Grou, Leeuwarden
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Yn 'e Lijte sits in a quiet part of Grou, a village surrounded by water and nature. With 81 m² of living space, it's compact but efficient, and the 344 m² plot gives you room to breathe. The asking price of €375,000 is in line with the market, especially when you compare it to other detached houses in Leeuwarden.
Grou is a village with around 5,500 residents, known for its marinas and Frisian lakes. One long-time resident says: "I've lived there for 55 years, so that says enough." They add: "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." That's one review, so take it as a personal view. The neighbourhood Grou has a mix of ages, with many families and older residents, and most homes are owner-occupied.
For daily shopping, you have Poiesz about a ten-minute walk away, and Lidl and Jumbo a bit further. There are several primary schools within walking distance, like Openbare Basisschool De Twa Fisken and CBS Nijdjip, both about 2 km away. Secondary school Sevenwolden Grou is also nearby. The train station is a couple of streets away, making it easy to head to Leeuwarden or beyond. The municipality Leeuwarden offers plenty of green space and water sports.
At the time of writing, the home is listed only via Makelaardij Mid-Fryslân.
Details of this home
Yn 'e Lijte 81, Grou
Very good · 1 resident
I've lived there for 55 years, so that says enough.
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About Yn 'e Lijte 81, Grou
The asking price of €375,000 is close to the neighbourhood average of €386,629 and slightly above the median of €335,000. Given that the house is 81 m² (smaller than the average 126 m² in the area), the price per m² works out at about €4,630, which is higher than the neighbourhood average of €3,682 per m². So it's on the high side for the size, but the large plot and detached nature add value.
The energy label is D. That means the home is reasonably efficient but not top-notch. You can expect moderate energy costs, but it's worth noting that 33% of homes in the neighbourhood have a label D or lower, so it's not unusual. The house was built in 1996, so it likely has some insulation but may need upgrades over time.
Grou has a good mix of residents, with about 765 households with children and several primary schools within a couple of kilometres. The area is quiet and surrounded by nature, with parks and water nearby. However, one resident mentioned some decline due to new residents causing issues, so it's worth visiting to see if it suits you.
The train station is 1.3 km away, about a 15-minute walk. From there, you can reach Leeuwarden and other cities. The village is compact, so most amenities are within walking or cycling distance.
The plot is 344 m², which is generous for a detached house of this size. It gives you space for a garden, possibly a patio or even a small extension, subject to planning permission. The house itself is 81 m², so the outdoor space is a real bonus.
Yes, the nearest supermarket is Poiesz at about 1.1 km, with Lidl and Jumbo around 1.6 km. For primary education, Openbare Basisschool De Twa Fisken and CBS Nijdjip are both about 2.2 km away. Secondary school Sevenwolden Grou is 2.3 km. All are within a short bike ride.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Grou
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