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Balk, De Fryske Marren
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Pypsterstikke 5 sits in the heart of Balk, a village in the municipality of De Fryske Marren. With 190 m² of living space and a large plot of 1112 m², it offers plenty of room for a family. The asking price of €749,000 is 51% above the neighbourhood average of €495,300, which is understandable given the size and the fact that it's a detached property. For context, detached houses in De Fryske Marren are a sought-after type here.
Balk is a village with around 4,335 residents, where 55% of homes are owner-occupied and 87% are single-family houses. It's a place with a mix of ages, though a quarter of residents are 65 or older. The area feels quiet and residential, with a low urban density (557 addresses per km²). One resident describes it as "a peaceful village with all amenities within walking distance." Another says: "Great community spirit and beautiful surroundings." These two reviews give a sense of a friendly, self-contained village. The neighbourhood Balk is known for its green setting and local facilities.
For daily errands, the PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and a Lidl is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Christelijke Basisschool de Bolster (a five-minute walk) and Daltonschool 't Hazzeleger (a ten-minute walk). For secondary education, csg Bogerman Balk is also a ten-minute walk. The municipality De Fryske Marren covers a wide area, but Balk itself has most essentials close at hand.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Huisman Makelaars and other platforms. The price and details are as published by the agents.
Details of this home
Pypsterstikke 5, Balk
Data from Balk
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About Pypsterstikke 5, Balk
The asking price is 51% above the average for Balk, but the home is also 42% larger than the neighbourhood average (190 m² vs 134 m²) and sits on a generous plot of 1112 m². Detached homes in this area command a premium, so the price is in line with what you'd expect for a property of this size and type.
The home has energy label B, which is efficient. In Balk, 22.2% of homes have label A and 33.3% have label B, so this property is above average in terms of energy performance. You can expect relatively low heating costs compared to older homes with lower labels.
The nearest train station is 15.2 km away, so this is not a location for daily commuting by rail. Most residents will rely on a car or bus for longer journeys.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Christelijke Basisschool de Bolster (419 m), Daltonschool 't Hazzeleger (717 m), and Sterrenschool Ludgerus (766 m). For secondary education, csg Bogerman Balk is 728 m away.
Currently, there are 10 homes for sale in Balk, with an average asking price of €495,300 and a median of €419,500. The market is not very large, so this detached home stands out due to its size and price.
In the most recent data, there were 77 total crimes reported in the neighbourhood. Given the population of 4,335, that's a low crime rate, consistent with a quiet village atmosphere.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Balk
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