Homes for sale in Heerenveen
View the current supply of homes for sale in Heerenveen, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews per district. Compare and find your home for sale.
Buying a house in Heerenveen: the housing market in 2026
Heerenveen is a municipality in the heart of Fryslân that offers much more than speed skating and SC Heerenveen. With over 51,700 residents, it is a medium-sized Frisian municipality where the core of Heerenveen functions as a regional service centre, surrounded by villages such as Akkrum, Jubbega and Aldeboarn. Its location on the A32 and A7 makes it a hub: you can reach Leeuwarden in twenty minutes, Zwolle in three-quarters of an hour. Major employers such as Accell Group, the Thialf stadium and various healthcare institutions provide employment, and the labour participation rate is 65%.
Of the more than 24,000 homes in the municipality, 60% are owner-occupied and 40% are rental properties. The average WOZ value is €315,000, but actual transaction prices are higher: in the past twelve months, 570 homes changed hands at an average purchase price of €502,791. The range is wide, from €125,000 for a modest apartment to €1,950,000 for a villa in Oranjewoud. The average floor area of sold homes is 198 m², indicating that many spacious family homes and detached houses are being traded. At the top of this page you will always find the current asking prices and selling times. Buurtje.nl bundles listings from more than 1,500 sources and adds neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, so you look beyond just the home itself.
The best neighbourhoods to buy a house in Heerenveen
The municipality of Heerenveen has seven official neighbourhoods, each with its own character. From the urban centre to the wooded edges and the agricultural villages in the south: the differences in atmosphere, price level and type of resident are considerable. Below are the most important neighbourhoods for buyers.
Boarnsterhim, village living with the highest neighbourhood score
The former Boarnsterhim area, with villages such as Akkrum and Aldeboarn, scores the highest of all neighbourhoods in the municipality with an 8.8 from residents. Here you live rurally, along canals and lakes, with a close-knit village community. It is mainly movers and families looking for a detached or semi-detached house. Prices are generally below the municipal average, although homes on the water are more expensive. Check the listings in Boarnsterhim for the current situation.
Heerenveen-centrum, urban and well-served
The core of Heerenveen is where you find most amenities: shopping centre De Koornbeurt, Heerenveen station with direct trains to Leeuwarden and Zwolle, the Abe Lenstra stadium and a wide range of catering establishments. Residents give the neighbourhood a 7.9 based on 15 reviews, with accessibility and education scoring particularly well. One resident writes: "Everything is close by, you have the motorway, the station and the centre within walking distance." For starters and singles buying an apartment in Heerenveen, this is the most logical place. Prices per square metre are higher here than in the outlying areas. Discover homes in the centre of Heerenveen.
Oranjewoud, green and sought-after
Oranjewoud is the village where the Frisian nobility once built their country estates, and you can still tell. Forest lanes, large plots and a quiet atmosphere make it the most expensive neighbourhood in the municipality. Here you don't buy a starter home, but rather a spacious villa or characteristic mansion. Families with higher incomes and movers are the main target group. Museum Belvédère and the forests of Oranjewoud are literally around the corner. Check the housing supply in Oranjewoud.
Jubbega, affordable and spacious
In the south of the municipality lies Jubbega, a ribbon village with a rural character. Residents rate it an 8.0 here, mainly for the peace and greenery. House prices are well below the municipal average, making Jubbega interesting for buyers who want plenty of space for a sharp price. The downside: amenities are more limited and you are dependent on the car. Check the homes in Jubbega.
In addition, there are a few other neighbourhoods worth exploring. Noord-Heerenveen offers newer family homes in a quiet setting, Skarsterlân has a watery and village character towards the Frisian lakes, and Hoornsterzwaag is a small village that is increasingly popular with buyers seeking peace close to the core. Read all ratings and reviews per neighbourhood on the municipality page of Heerenveen.
What to look out for when buying a home in Heerenveen?
Firstly: the price differences between neighbourhoods are large. A home in Jubbega costs you a fraction of what you pay in Oranjewoud, while the distance as the crow flies is only ten kilometres. So look carefully at your priorities: amenities within walking distance, or space and peace?
Secondly: the market in Heerenveen has become tighter in recent years. With 570 transactions in the past year and an average selling price of over half a million euros, there is competition, especially for homes under €350,000. Be prepared for the possibility that you may have to bid over the asking price, especially in sought-after neighbourhoods like Oranjewoud and the centre.
Thirdly: check the accessibility per neighbourhood. Heerenveen station offers good train connections, but from villages like Jubbega or Akkrum you are dependent on the car. If you commute to Leeuwarden or Drachten daily, that makes a difference.
Finally: use the neighbourhood scores and resident reviews on Buurtje.nl to get an honest picture of a neighbourhood. Figures on safety, greenery and amenities tell you more than a nice photo. Are you considering renting instead? Then also check the rental homes in Heerenveen.
