A quiet spot by the water
This detached house sits on a quiet road, right by the water and in a rural setting, in the small village of Rohel. With 235 residents, Rohel is a peaceful place where life moves at its own pace. The asking price is €849,000. For context, the average asking price for detached houses in De Fryske Marren reflects the premium for this type of home in the municipality.
The home itself
Built in 1980, this detached house offers 6 rooms, including 6 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over 2 floors. The living area is 264 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 271 m². The plot is 3,615 m² per the agent, but the BAG registration shows 1,390 m². The house has a garden around it, a garage, and a balcony. It features roof insulation, triple glazing, and floor insulation, and is heated with a fireplace and partial underfloor heating. The property is freehold. The energy label is B, which is an efficient label, so expect moderate energy costs.
Rohel
Rohel is a village where residents know each other. Across the municipality of De Fryske Marren, residents give an average score of 7.93 out of 10, based on ten reviews. One resident says: "In our street there's a lot of togetherness, we have cosy evenings. Last night we had a New Year's drink. Very cosy... Also in summer such an evening. But the most important thing for me is... as a neighbourhood we are there for everyone." Another adds: "In case of emergency, you can knock on anyone's door." A third notes: "It is usually quiet and there is nice nature outside, only the roads are not so great." The village has 51 homes, and 98% are owner-occupied. The population is spread across age groups, with 36% between 45 and 65, and 21% aged 65 or older. This is a place where community matters, as the reviews suggest. For more on the area, see the municipality of De Fryske Marren.
Amenities and transport
For daily needs, the SPAR supermarket is a ten-minute walk away, and another SPAR is a couple of streets further. Primary schools include OBS De Schakel and Christelijke Basisschool De Trieme, both about a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartspraktijk Zwartsenburg in Rotsterhaule, just around the corner. The pharmacy is in Joure, a bit further out. Bus line 48 stops at Rohel, Vierhuistervaart, on your doorstep, and at Rohel, Vierhuisterweg, a couple of streets away. The nearest train station is Heerenveen, about 7.6 km away.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is €692,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 23% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 46%, from €475,000 to €692,000. As for address-level risks, the noise from road traffic is 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling, and 34% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. Flood risk is low for both the current situation and 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Veenstra Makelaars & Taxateurs.
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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.
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About Vierhuisterweg 20, Rohel
What is the asking price for this home?
The asking price is €849,000. This is a detached house with a living area of 264 m² according to the agent, which works out to €3,216 per m². The price reflects the size, the water location, and the rural setting. No comparison with the neighbourhood average is provided here, so the price is stated as it is.
What is the layout of this detached house?
The house has 6 rooms, including 6 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over 2 floors. The living area is 264 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 271 m². There is a garden around the house, a garage, and a balcony. The property is freehold. The agent mentions roof insulation, triple glazing, and floor insulation, and heating via a fireplace and partial underfloor heating.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value is €692,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 23% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 46%, from €475,000 in 2020 to €692,000 in 2025. This shows a steady upward trend in the municipal valuation, which is a fact about the property's assessed value, not its current market value.
What are the address-level risk indications for this home?
According to public risk data at the address level, the noise from road traffic is 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling, and 34% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. Flood risk is low for both the current situation and 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are nearby for daily needs?
The nearest supermarket is a SPAR, about 2.5 km away, which is a ten-minute walk. Another SPAR is about 4.3 km away. For primary education, OBS De Schakel is about 2.6 km away, and Christelijke Basisschool De Trieme is about 2.9 km away. The nearest GP is Huisartspraktijk Zwartsenburg in Rotsterhaule, about 1.8 km away. The pharmacy is in Joure, about 6.6 km away.
How is the public transport connection from this home?
Bus line 48 stops at Rohel, Vierhuistervaart, about 165 metres away, and at Rohel, Vierhuisterweg, about 601 metres away. The nearest train station is Heerenveen, about 7.6 km away. These are the closest public transport options, with the bus stop on your doorstep and the train station a short drive or cycle away.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of community and demographics?
Rohel has 235 residents, with an average household size of 2.3. About 32% of households have children, and 37% are without children. The age distribution shows 36% are between 45 and 65, and 21% are 65 or older. Residents across the municipality of De Fryske Marren give an average score of 7.93 out of 10, based on ten reviews, highlighting togetherness and quiet surroundings.
Why is the plot size different between the BAG and the agent?
The BAG registration lists the plot as 1,390 m², while the agent's listing states 3,615 m². The difference is not explained in the listing.
