De Swetten west, Smallingerland
NeighbourhoodThis end-of-terrace house on De Tijen sits in a quiet part of Drachten, with a floor area that is 75% larger than the neighbourhood average. The 135 m² of living space is spread over several floors, and the 555 m² plot gives you plenty of room outside. The home was built in 1991 and has an A energy label, so it is efficient to run. At €398,000, the asking price is on the high side compared to the average in the area, but the size and plot are exceptional. For context, end-of-terrace houses in Smallingerland typically sell for less.
De Swetten west is a residential area with mostly single-family homes and a mix of owners and renters. The neighbourhood has a strong family feel, with many households with children and a good number of young and middle-aged residents. There are no resident reviews available for this area, but the CBS figures show a typical suburban profile: quiet streets, a park within walking distance, and a low crime rate. The neighbourhood is part of the De Swetten west neighbourhood, which has a moderate urban density.
For your daily shopping, you have several supermarkets just around the corner: Ekoplaza, Poiesz, Lidl and Aldi are all within a five-minute walk. Jumbo is a ten-minute walk away. There are also primary schools close by, It Heechhôf is on your doorstep, and It Ambyld and De Swetten are just a couple of streets away. For secondary education, OSG Singelland, Drachtster Lyceum and OSG Singelland, VHS are about a ten-minute walk. The area is part of the municipality of Smallingerland, which offers further amenities in Drachten centre.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including I Zelf uw huis verkopen! and I Zelf uw huis verkopen!.
Details of this home
De Tijen 5, Drachten
Data from De Swetten west
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About De Tijen 5, Drachten
The asking price of €398,000 is above the neighbourhood average of €205,000, but this home is much larger than typical properties in De Swetten west. The floor area of 135 m² is 75% bigger than the average of 77 m², and the plot of 555 m² is also generous. Given the size, energy label A, and the fact that only one other home is currently for sale in the area, the price reflects the extra space and efficiency.
The home has an energy label A, which means it is very energy-efficient. You can expect low heating and electricity costs compared to older homes. In the neighbourhood, half of the homes have label A, so this property is in line with the best-performing homes in the area.
The nearest train station is 18.1 km away, so this home is not ideal for daily commuting by train. You would need a car or bus to reach the station. The area is better suited for driving or cycling to local amenities.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: It Heechhôf (195 m), It Ambyld (344 m), and De Swetten (355 m). For secondary education, OSG Singelland, Drachtster Lyceum (834 m) and OSG Singelland, VHS (842 m) are about a ten-minute walk away.
De Swetten west is a family-friendly neighbourhood with many households with children and a mix of ages. The area has a low crime rate and a park within 400 m. Most homes are single-family houses, and the streets are quiet. It is a typical suburban setting with good local schools and shops.
You have several supermarkets within a short walk: Ekoplaza (582 m), Poiesz (610 m), Lidl (637 m), and Aldi (683 m). Jumbo is a bit further at 928 m. All are within a ten-minute walk, making daily shopping easy.
The price per square metre for this home is approximately €2,948 (€398,000 / 135 m²). The neighbourhood average for sold homes is €2,662 per m², so this home is priced slightly above average per square metre. However, the larger size and energy label A may justify the premium.
5 homes in the neighbourhood De Swetten west