Homes for sale in De Bouwen zuid, Smallingerland

House prices and market figures De Bouwen zuid, Smallingerland

The owner-occupied market in De Bouwen zuid is limited in size, but that does not make the figures any less interesting. Of the 704 homes in the neighbourhood, only 28% are owner-occupied; the rest are rental properties, a large proportion of which are owned by a housing association. This low owner-occupancy rate means that relatively few homes come onto the market. In the past twelve months, two homes have been sold, with an average purchase price of €187,000 and a range of €185,000 to €189,000. With an average living area of 77 m², this works out at a price of approximately €2,430 per square metre. The WOZ value is €181,000, which is clearly lower than the average for the wider district De Bouwen (€256,000) and the municipal average of Smallingerland (€276,000). De Bouwen zuid is thus one of the cheaper segments of the municipality. Homes for sale here are generally modest in size; think terraced houses and porch apartments from the 1970s and 1980s. At the top of the page, view the current supply and the most recent average asking price.

Living in De Bouwen zuid, Smallingerland

De Bouwen zuid is a quiet, predominantly social rental neighbourhood on the south side of Drachten. The housing stock largely dates from the 1970s: terraced houses with small front and back gardens, two- or three-storey porch apartments, and the occasional gallery flat. The streetscape is functional and green, with small parks and trees that give the neighbourhood a certain airiness. The neighbourhood is compact and clear, which contributes to the social character that residents describe.

Lidy Rusken gives the neighbourhood an 8.4 and describes it as a "social, involved neighbourhood". That picture matches the demographic composition: the largest group of residents is 65-plus (375 out of 650 residents), and single-person households are by far the majority. This means you will find many older neighbours here who have lived on the same street for years and know each other. The atmosphere is therefore friendly and quiet, but not anonymous. On the sub-scores, the neighbourhood scores notably high on safety (9.0) and sense of community (9.0), and green space also gets a 9.0. These are strong points for anyone looking for a neighbourhood where people look out for each other.

For daily shopping, you hardly need to leave the neighbourhood. Drachten has a wide range of shops in the centre, within cycling distance of De Bouwen zuid. Supermarkets, a library, health centres and sports facilities are easily accessible. Within the district, there are primary schools that are also attended by children from De Bouwen zuid; education scores an 8.0 in the resident assessment. The neighbourhood itself has few shops or catering establishments, but that is quickly resolved in Drachten.

In terms of accessibility (score 8.0), De Bouwen zuid is reasonably well connected. By bike, you can reach the centre of Drachten in ten to fifteen minutes. By car, the connection to the N31 and A7 is quickly reached, making commuting to Leeuwarden, Groningen or Heerenveen feasible. Bus services run towards the centre of Drachten and beyond. There is no train station in the immediate vicinity; the nearest station is Drachten, some distance from the neighbourhood.

Compared to sister neighbourhoods such as De Bouwen noord and De Bouwen oost, De Bouwen zuid has a slightly lower WOZ level and a higher proportion of housing association homes. Those looking for more variety in the housing supply can also look at De Bouwen west. More background information about the entire district can be found on the page about De Bouwen. All neighbourhood data, sub-scores and resident reviews of De Bouwen zuid can be found on the neighbourhood main page of De Bouwen zuid.

Who is a home for sale in De Bouwen zuid interesting for?

Living in De Bouwen zuid mainly appeals to people who want to buy affordably in a quiet, social environment. Due to the low average purchase price of €187,000, this is one of the more accessible neighbourhoods for first-time buyers looking for a first home without having to overbid in a tight market. Older buyers or people who want to downsize also fit well into the profile of the neighbourhood, given the existing community of over-65s. Families with young children are less represented, but the presence of primary schools in the area does not make it unsuitable. The low supply of owner-occupied homes does require patience: few homes become available. Those who want more choice can also look at rental homes in De Bouwen zuid as an alternative, or explore the supply in other districts of Smallingerland.

What residents say about De Bouwen zuid

De Bouwen zuid receives an overall score of 8.4 out of 10, based on resident reviews. The highest scores go to safety (9.0), sense of community (9.0) and green space (9.0). Accessibility, housing, beauty, education and facilities each score 8.0. Resident Lidy Rusken describes the neighbourhood as "Social involved neighbourhood!!" and emphasises the social character as a major plus point. That image of a close-knit, safe neighbourhood with plenty of green space is consistently reflected. View all reviews and neighbourhood data on the page of De Bouwen zuid.

Compare homes for sale in and around De Bouwen zuid

On Buurtje.nl you will find homes for sale in De Bouwen zuid combined with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district data in one place. This helps you not only find a home, but also assess whether the neighbourhood suits you. The supply is compiled from more than 1,500 sources. Also compare the supply in neighbouring neighbourhoods such as De Bouwen noord or view the larger supply in districts such as Centrum, De Singels or De Drait. More about the municipality can be found on the website of municipality Smallingerland.