Scherpenzeel-Buitengebied, Weststellingwerf
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Grindweg 280 sits in the quiet hamlet of Scherpenzeel (Fr), surrounded by fields and open skies. With 138 m² of living space and a 445 m² plot, it offers plenty of room inside and out. The home dates from 1936 and has energy label C, so some modernisation may be needed but it's already reasonably efficient. At €389,000, the price is in line with the market for detached houses in Weststellingwerf.
The neighbourhood Scherpenzeel-Buitengebied is a tiny rural neighbourhood with just 130 residents, mostly families and couples. Almost all homes are owner-occupied, and the area is very quiet, only one crime was reported in the past year. There are no neighbourhood reviews available, but the figures speak for themselves: a close-knit community where everyone knows each other.
For daily shopping, the nearest supermarket is SPAR, about a ten-minute drive away. There are also a PLUS and an Aldi within a similar distance. The closest primary school is OBS De Aventurijn, a couple of streets away, and there are two other primary schools within 5 km. For secondary education, you'd need to travel about 10.6 km. The municipality Weststellingwerf is known for its wide-open landscapes and peaceful villages.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Van Galen Makelaars.
Details of this home
Grindweg 280, Scherpenzeel (Fr)
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About Grindweg 280, Scherpenzeel (Fr)
The asking price of €389,000 is in line with the market for a detached house of this size and age in Scherpenzeel. The 138 m² floor area and 445 m² plot are typical for the area, and the energy label C means heating costs are moderate. Without comparable sales data for the immediate neighbourhood, it's hard to say if it's a bargain, but it's not overpriced for the region.
The home has energy label C, which is average for a house built in 1936. It means the property is reasonably energy-efficient, with some insulation and double glazing likely present. You can expect moderate energy bills, but improvements like better insulation or solar panels could bring it up to a higher label.
The nearest train station is 12.7 km away, so this home is not ideal for daily commuting by rail. You would need a car or bus to reach the station. The area is very rural, so a car is almost essential for getting around.
The closest primary school is OBS De Aventurijn at 1.6 km, a couple of streets away. Two other primary schools are within 5 km: Christelijk Kindcentrum Eben Haëzer (3.6 km) and Burgemeester de Ruiterschool (4.8 km). For secondary education, the nearest school is 10.6 km away, so older children would need to travel further.
Scherpenzeel-Buitengebied is very safe. In the past year, only one crime was reported in the entire neighbourhood. With just 130 residents and a rural setting, it's a quiet area where people look out for each other.
The plot measures 445 m², which is generous for a detached house. It gives you plenty of outdoor space for a garden, patio, or even a small vegetable patch. The exact layout and condition of the garden are not described in the listing, so you'd need to view it to see what's there.
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