A quiet spot in Wijnjewoude
This detached house on Merkebuorren 82 sits in the heart of Wijnjewoude, a village where life moves at its own pace. The asking price is €349,500. For context, the average asking price for homes currently for sale in Wijnjewoude-Centrum is €349,750. If you are looking at [detached houses in Opsterland], this one stands out for its age and character.
The home itself
Built in 1938, this house has 4 rooms, including 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over 2 floors. The living area is listed as 125 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 95 m². The plot measures 292 m². The property includes a garden at the rear (21 m²), a front garden and a side garden, with a southeast orientation. There is an attached brick garage. The home has roof insulation, HR+ glazing and wall insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. Ownership is freehold.
Life in Wijnjewoude-Centrum
Wijnjewoude-Centrum is a small community of around 565 residents, where about a third of households are single-person. Residents across the municipality of Opsterland give their living environment an average score of 7.81, based on nine reviews. One resident says: "Nice and quiet." Another mentions: "Good neighbours, drinking coffee have become friends, caring, pleasant to deal with." A third review, however, notes parking pressure from a neighbour's taxi business. The reviews reflect the wider municipality, not this specific neighbourhood. For a closer look at [the Wijnjewoude-Centrum neighbourhood], the data shows a mix of ages, with 23% of residents aged 65 or older.
Amenities and transport
The daily essentials are within easy reach. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Wijnjewoude-Hemrik, is just around the corner, and the primary school Skoalle de Sinnewizer is a five-minute walk away. For groceries, the nearest supermarket is Poiesz, a couple of streets away, with a Coop also nearby. The bus stop Wijnjewoude, Merkebuorren is on your doorstep, served by lines 14, 84 and 104. The nearest train station is Buitenpost, about 22 km away. For more on the wider area, [the municipality of Opsterland] offers a broader perspective.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €321,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 9% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 47%, from €218,000 to €321,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is low, and the soil type is sand. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is low, as is the current flood risk, while heat stress is expected to be 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 Makelaardij Benedictus and listings on Funda and Huispedia.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Merkebuorren 82, Wijnjewoude
What is the asking price for this home?
The asking price is €349,500. The average asking price for homes currently for sale in Wijnjewoude-Centrum is €349,750, with prices ranging from €349,500 to €350,000. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €3,701, based on the available listings. No further price comparison is provided.
What is the layout of this detached house?
The house has 4 rooms in total, including 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over 2 floors. The living area is 125 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 95 m². The plot measures 292 m². There is a garden at the rear (21 m²), a front garden and a side garden, with a southeast orientation. An attached brick garage is included.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect higher energy costs compared to homes with better labels. The home does have roof insulation, HR+ glazing and wall insulation, according to the agent. The energy label is a separate fact from the insulation features, and no further conclusions should be drawn from it.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, based on area-level data. The soil type is sand, and the home was built in 1938. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific property. No further details are provided in the listing.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, according to 2022 data. This is an area-level indication, not a measurement at the property itself. The listing does not provide any further information about noise from other sources.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Poiesz, about 3.9 km away. There is also a Coop at approximately 4.7 km and another Coop at about 5 km. These distances are straight-line distances from the property. For daily groceries, you would likely need to travel a short distance by car or bike.
Which schools are close to this home?
The nearest primary school is Skoalle de Sinnewizer, about 466 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. For secondary education, CSG Liudger Waskemeer is approximately 4.5 km away, offering vmbo, havo and vwo levels. There are also other primary schools within 5 km, including Christelijke Basisschool De Paadwizer and Kindcentrum De Verbinding.
What public transport options are available?
The bus stop Wijnjewoude, Merkebuorren is just 95 metres from the property, served by lines 14, 84 and 104. Another stop, Wijnjewoude, Duurswoude, is about 375 metres away with lines 14 and 104. The nearest train station is Buitenpost, approximately 22 km away. No travel times or destinations are specified in the listing.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of residents?
Wijnjewoude-Centrum has around 565 residents. About 33% of households are single-person, and 31% are households with children. The age distribution is fairly even, with 23% aged 65 or older and 24% aged 25 to 45. These figures come from CBS data and describe the neighbourhood as a whole.
How many homes are currently for sale in the neighbourhood?
There are currently 2 homes for sale in Wijnjewoude-Centrum, with an average asking price of €349,750. The median price is also €349,750, and prices range from €349,500 to €350,000. The average price per square metre is €3,701, based on the available listings.
