Ds L Touwenlaan 36

The asking price of €498,000 is above the neighbourhood median of €435,000 and the average of €465,717. However, the home sits on a large plot of 584 m², which is unusual for the area. The price per square metre of living space (€4,446) is higher than the neighbourhood average of €3,438/m², partly because the home is smaller than average (112 m² vs 159 m²). So the price reflects the land value more than the house itself.

The home has energy label C, which is average for a house of this age (built in 1953). In the neighbourhood, about 33% of homes have label C, and another 33% have D or lower. Label C means the home is reasonably energy-efficient, but you can expect moderate heating costs. It's not as efficient as modern homes, but not as costly as older, uninsulated properties.

The plot is 584 m², which is generous for a detached home in Makkum. The listing does not specify how much of that is garden, but the size suggests plenty of outdoor space for a lawn, patio, or even a vegetable patch. You'll have room to enjoy the outdoors without feeling overlooked.

There are three primary schools within a few minutes' walk: Christelijke Basisschool De Ark (74 m), Daltonbasisschool Sint Martinus (229 m), and Basisschool De Populier (241 m). For secondary education, the nearest school is 10.4 km away, so older children would need to travel further.

Jumbo is just 303 m away, so you can walk there in a few minutes. For other supermarkets, Poiesz is about 6.9 km away, and Aldi is 8.2 km. For daily groceries, the Jumbo is very convenient.

Makkum is a village with a mix of ages, but a significant proportion of residents are 65 or older (29%). Most homes are owner-occupied and single-family, giving it a settled feel. The crime rate is low (43 incidents total), and the area is quiet. It's a good place for those who enjoy a slower pace of life, with the IJsselmeer nearby for recreation.

The nearest train station is 12.1 km away, so you'd need to drive or take a bus. The journey by car takes about 15 minutes. There is no direct train connection within walking distance.