A new build on the edge of Leek
This detached house on Den 55 sits in the Buitengebied ten zuiden van Leek, a rural corner of the town where the fields start. The home was built in 2025 and carries an A++++ energy label, the most efficient label available, so energy costs should be modest. With a floor area of 203 m² according to the agent, the asking price of €865,000 works out at €4,261 per m². That price is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €564,417. For context, this is the most expensive of the 12 homes currently for sale in the area, and the price sits 53% above the neighbourhood average. If you are weighing up options, it is worth comparing with other [detached houses in Westerkwartier].
Inside the house
The agent describes this as a single-family detached home with seven rooms, five bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors. The living space measures 203 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 201 m². The plot is 597 m², with a rear garden of 217 m² facing west and a front garden. There is a carport for parking. The home is fully insulated, with roof, wall and floor insulation, and heating comes from a heat pump with partial underfloor heating and a heat recovery system. It is offered as full ownership, so there is no leasehold ground rent to consider.
Life in Buitengebied ten zuiden van Leek
Residents of the district of Leek give their surroundings an average score of 6.0, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a cosy neighbourhood with shops nearby, while another mentions the many playgrounds, schools and childcare within walking distance, and cycling distance from the centre of Leek. The same resident notes the greenery and the active neighbourhood association that organises events. A third review is less positive, referring to poor municipal management. The neighbourhood itself has around 2,620 inhabitants, and most households have children. The area is largely made up of owner-occupied homes, and three quarters of the housing stock was built after 2010. For a fuller picture of what this part of Leek is like, have a look at [the Buitengebied ten zuiden van Leek neighbourhood].
Amenities and getting around
For daily errands, the nearest supermarket is a Poiesz about 2.2 km away, with a Lidl and an Albert Heijn a bit further. Two primary schools are within walking distance: OBS De Hasselbraam and cbs Van Panhuys. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Wolveschans is about 1.6 km away, and the BENU Apotheek Leek is 2.5 km from the house. For public transport, the bus stop Leek, Oostindie is 673 m away and is served by lines 3, 83 and 85. The nearest train station is Zuidhorn, about 12 km away. The hospital, Martini Ziekenhuis in Groningen, is roughly 13 km from the home. This part of the municipality is quiet, and the wider area of [the municipality of Westerkwartier] offers a mix of villages and countryside.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €412,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 110% above that WOZ value. Over the past year, the WOZ value rose sharply from €149,000 in 2024 to €412,000 in 2025. As for the address itself, the noise level from road traffic is 38 dB Lden and from air traffic 17 dB Lden, both below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil, and the flood risk is low both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Riant Makelaars Groningen and Bruining en De Reus Makelaars.
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About Den 55, Leek
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €865,000 is 110% above the WOZ value of €412,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price also sits 53% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €564,417, and it is the highest asking price among the 12 homes currently for sale in this area.
What is the layout of this detached house?
According to the agent, this is a single-family detached home with seven rooms, five bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors. The living area is 203 m² as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration records 201 m². The plot measures 597 m², with a rear garden of 217 m² facing west and a front garden. There is also a carport.
What energy label does the home have and what does that mean?
The home has an A++++ energy label, which is an efficient label. This means the home is designed to use little energy for heating and hot water. The agent also states that the home is fully insulated, with roof, wall and floor insulation, and that heating comes from a heat pump with partial underfloor heating and a heat recovery system. As a result, energy costs are likely to be low.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of the home itself. The flood risk is also low, both for the current situation and for 2050. The noise levels from road and air traffic are below the relevant standards.
Which supermarkets and schools are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is a Poiesz at about 2.2 km, with a Lidl at 2.6 km and an Albert Heijn at 2.7 km. For primary education, OBS De Hasselbraam is 569 m away and cbs Van Panhuys is 600 m away. There are also several other schools within a few kilometres, including OBS De Poolster and Samenlevingsschool De Stapsteen.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Leek, Oostindie, at 673 m, served by lines 3, 83 and 85. There are additional stops on the same line 85 at about 850 m and 1 km. The nearest train station is Zuidhorn, which is about 12 km from the home. The hospital, Martini Ziekenhuis in Groningen, is roughly 13 km away.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the district of Leek give their surroundings an average score of 6.0, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a cosy neighbourhood with shops nearby. Another mentions the many playgrounds, schools and childcare within walking distance, and cycling distance from the centre of Leek, along with lots of greenery and an active neighbourhood association. A third review is less positive, referring to poor municipal management.
How does the floor area compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The living area of this home is 203 m² according to the agent, which is 28% larger than the neighbourhood average of 158 m². The asking price per m² is €4,261, based on the agent's floor area. For comparison, the average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €3,529.
