Homes for sale in Hemrik-Buitengebied, Opsterland

House prices and market figures for Hemrik-Buitengebied, Opsterland

House prices in Hemrik-Buitengebied are clearly above the average for the district and the municipality. The average WOZ value in this neighbourhood is €436,000, compared to €368,000 in the wider district of Hemrik and €332,000 in the municipality of Opsterland. This makes Hemrik-Buitengebied one of the more expensive parts of the municipality.

Over the past twelve months, three homes were sold in the neighbourhood, with an average purchase price of €591,667. The range ran from €275,000 to €750,000, indicating that the supply varies widely: from smaller rural homes to larger detached properties. The average living area was 154 m², which works out at a price of around €3,842 per square metre. This is an indication, because with only three transactions per year the market here is limited and individual sales can significantly affect the average.

With 88% owner-occupied homes in the housing stock, this is a pronounced home-owning neighbourhood. Rental properties are scarce: only 12% of homes are rented out, some of which through housing associations. For current asking prices and available supply, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Hemrik-Buitengebied, Opsterland

Hemrik-Buitengebied is exactly what its name promises: the rural area around the village of Hemrik, in the green heart of Friesland. Those who live here consciously choose peace, space and a rural environment. The buildings consist almost exclusively of detached houses and farmhouses, scattered along narrow country roads and surrounded by meadows, forests and ditches. There are no apartment blocks or terraced houses; each house stands alone, often with a spacious plot.

The atmosphere is quiet and subdued. The neighbourhood has around 275 residents, spread over 116 homes, which already indicates how low the building density is. The largest age group consists of 45- to 65-year-olds, and households with children are the most common family type. That fits the picture: families who consciously choose an environment where children can play outside and the hustle and bustle of the city is far away.

Facilities are not found in the neighbourhood itself, but in the nearby village centre of Hemrik or in Gorredijk, the largest town in the municipality. Gorredijk has supermarkets, primary schools, a sports hall and various shops. The distance there is a few kilometres, easily doable by bike or car. For more extensive facilities such as a secondary school, hospital or train station, you can go to Drachten or Heerenveen, both about twenty to twenty-five minutes away by car. Public transport is limited in the rural area; a car is almost indispensable here.

Residents rate the neighbourhood remarkably highly. Based on the available reviews, Hemrik-Buitengebied scores a 9.0 out of 10, and all subcategories, from safety to green spaces and from community to accessibility, come out at the same score. Lotte describes the neighbourhood simply as: "Nice and quiet." That sums it up well. If you are looking for peace and nature, you are in the right place here. More resident reviews and neighbourhood information can be found on the page for Hemrik-Buitengebied.

Compared to Hemrik-Kom, the village part of Hemrik, the rural area is quieter and greener, but also further from daily amenities. If you want a bit more village liveliness without completely giving up peace, you can also look at the supply of homes for sale in Hemrik as a whole. Other green residential cores in the municipality are Bakkeveen and Frieschepalen, which offer a similar rural atmosphere. For more information about living and life in the municipality, you can also consult the website of municipality Opsterland.

Who is a home for sale in Hemrik-Buitengebied interesting for?

Hemrik-Buitengebied mainly attracts families and people over 45 who consciously choose space, peace and a rural environment. Movers with a larger budget feel at home here: the average sale price of almost €592,000 and a minimum price of €275,000 show that the entry threshold is considerable. First-time buyers and people with a smaller budget will find it difficult here; supply is limited and prices are high. Also be honest about the fact that only a handful of homes change hands each year, which means you sometimes have to wait a long time for the right house. A car is not a luxury but a necessity. If you still want to rent in the area, you can take a look at the rental properties in Hemrik-Buitengebied, although that supply is equally scarce.

What residents say about Hemrik-Buitengebied

Hemrik-Buitengebied receives an overall score of 9.0 out of 10 from residents. All subscores, including safety, accessibility, green spaces and community, are at 9.0. That is a remarkably consistent and high picture. Lotte writes: "Nice and quiet", and gives the neighbourhood a 9. It precisely indicates what residents are looking for and find here: a calm, pleasant living environment without fuss. All reviews and scores per category can be viewed on the neighbourhood page for Hemrik-Buitengebied.

Compare homes for sale in and around Hemrik-Buitengebied

Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and district data, so you not only search for a house but also understand whether the neighbourhood suits you. Want to compare? Then also look at the supply in Hemrik-Kom, the nearby village centre, or explore other districts in the municipality such as Gorredijk and Beetsterzwaag. For a complete overview of all homes for sale in Opsterland you can go to the municipal page.