What residents say about living in Heerenveen
Based on 21 resident reviews, the municipality of Heerenveen scores an 8.0 out of 10. Notably high scores are for safety (8.3), accessibility (8.2), greenery (8.3) and education (8.3). Community spirit scores slightly lower at 7.5, which fits the picture of a municipality where you make contact more quickly in the villages than in the core. A resident of Boarnsterhim sums it up: "Quiet living with everything within reach. The lakes, the nature and yet quickly on the motorway." Curious about all experiences? Read the full reviews about Heerenveen.
Homes for sale near Heerenveen
Are you looking wider than just Heerenveen? The surrounding municipalities offer interesting alternatives. Directly to the south lies De Fryske Marren, popular with water lovers. To the north you will find homes in Leeuwarden, the Frisian capital with a larger urban supply. Also Achtkarspelen, Dantumadiel and Harlingen are worth a look if you are flexible regarding location in Fryslân.
View the current supply of homes for sale in Heerenveen
At the top of this page you will find the complete overview of homes for sale in Heerenveen, updated daily from more than 1,500 sources. Use the filters on price, floor area and energy label to search specifically. With each home you immediately see the neighbourhood score and neighbourhood information, so you can assess not only the home but also the surroundings. Also check the municipality page for more information about the municipality as a whole, including all resident reviews and neighbourhood data.
Frequently asked questions
How many owner-occupied homes are for sale in Heerenveen?
The current number of owner-occupied homes in Heerenveen can be found at the top of this page. The supply is updated daily from more than 1,500 sources, including estate agents and housing platforms. This ensures you always see the most complete overview.
What is the price of an owner-occupied home in Heerenveen?
The average purchase price in Heerenveen over the past twelve months was €502,791. The range is wide: from €125,000 for a modest home or apartment to €1,950,000 for a villa in, for example, Oranjewoud. In villages such as Jubbega, prices are significantly lower than in the centre or Oranjewoud.
What is the average price per square metre in Heerenveen?
Based on an average purchase price of €502,791 and an average floor area of 198 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €2,539. This average varies greatly by neighbourhood: in Oranjewoud you pay more per square metre than in the outlying areas.
How long does a home stay on the market on average in Heerenveen?
The current average selling time can be found at the top of this page. In recent times, the market in Heerenveen has been relatively tight, especially for homes under €350,000. Popular neighbourhoods such as the centre and Oranjewoud generally have a shorter selling time.
Which neighbourhoods in Heerenveen are the most popular for buying a home?
Boarnsterhim scores the highest with residents at 8.8, followed by Jubbega (8.0) and the core of Heerenveen (7.9). Boarnsterhim is popular for its village-like, watery character. The centre attracts buyers who value amenities and accessibility, while Oranjewoud is popular among movers seeking space and greenery.
Is Heerenveen a good place to buy a home?
Heerenveen scores an 8.0 with residents and offers a combination of good accessibility (A7, A32, station), spacious homes and a wide range of amenities. The WOZ value of €315,000 is relatively affordable compared to the west of the Netherlands. With a labour participation rate of 65% and major employers in the region, the economic base is solid.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Heerenveen?
Expect 4 to 6% in additional costs on top of the purchase price. This includes transfer tax (2%, or 0% under the starter exemption for buyers under 35 for homes up to €510,000), notary fees, valuation costs and possibly estate agent commission. At an average purchase price of €502,791, this amounts to roughly €20,000 to €30,000 extra.
How good is the accessibility of Heerenveen?
Heerenveen is located at the junction of the A7 and A32, giving quick access to Leeuwarden, Drachten and Zwolle. Heerenveen station offers direct train connections to Leeuwarden and Zwolle. Residents rate accessibility an 8.2 out of 10. Note: from villages such as Jubbega or Akkrum, you are more dependent on the car.
Can I search for owner-occupied homes per neighbourhood in Heerenveen?
Yes, on Buurtje.nl you can search per neighbourhood. The municipality of Heerenveen is divided into seven neighbourhoods, including Boarnsterhim, Oranjewoud, Jubbega and Noord-Heerenveen. Per neighbourhood you can see the available supply, the neighbourhood score and resident reviews.
How many homes are there in total in the municipality of Heerenveen?
The municipality of Heerenveen has a total of 24,010 homes. Of these, 60% are owner-occupied and 40% are rental homes. Of the rental homes, 28% are owned by housing corporations. The average energy consumption is 2,590 kWh of electricity and 1,110 m³ of gas per household.
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Auto-translated to English by AIPleasant, quiet neighbourhood where many activities are organised. Because the streets are quite narrow, people don't drive fast. The hospital is within walking distance. There is a cycle path, the motorway is nearby, there are many sports and play facilities. There is also a forest nearby, where there are also many sports and play facilities and where dogs can run off-leash.
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