Balk, De Fryske Marren
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Sleatemar offers a compact 48 m² of living space on a 40 m² plot, built in 1970. The listing does not state an energy label. As a result, the running costs are unknown. At €298,000, the asking price is 40% below the neighbourhood average of €495,300, which is keen given the smaller floor area. For context, see other detached houses in De Fryske Marren.
Balk is a village of about 4,335 residents, with a notable share of older residents (29% aged 65+). Households are mostly couples with or without children, and 55% of homes are owner-occupied. The area is quiet, with a low address density (557 addresses per km²). No resident reviews are available for this street, but the village itself is known for its peaceful character. For more on the area, see Balk.
For groceries, the nearest PLUS supermarket is just over a kilometre away, with a Lidl about 1.7 km. Primary schools include Christelijke Basisschool de Bolster and Daltonschool 't Hazzeleger. Secondary school csg Bogerman Balk is 1.6 km away. A GP and a restaurant are both within a five-minute walk. The nearest train station is 15.2 km away, so a car is essential for longer journeys. For more on the municipality, see municipality De Fryske Marren.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via MAKELAARDIJ VAN ENGELENBURG B.V.
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Sleatemar 15, Balk
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About Sleatemar 15, Balk
The asking price is 40% below the average asking price in Balk (€495,300), but the home is also much smaller than average (48 m² vs 134 m²). Given the compact size and the lack of an energy label, the price seems in line with what you'd expect for a small detached house in this village.
The agent has not provided this information, so the home's energy efficiency is unknown.
The nearest supermarket is a PLUS at about 1.2 km, which is a 15-minute walk. A Lidl is 1.7 km away. For daily shopping, you'll need to walk or cycle a bit, but it's manageable.
Primary schools within walking distance include Christelijke Basisschool de Bolster (1.1 km) and Daltonschool 't Hazzeleger (1.6 km). For secondary education, csg Bogerman Balk is 1.6 km away.
The nearest train station is 15.2 km away, so daily commuting by train is not practical without a car.
Balk is a quiet village with a mix of ages, though a third of residents are 65+. It has a low population density and a peaceful atmosphere. Most homes are owner-occupied, and the area is family-friendly.
Sold homes in Balk spent an average of 46 days on the market, which is moderate. The current supply is limited (10 homes for sale), so similar properties may not stay available for long.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Balk