Frieschepalen-Kom, Opsterland
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on De Rusken sits in the heart of Frieschepalen, a village where peace and space define daily life. With 108 m² of living space on a 400 m² plot, it offers a comfortable layout for a family. The home was built in 1962 and has been upgraded to an A++ energy label, so heating costs will be low. At €450,000, the price is in line with what you'd expect for a detached houses in Opsterland of this size and efficiency.
Frieschepalen-Kom is a small, tight-knit community of around 830 residents. One resident describes it as a "super nice neighbourhood with lots of friendly people and everyone knows each other, which is often nice." The village has a high proportion of families and single-family homes (94%), and the streets are quiet, only five crimes were recorded in the area. Nature is all around, and the resident notes: "There's a lot of nature and it's a beautiful neighbourhood." For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Frieschepalen-Kom.
Daily life here is simple and self-contained. The nearest primary school, Christelijke Basisschool Rehoboth, is just a couple of streets away, and Openbare Daltonschool de Skâns is equally close. For groceries, you'll need to drive: the nearest supermarket, Coop, is about 3 km away, with Poiesz and Lidl a bit further. A restaurant is on your doorstep, and the village has two schools for such a small population, a sign of how family-oriented the area is. The municipality Opsterland offers plenty of rural charm.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Varwijk & Sibma and also appears on Huispedia, so you can compare details across two channels.
Details of this home
De Rusken 38, Frieschepalen
Very good · 1 resident
Super nice neighbourhood with lots of friendly people and everyone knows each other, which is often nice. It's a shame there are no shops in the area; if there were shops it would be nice, but maybe also too busy, so I'm happy. There's a lot of nature and it's a beautiful neighbourhood. Education is good because there are maybe 1000 residents and 2 schools, quite a lot for such a small village. The village is also easily accessible for everyone.
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About De Rusken 38, Frieschepalen
Given the 108 m² floor area, 400 m² plot, and A++ energy label, the price is in line with the market for a detached home in this part of Friesland. The house is from 1962 but has been modernised to a very efficient standard, which adds value. Without comparable sales data for the immediate neighbourhood, it's hard to say if it's a bargain, but it's not overpriced for what you get.
The home has an A++ energy label, which is the highest possible rating. This means the house is extremely energy-efficient, with excellent insulation and likely a heat pump or solar panels. Your heating and electricity bills will be very low compared to older homes. It's a major plus for long-term living costs.
The nearest train station is 19 km away, so this is not a commuter-friendly location for train travel. You would rely on a car for most journeys. The village is accessible by road, but public transport connections are limited.
No, the nearest supermarket (Coop) is about 3 km away, so you'll need a car or bike for groceries. There is a restaurant just 500 m from the house, but for daily shopping, a vehicle is essential. The village itself has no shops, as one resident noted.
Two primary schools are within a few hundred metres: Christelijke Basisschool Rehoboth (227 m) and Openbare Daltonschool de Skâns (254 m). For secondary education, the nearest school is 7.2 km away, so older children would need to travel further.
Very safe. The CBS data shows only 5 total crimes in the area, which is extremely low. Residents describe the neighbourhood as friendly and close-knit, with everyone knowing each other. It's a quiet, rural setting where you can feel secure.
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