Homes for sale in Franeker, Waadhoeke
View the current supply of homes for sale in Franeker, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews to choose the right area.
What does a home in Franeker cost?
The housing market in Franeker is accessible compared to many other Frisian towns, but prices have risen sharply in recent years. The average purchase price over the past year was €398,268, with a range from €165,000 for a compact apartment to €1,150,000 for the largest detached homes. The average WOZ value is €235,000, slightly below the municipal average of Waadhoeke (€242,000). This difference is partly because the municipality also includes more expensive rural homes in villages like Achlum and Berltsum. Of the more than 6,300 homes in Franeker, 62% are owner-occupied and 38% are rental, with the majority being social housing. The average size of sold homes is 148 m², indicating a mix of spacious terraced houses and semi-detached homes. See the current listings and average asking price at the top of this page.
Living in Franeker: kaatsen, canals and short lines
Franeker is a town with its own character that you won't easily mistake for an average Frisian commuter town. The historic centre revolves around the canals, the Sjûkelân (the famous kaats field) and the Eise Eisinga Planetarium. Residents on Buurtje.nl give the neighbourhood a score of 8.4 out of 10, with notably high scores for accessibility (9.6), education (9.6) and safety (9.1). Resident A.M. Rondaan Prins, who has lived there for 42 years, sums it up: "Nice neighbourhoods where we look out for each other and regularly pop round for a cuppa. In a word: top neighbourhood." On the Franeker neighbourhood page you can read all reviews and neighbourhood data.
In terms of amenities, Franeker has a complete offering for a town of this size. There are several primary schools (including De Tjotter, It Klimmerblêd and OBS De Coerder), a branch of the CSG Anna Maria van Schurman secondary school, and ROC Friese Poort for vocational education. Daily shopping can be done at Albert Heijn on Voorstraat, Aldi at Martenaplein or Lidl near the Nij Franeker shopping centre. For sports, there is De Blauwe Golf swimming pool, FVC football club and, of course, the kaats clubs. To be fair, the score for amenities is the lowest at 6.5. Resident Christa de Vries notes that "unfortunately there is very little to do for both adults and children." A cinema or major nightlife is lacking; for that you drive to Leeuwarden.
Accessibility makes up for a lot. Franeker station is on the Leeuwarden-Harlingen railway line, with several trains per hour towards Leeuwarden (about 10 minutes). Via the N384 and A31 you are on the motorway towards Leeuwarden or Harlingen within a quarter of an hour. Leon Timmer mentions in his review that "everything is easy to reach by car due to the many roads that run through it," although he notes that more greenery would be welcome. The city centre and the Professorenbuurt are popular with buyers who prefer to live close to the centre, while newer neighbourhoods like It Stiselplak and Keningspark offer more space and more modern homes.
For which buyers is Franeker a good choice?
Franeker attracts a broad group of buyers. First-time buyers can still find affordable apartments and starter homes from around €165,000, although buying an apartment in Franeker is not always easy due to limited stock. Families benefit from the strong schools and safe, quiet neighbourhoods. Movers and seniors often choose the larger homes in neighbourhoods like Schalsumerplan en Arkens. When buying in Franeker, keep in mind additional costs: transfer tax (2%), notary and valuation fees can quickly add up to several thousand euros. The supply is not very large; 82 homes were sold last year, so be quick if you find something that suits. If you prefer to rent first, check the rental properties in Franeker.
Searching for homes in Franeker via neighbourhood scores
On Buurtje.nl you combine current property listings with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you get to know not just the home but also the neighbourhood. Compare Franeker with other places in the municipality, such as Sint Annaparochie or Bitgum, or view the full overview of homes for sale in Waadhoeke. More about the municipality can be found on the Waadhoeke municipality website.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Franeker?
The average purchase price in Franeker over the past year was €398,268. Prices range from around €165,000 for a compact apartment to €1,150,000 for the largest detached houses. The average floor area of sold homes is 148 m².
How does the WOZ value of homes in Franeker compare to Waadhoeke?
The average WOZ value in Franeker is €235,000. That is slightly lower than the municipal average of Waadhoeke (€242,000). This is partly because the municipality also includes more expensive rural homes in smaller villages.
What additional costs do I have when buying a home in Franeker?
When buying a house in Franeker, in addition to the purchase price, you pay 2% transfer tax, plus notary costs, appraisal costs, and possibly advice or brokerage fees for your mortgage. Expect around 4-6% in additional costs on top of the purchase price.
Are there good schools in Franeker?
Yes, Franeker scores a 9.6 for education in resident reviews. There are several primary schools and the secondary school CSG Anna Maria van Schurman. ROC Friese Poort also offers vocational education in the city.
Is buying an apartment in Franeker an option for first-time buyers?
There are affordable apartments available in Franeker from around €165,000, which is interesting for first-time buyers. However, supply is limited: a total of 82 homes were sold last year. So be quick when something suitable comes on the market.
Quiet surroundings, plenty of choice in schools, nature is fine, unfortunately very little to do for both adults and children.
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Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet neighbourhood, nice neighbours, unfortunately little to do for children. Accessibility is good, also public transport nearby. It is tidy and there are enough schools for the child's development.
Auto-translated to English by AIA safe feeling with (usually) nice neighbours and residents. Also, everything is easily accessible by car due to many roads that run through it. There isn't much greenery to be found, so I think that could be improved by means of a small park, etc.
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have lived here for 42 years and with great pleasure. Nice neighbours who look out for each other and regularly come by for a cup of coffee. In one word....Top neighbourhood. Space and lots of activity both in the neighbourhood and on the water.
Auto-translated to English by AINice spot here, friendly neighbours
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