Gerard Dou, Leeuwarden
NeighbourhoodThis corner house on Gerard Doustraat in Leeuwarden has a classic feel, with its 1929 build and energy label C. At 112 m² and a plot of 106 m², it's a solid family home. The asking price of €339,000 is 27% above the neighbourhood average of €266,958, so it's on the high side compared to other end-of-terrace houses in Leeuwarden.
Gerard Dou is a lively, densely built area (3,074 addresses per km²) with a mix of ages, many singles and couples, but also families. Almost all homes are pre-war, and 92% are single-family houses. The neighbourhood feels urban yet residential, with a strong sense of community. One resident says: "It's quiet but close to everything." Another notes: "Great for walking the dog." Based on three reviews, the neighbourhood Gerard Dou is appreciated for its convenience and green spots.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Jumbo and Lidl are a couple of streets away. Kids can walk to IKC Johan Willem Friso primary school in under five minutes, and the Chr. Gymnasium Beyers Naudé secondary school is a five-minute walk. The municipality Leeuwarden offers plenty of parks and restaurants nearby.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Feenstra Wonen B.V. and Funda.
Details of this home
Gerard Doustraat 31, Leeuwarden
Data from Gerard Dou
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About Gerard Doustraat 31, Leeuwarden
The asking price is 27% above the neighbourhood average of €266,958, so it's on the high side. However, this is a corner house with a 112 m² floor area and a 106 m² plot, which is larger than the average home in Gerard Dou. The price per m² works out at about €3,027, compared to the neighbourhood average of €2,849 per m².
The home has energy label C. That means it's reasonably efficient but not top-tier. You can expect moderate energy bills, though exact costs depend on usage. In the neighbourhood, 23% of homes have label C, while 62% have a lower label (D or worse), so this home is slightly better than average for the area.
The train station is 0.6 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. That makes it easy to reach other cities without needing a car.
There are several schools within walking distance. IKC Johan Willem Friso primary school is 184 m away, and the Chr. Gymnasium Beyers Naudé secondary school is 252 m away. Both are under a five-minute walk, so school runs are very manageable.
The neighbourhood recorded 34 total crimes in the latest data, which is relatively low for a densely populated urban area. Residents describe it as quiet and safe, with a strong community feel.
The listing does not mention a garden. The plot is 106 m², but that includes the footprint of the house, so outdoor space may be limited.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Gerard Dou