Drachten centrum, Smallingerland
NeighbourhoodThis corner house on Houtlaan sits right in the heart of Drachten, where the city-centre buzz meets a quiet, residential street. With 163 m² of living space and a 258 m² plot, it offers plenty of room for a family. The energy label C means it's reasonably efficient, though the 1953 build date means you might want to budget for some updates. Priced at €439,500, it's in line with the average for end-of-terrace houses in Smallingerland, which sits around €449,000.
The neighbourhood gets top marks from residents, a 9 out of 10 based on one review. One resident says: "A child-friendly, quiet and social neighbourhood, and that while this neighbourhood is in the city centre! People almost always greet each other here." The area has a mix of ages, with a notable share of over-65s, and many single-person households. It's a tight-knit community where streets feel safe and tidy. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Drachten centrum.
For your morning bread, Poiesz is just around the corner, with Aldi and Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. Schools are close too: the Drachtster Lyceum is a five-minute walk, and primary school De Swetten is a ten-minute walk. The city centre's restaurants and a park are all within a few minutes' walk, so you rarely need the car for errands. The municipality Smallingerland keeps the area well-maintained, as residents note.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Dijkstra Heida Makelaars Taxateurs.
Details of this home
Houtlaan 14, Drachten
Excellent · 1 resident
People almost always greet each other here. Lots of children playing nicely outside on the street! That gives a familiar and safe feeling. So a solid pass for safety and community! And the streets always look tidy too, so I think hygiene is also more than adequate! Shops, schools and other facilities all within walking/cycling distance and easily accessible, so also a solid pass for education, housing, facilities and accessibility. Green space is a bit less, but sufficient. Because we live in the city centre, there is less greenery. There are trees and a few small parks here, but I come from the countryside myself, so this is very different. But I think it's sufficient! It's just lovely living in our neighbourhood!
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About Houtlaan 14, Drachten
The asking price of €439,500 is close to the average of €449,000 for homes currently for sale in Drachten centrum. Given the 163 m² floor area and 258 m² plot, it's priced competitively compared to the average price per m² of €3,095 in the neighbourhood.
Drachten centrum scores a 9 out of 10 from residents. One resident describes it as a child-friendly, quiet and social neighbourhood where people greet each other and children play outside safely. It's in the city centre, so shops and schools are within walking distance, though green space is a bit less than in rural areas.
The nearest train station is 19.3 km away, so this home is not ideal for daily commuting by train. You would likely rely on a car or bus for longer journeys.
Several supermarkets are within walking distance: Poiesz at 212 m, Aldi at 259 m, Albert Heijn at 295 m, and Lidl at 315 m. For daily groceries, you have plenty of choice just a few minutes away.
The Drachtster Lyceum (secondary school) is 218 m away, and primary school De Swetten is 447 m away. Both are within a short walk, making the school run easy.
The home has energy label C, which is average for a house of this age. It means the property is reasonably energy-efficient, but you may still face moderate heating costs. In the neighbourhood, 38.5% of homes have label A, so this is not the most efficient option.
There are currently 13 homes for sale in Drachten centrum, with prices ranging from €265,000 to €785,000. The median price is €420,000, so this home is slightly above the median.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Drachten centrum
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