Under offer
Grou, Leeuwarden
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Molenpad in Grou dates from 1832, making it one of the older homes in the area. With 95 m² of living space and a plot of 155 m², it's compact but full of character. The energy label G means heating costs will be significant. At €225,000, the asking price is 42% below the neighbourhood average of €386,629, which is keen given the size and age. For context, detached houses in Leeuwarden vary widely in price.
Grou has about 5,500 residents and a mix of ages, with a notable share of older inhabitants. The single review for the neighbourhood scores it 8.71, but the resident who lived there for 55 years says: "Was very good but nowadays it's going downhill due to various moves of some addresses and replaced by people who, partly due to drug use, make a mess of it, it's not getting any better." It's a personal perspective, but worth noting. The neighbourhood Grou has a low urbanity score (4 out of 5), meaning it's not densely built.
For groceries, Poiesz is just on your doorstep, with Lidl and Jumbo a couple of streets away. Two primary schools are a ten-minute walk: Openbare Basisschool De Twa Fisken and CBS Nijdjip. Secondary school Sevenwolden Grou is also within walking distance. The municipality Leeuwarden covers a wide area, but Grou itself feels self-contained.
At the time of writing the home is listed via several channels, including Regent Makelaars, Vastgoed Nederland and Funda.
Details of this home
Molenpad 1, Grou
Very good · 1 resident
I've lived there for 55 years, so that says enough.
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About Molenpad 1, Grou
The asking price is 42% below the average for Grou (€386,629), but the house is also smaller (95 m² vs 126 m² average) and has an energy label G, which means high energy costs. Given the age and condition, the price seems in line with what you'd expect for a home that needs significant investment in insulation and heating.
Energy label G is the lowest rating, indicating poor insulation and high energy consumption. You can expect substantial heating bills, especially in winter. The neighbourhood has 33.3% of homes with label D or lower, so it's not uncommon, but it's something to budget for.
Grou has a mix of households: about 29% with children and 33% without, plus 38% single-person households. There are two primary schools within a ten-minute walk and a secondary school nearby. The resident review mentions some decline due to new residents, but the area remains popular for its amenities.
Poiesz supermarket is just 45 metres away, so daily shopping is very convenient. Lidl and Jumbo are within a five- to ten-minute walk. A GP and a restaurant are also within walking distance. The train station is 1.3 km away, about a fifteen-minute walk.
At 95 m², this house is 25% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 126 m². The plot of 155 m² is also modest. If you need more space, you might look at larger homes, but they come at a higher price.
The listing does not mention any monument or listed status. The house was built in 1832, so it may have historical features, but you would need to check with the municipality for any restrictions on renovations.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Grou
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