Boornbergum, Smallingerland
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on 't Herntsje sits in a quiet part of Boornbergum, surrounded by greenery. With 300 m² of living space on a 901 m² plot, it is a generous home for a family. The price of €595,000 is 53% above the neighbourhood average of €387,667, which reflects the much larger floor area, 216% bigger than the typical 95 m² in the area. Compared to other detached houses in Smallingerland, this one is on the high side, but you get a lot of space for your money.
Boornbergum is a small village with a strong sense of community. Most homes are owner-occupied (69%) and nearly all are single-family houses (97%). The population is around 1,825, with many families and a mix of ages. It is a very quiet area, the address density is just 291 per km², making it one of the least urban places in the Netherlands. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the figures show a safe, family-oriented environment with only 39 crimes recorded. For more context, see the Boornbergum neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: Poiesz supermarket is just around the corner, and there are two primary schools within a five-minute walk, obs de Finneblom and Christelijke Basisschool Bij de Boarne. For secondary education, you would need to travel about 4.3 km. A restaurant and a child daycare centre are also within a couple of streets away. The area is part of the municipality of Smallingerland, which offers further amenities in nearby Drachten.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Frieswijk Makelaar NVM. The listing is available on multiple platforms, so you can compare details easily.
Details of this home
't Herntsje 22, Boornbergum
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About 't Herntsje 22, Boornbergum
The asking price is 53% above the neighbourhood average of €387,667, but this home is much larger than typical properties in Boornbergum. With 300 m² of living space, it offers 216% more floor area than the average 95 m². The price per square metre works out at about €1,983, which is below the neighbourhood average of €4,186 per m², so you are getting more space for a lower per-square-metre cost.
The home has an energy label C, which is average for a house of this age (built in 1995). It means the property is reasonably efficient but not as economical as a modern A-rated home. You can expect moderate energy bills, though the exact costs depend on usage and the heating system.
The nearest train station is 17.5 km away, so this is not a location for daily commuting by rail. You would rely on a car or bus for longer journeys. The village is well connected by road, but public transport to the station may require a transfer.
There are two primary schools within walking distance: obs de Finneblom at 81 m and Christelijke Basisschool Bij de Boarne at 374 m. Both are small schools with around 100-120 pupils. For secondary education, the nearest school is 4.3 km away, so a school run by car or bus is necessary.
Currently, there are only 3 homes for sale in Boornbergum, including this one. The market is small, with just 10 sales in the past period. The average selling time was 35 days, which suggests homes do not linger long. This limited supply means competition can be higher for desirable properties.
Boornbergum is very family-friendly: 97% of homes are single-family houses, and many households have children. There are plenty of green spaces, and the area is quiet with low crime. The nearest park or public garden is 1.4 km away, and the village has a small supermarket and a restaurant within a short walk.
The plot measures 901 m², which is generous for a detached house. The listing does not specify whether there is a garden, but a plot of this size typically includes outdoor space.
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