A spacious detached house on a large plot
This detached house on Franjumbuorsterpaed sits in the quiet village of Marsum, part of the municipality of Waadhoeke. With 129 m² of living space and a generous plot of 701 m², it offers plenty of room both inside and out. The home dates from 1935 and has an energy label D, so some modernisation may be needed. At €450,000, it is the most expensive of the three homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood and sits 27% above the average asking price of €354,833, so it is on the high side compared to other detached houses in Waadhoeke.
Marsum: a quiet village with a strong sense of community
Marsum is a small village with around 865 residents, where most homes are owner-occupied (67%) and almost all are single-family houses (97%). The population is mixed, with a notable share of older residents (27% are 65 or over) and a fair number of families with children. The village has a low address density (158 addresses per km²), making it a very rural setting. There are no neighbourhood reviews available for this area, but the figures suggest a quiet, close-knit community. For more context, see the municipality of Waadhoeke.
Daily life in Marsum: essentials nearby, amenities a short drive away
For daily shopping, the nearest supermarkets are Lidl and Poiesz, both about 3 km away, a five-minute drive. There are also Aldi and Jumbo within 3.4 km. The local primary school, OBS De Pôlle, is just a couple of streets away, so school runs are easy on foot. For secondary education, children travel to schools in Leeuwarden, about 3.2 km away. A GP is 0.4 km from the home, and the nearest train station is 6 km away, so a car is handy for commuting.
At the time of writing
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including De Waard Makelaars en Taxateurs.
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About Franjumbuorsterpaed 32, Marsum
Is €450,000 a fair price for this detached house?
The asking price of €450,000 is 27% above the average asking price in Marsum (€354,833) and is the highest of the three homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. However, the property has a large plot of 701 m² and a floor area of 129 m², which may justify the premium. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €2,889, so this home works out at about €3,488 per m², above the local average.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has an energy label D. This means it is not particularly energy-efficient, so heating costs may be moderate to high. In the neighbourhood, 75% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is typical for the area. You may want to consider improvements such as insulation or a more efficient heating system to reduce energy bills.
How big is the plot and what can I do with it?
The plot measures 701 m², which is generous for a detached house. This gives plenty of outdoor space for a garden, possibly a patio or even a small vegetable patch. The exact layout and condition of the garden are not described in the listing, so you would need to view the property to see how the space is used.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Marsum is a quiet, rural village with a low population density. Most homes are single-family houses, and the population includes a mix of families and older residents. The area has very few amenities within walking distance, the nearest supermarket is about 3 km away, so a car is essential for daily errands. Crime is low, with only 10 total offences recorded.
How far is it to the train station?
The nearest train station is 6 km away, which is about a 10-minute drive. There are no direct bus connections mentioned in the listing, so commuting by train would likely require a car or taxi to the station.
What schools are nearby?
The closest primary school is OBS De Pôlle, just 188 m away, an easy walk. For secondary education, the nearest schools are in Leeuwarden, about 3.2 km away, including Montessori High School and!mpulse Leeuwarden. There are also several other primary schools within 3 km, such as SWS Twaspan and De Frije Fûgel.
Is the home in good condition?
The listing does not provide details about the interior condition or recent renovations. The home was built in 1935 and has an energy label D, so some updates may be needed.
