Makkum, Súdwest-Fryslân
NeighbourhoodThis 1935 detached house on Ds L Touwenlaan sits in the heart of Makkum, a village on the IJsselmeer coast. With 165 m² of living space and a 545 m² plot, it offers plenty of room for a family. The asking price of €500,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €465,717, but the size and character justify it. For context, detached houses in Súdwest-Fryslân typically command a premium.
Makkum is a close-knit community of around 3,140 residents, with a mix of ages, nearly a third are 65 or older. It's a quiet, family-friendly place: 89% of homes are single-family houses, and 64% are owner-occupied. The village has a low urbanity score (4 out of 5), meaning it feels spacious and green. No resident reviews are available for this street, but the neighbourhood is known for its relaxed atmosphere and proximity to the lake.
For your morning bread, Jumbo is just around the corner. Three primary schools are within a couple of streets away: Christelijke Basisschool De Ark, Daltonbasisschool Sint Martinus, and Basisschool De Populier. A GP and a supermarket are both a five-minute walk away. The nearest secondary school is 10.4 km away, so older children would need to travel. The municipality Súdwest-Fryslân covers a wide rural area, with amenities spread across villages.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Hilbert Makelaardij, Funda, Pararius, and Vastgoed Nederland.
Details of this home
Ds L Touwenlaan 32, Makkum
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About Ds L Touwenlaan 32, Makkum
The asking price of €500,000 is above the neighbourhood average of €465,717 and the median of €435,000. However, this home is larger than average (165 m² vs 159 m²) and sits on a generous 545 m² plot. Detached houses in Súdwest-Fryslân tend to be more expensive, so the price is in line with what you'd expect for a property of this size and type.
Energy label F means the home is not very energy-efficient. Heating costs are likely to be higher than in a modern home. The neighbourhood has a mix of labels: 33% are C, and 33% are D or lower. You may want to consider improvements such as insulation or a more efficient heating system, but the listing does not specify what is already in place.
The nearest train station is 12.1 km away, so it's not within walking distance. You would need a car or bus to reach it. The village is better suited for those who rely on local amenities and don't need to commute by train daily.
Three primary schools are within a few minutes' walk: Christelijke Basisschool De Ark (114 m), Daltonbasisschool Sint Martinus (190 m), and Basisschool De Populier (223 m). For secondary education, the nearest school is 10.4 km away, so older children would need to travel.
Makkum recorded 43 total crimes in the latest data, which is low for a village of this size. The area feels quiet and family-friendly, with a mix of ages and a high proportion of owner-occupied homes.
The plot is 545 m², which is generous for a detached house.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Makkum