Wirdum, Leeuwarden
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Hôf 15 sits in the heart of Wirdum, a peaceful village in the municipality of Leeuwarden. With 166 m² of living space and a generous plot of 1930 m², it offers plenty of room for a family. The home has an energy label A, so it's efficient to run. At €745,000, it's the most expensive of the 11 detached houses currently for sale in the neighbourhood, and the price is 48% above the local average of €503,091, so it's on the high side compared to other homes in the area. For context, detached houses in Leeuwarden typically sell for around €3,767 per m².
Wirdum is a small village with just over a thousand residents, and it has a strong rural character. Almost all homes are single-family houses, and 70% are owner-occupied. The population is a mix of families and older residents, with a good number of children and people over 65. The neighbourhood is quiet and safe, with only 17 reported crimes in the latest data. There are no resident reviews available for this area, but the low crime rate and family-friendly profile speak for themselves. The Wirdum neighbourhood is a close-knit community where people know each other.
For your daily shopping, the nearest supermarket is a Lidl about 2.5 km away, and a Jumbo is 3.5 km away, both a short drive. There are several primary schools within walking or cycling distance: IKC Roorda is about 1.9 km away, and Kindcentrum de Pionier and Teresa are both around 2.3 km. For secondary education, you'd need to travel about 6.6 km. The village has a GP practice 2.8 km away, and a train station is 7.5 km from the home. The area is part of the municipality of Leeuwarden, which offers more extensive amenities in the city centre.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Lamberink Makelaars & Adviseurs. The price reflects the large plot and energy-efficient label, making it a standout property in the village.
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Hôf 15, Wirdum (Fr)
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About Hôf 15, Wirdum (Fr)
The asking price is 48% above the neighbourhood average of €503,091, and it's the most expensive of the 11 detached houses currently for sale in Wirdum. However, the home is larger than average (166 m² vs 131 m²) and sits on a very large plot of 1930 m², with an energy label A. Recently sold homes in the area went for an average of €681,063, so the price is on the high side but reflects the extra space and efficiency.
The plot measures 1930 m², which is unusually large for a detached house in this neighbourhood. It offers plenty of outdoor space for gardening, play, or even extending the home, subject to planning permission. The exact layout and features of the garden are not described in the listing, so you'd need to view the property to see how the land is used.
The home has an energy label A, which means it's very energy-efficient. You can expect lower heating and electricity bills compared to older homes with lower labels. In the neighbourhood, 36.4% of homes have label A+ and 18.2% have label A, so this home is among the more efficient ones in the area.
The nearest train station is 7.5 km away from the home. That's about a 10-minute drive or a 30-minute bike ride.
There are several primary schools within a few kilometres: IKC Roorda (1.9 km), Kindcentrum de Pionier (2.3 km), and Teresa (2.3 km). For secondary education, the nearest school is 6.6 km away, so older children would need to travel further. The area has 26 schools within 5 km, covering primary and secondary levels.
Wirdum is a very safe neighbourhood. In the latest data, only 17 crimes were reported in total, which is low for a village of over 1,000 residents. The area is quiet and family-friendly, with a mix of families and older residents.
This is the most expensive home currently for sale in Wirdum, with a price 48% above the neighbourhood average. It's also larger than average (166 m² vs 131 m²) and has a much bigger plot (1930 m² vs typical sizes). The energy label A is better than many homes in the area, where 45.5% have label C or lower.
The nearest supermarket is a Lidl about 2.5 km away, and a Jumbo is 3.5 km away. There are also a Poiesz and an AH XL within 5 km. For daily groceries, you'd likely drive or cycle, as the village itself has limited shops.
5 homes in the neighbourhood Wirdum