice neighbours, unfortunately little to do for children. Accessibility is good, also public transport nearby." The reviews highlight peace and quiet, but also limited activities for younger people.
What is the WOZ development over the past five years?
The WOZ value has increased by 44% between 2020 and 2025, from €165,000 to €237,000. This is based on the municipal valuations for each year, with the most recent value set on 1 January 2025. The development is a historical fact and does not predict future changes in the market value.
