A villa in a quiet corner of Leek
This detached villa on Diligencelaan 17 sits in Nienoordsrand, a small residential area on the edge of Leek. With 325 residents, the neighbourhood feels calm and spacious, and the homes here are all from the 1990s or later. The asking price is €699,000. For context, [detached houses in Westerkwartier]( /koopwoningen/westerkwartier/vrijstaande-woningen/) are the only type currently listed in Nienoordsrand.
The home itself
Built in 1978, this villa offers 5 rooms, including 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, spread over 2 floors. The living area is 227 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 175 m². The plot measures 1,040 m² in both sources. The home is fully insulated, with roof, floor and wall insulation, and is heated by a hot-air system. There is an attached brick garage. The energy label is B, which is an efficient label, so energy costs should be manageable.
Life in Nienoordsrand
Residents of the district of Leek give their living environment an average score of 6.0, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a "cosy neighbourhood with shops nearby", while another says it is a "nice neighbourhood to live in", mentioning playgrounds, schools and childcare within walking distance, and cycling distance from the centre of Leek. A third review is less positive, citing "poor municipal management". The neighbourhood has an active association that organises many events, and there is plenty of greenery. Around 46% of residents are 65 or older, which shapes the character of the area. For more on the area, see [the Nienoordsrand neighbourhood]( /buurt/nienoordsrand-westerkwartier/).
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, Aldi is just around the corner, with Jumbo a couple of streets away and Poiesz a five-minute walk. Primary schools De Springplank and De Beelen are both about a ten-minute walk, and secondary schools rsg de Borgen Nijeborg and Lindenborg are a short cycle away. The GP practice Huisartspraktijk Maring in Tolbert and BENU Apotheek Tolbert are both roughly a ten-minute walk. Bus stops at Midwolde, Nienoordsrand and Tolbert, Bousemalaan are within walking distance, served by lines 3, 85, 417 and 589. The nearest train station is Zuidhorn, about 8 km away. The municipality of [the municipality of Westerkwartier]( /gemeente/westerkwartier/) covers this area.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home was €676,000 on 1 January 2025, which is 3% below the asking price. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 85%, from €366,000 to €676,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 45 dB Lden and from air traffic 15 dB Lden, both below the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. The climate indications for pluvial flooding, flood risk and heat stress are all low, both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Peter's makelaardij.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Diligencelaan 17, Leek
What is the asking price for this detached house in Leek?
The asking price is €699,000. The price per square metre, based on the agent's living area of 227 m², is €3,079. The WOZ value, which is the municipal valuation, was €676,000 on 1 January 2025, so the asking price is 3% above that figure. No comparison with other homes in the neighbourhood is available.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this villa have?
According to the agent, this villa has 5 rooms in total, including 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, spread over 2 floors. The living area is listed as 227 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 175 m². The plot measures 1,040 m². There is also an attached brick garage.
What is the WOZ value of this home and how has it changed?
The WOZ value was €676,000 on 1 January 2025. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value increased by 85%, from €366,000 to €676,000. The asking price of €699,000 is 3% above the current WOZ value. The WOZ value is set by the municipality and is not the same as the market value.
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 this specific home. The climate indications for pluvial flooding, flood risk and heat stress are also low, both now and in 2050. The noise level from road traffic is 45 dB Lden and from air traffic 15 dB Lden, both below the noise standard.
Which supermarkets and schools are near this home?
Aldi is about 823 metres away, Jumbo about 934 metres, and Poiesz about 1,095 metres. For primary education, De Springplank - Daltonschool met de Bijbel is about 1,265 metres away and Basisschool De Beelen about 1,325 metres. Secondary schools rsg de Borgen Nijeborg and Lindenborg are about 1.6 km away. The nearest GP is Huisartspraktijk Maring in Tolbert, about 1.4 km away, and the nearest pharmacy is BENU Apotheek Tolbert, also about 1.4 km away.
What public transport options are available near Diligencelaan 17?
The nearest bus stop is Midwolde, Nienoordsrand, about 434 metres away, served by lines 3, 85, 417 and 589. Another stop, Tolbert, Bousemalaan, is about 584 metres away and served by line 3. The nearest train station is Zuidhorn, about 8.3 km away. The bus lines serve local destinations, but the exact routes are not specified here.
What is the neighbourhood of Nienoordsrand like?
Nienoordsrand is a small residential area with 325 residents. About 46% of residents are 65 or older, and 57% of households are without children. Residents of the district of Leek give their living environment an average score of 6.0, based on three reviews. One resident mentions the cosy atmosphere and nearby shops, while another highlights the greenery and active neighbourhood association. A third review is less positive, citing municipal management.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. According to the agent, the home is fully insulated, with roof, floor and wall insulation. The heating system is a hot-air system. The energy label is based on the official registration and does not reflect the condition of the home itself.
