Jan Gelinde van Blomstraat 11
Drachten centrum, Smallingerland
AreaA detached house in the heart of Drachten
This detached house on Jan Gelinde van Blomstraat 11 sits in the centre of Drachten, a lively spot where everything you need is close by. Built in 1939, it has a classic character and a warm, welcoming feel. The asking price of €369,000 is 18% below the average asking price of €448,654 for homes in this neighbourhood, which puts it on the sharp side. For a sense of what's on offer, you can compare with other detached houses in Smallingerland.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this home has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 96 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 101 m². The plot is 255 m². The house has a front, side and back garden, with the back garden facing south and accessible via the back alley. It comes with HR glazing, cavity wall insulation and floor insulation, and is heated by a combi boiler with partial underfloor heating. You own the property outright.
The Drachten centrum neighbourhood
Drachten centrum is a compact neighbourhood with a real mix of people, from students to pensioners. Residents across the municipality of Smallingerland give their living environment an average score of 8.04, based on 24 reviews. One resident says: "Nice neighbourhood. Many beautiful homes. Also close to all the amenities you need." Another adds: "Safe and social control." The neighbourhood itself has around 1,365 inhabitants, and a large share of them live alone. It's a place where you can easily walk to shops, schools and parks, and where the centre's buzz is never far away. For more on the area, see the Drachten centrum neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is easy. A large supermarket is just around the corner, with Aldi, Lidl, Poiesz and Albert Heijn all within a couple of streets away. For primary education, Katholieke Jenaplan Basisschool St. Lukas is a five-minute walk, and secondary schools like Gomarus College and OSG Singelland are also close. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk J.M. Stoter is just around the corner, and the pharmacy is a five-minute walk. For public transport, the bus stop at Van Knobelsdorffplein is a five-minute walk away, with lines 12, 13, 20, 21, 23, 27, 55, 304, 314, 320, 324, 380 and 404. The nearest train station is in Feanwâlden, about 16 km away. All this is part of the municipality of Smallingerland.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €268,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 38% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed in line with the local market. As for the address, there are some area-level indications to note. The noise level from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. The foundation risk is indicated as medium, partly because the home was built before 1970. For climate, the risk of pluvial flooding is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Noorderlicht Makelaars and Noorderlicht Makelaars.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Jan Gelinde van Blomstraat 11, Drachten
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €369,000 is 18% below the average asking price of €448,654 for homes currently for sale in Drachten centrum. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €420,000, and prices range from €265,000 to €785,000. So this home is priced on the lower side compared to the neighbourhood average.
What is the layout of this house?
According to the agent, the house has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 96 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 101 m². The plot is 255 m². There is a front, side and back garden, with the back garden facing south and accessible via the back alley.
What is the WOZ value and how does it relate to the asking price?
The WOZ value is €268,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price of €369,000 is 38% above this WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value, so the difference is not unusual but it's a fact to consider.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard of 50 dB Lden. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not a measurement at the property itself. It means that traffic noise may be noticeable, but the actual experience can vary.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk is indicated as medium. This is partly because the home was built before 1970 (in 1939), and in the postcode area, 82% of properties were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication from KCAF, not an inspection of this specific home. It suggests that foundation issues could be a consideration, but it's not a certainty.
What are the flood and climate risks for this address?
The risk of pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is medium. The flood risk from rivers or the sea is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not specific to this property. They give a general sense of how the area may be affected by climate change.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within a short walk. Aldi is about 159 metres away, Lidl about 197 metres, Poiesz about 264 metres, Albert Heijn about 269 metres, and Dirk about 275 metres. So you have plenty of options for daily groceries, all within a few minutes' walk.
What schools are close to this home?
For primary education, Katholieke Jenaplan Basisschool St. Lukas is about 231 metres away. For secondary education, Gomarus College is about 501 metres away, and OSG Singelland - Drachtster Lyceum is about 548 metres away. There are also other schools within a short distance, so there are options for children of different ages.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Drachten, Van Knobelsdorffplein, about 342 metres away, with many bus lines including 12, 13, 20, 21, 23, 27, 55, 304, 314, 320, 324, 380 and 404. There are also other stops nearby. The nearest train station is Feanwâlden, about 16 km away, so for train travel you would need to go a bit further.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Drachten centrum is a compact neighbourhood with a mix of residents. Across the municipality of Smallingerland, residents give an average score of 8.04 out of 10, based on 24 reviews. One resident says: "Nice neighbourhood. Many beautiful homes. Also close to all the amenities you need." Another says: "Safe and social control." The neighbourhood has about 1,365 inhabitants, with a high proportion of single-person households.
