Homes for sale in Hemrik, Opsterland

House prices in Hemrik: spacious homes above the municipal average

Hemrik is a distinct owner-occupied neighbourhood. As many as 80% of the 331 homes are owner-occupied, while only 20% are rented out. The average WOZ value is €368,000, which is clearly above the municipal average of Opsterland (€332,000). That difference says something about the nature of the housing supply: Hemrik has relatively many spacious, detached houses and characteristic farmhouses, no compact city apartments. Over the past twelve months, five homes were sold with an average purchase price of €524,100. The range ran from €271,000 to €750,000, with an average living area of 153 m². For current asking prices and the current supply, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Buying an apartment in Hemrik is hardly an option in practice: the supply consists almost exclusively of ground-based homes. Those looking for a home with a garden and space around it are better off here than those looking for a compact city home.

Living in Hemrik: quiet, green and strongly connected to the surroundings

Hemrik is a small Frisian village in the heart of Opsterland, nestled between forest, heathland and farmland. The village has about 745 inhabitants, the largest group of which is between 45 and 65 years old. That says something about the atmosphere: this is not a neighbourhood where you expect crowds until late at night. Resident Lotte describes it simply but aptly as "nice and quiet", and gives the village a 9.0 on Buurtje.nl. That score is widely supported: safety, accessibility, community, green space, housing, beauty, education and facilities all score a 9.0. That is remarkably consistent for a village of this size. All resident experiences and neighbourhood data can be found on the Hemrik neighbourhood page.

The facilities in Hemrik itself are limited, as you would expect from a village with fewer than 800 inhabitants. There is no supermarket in the village; for daily shopping, residents rely on nearby places such as Gorredijk, about ten kilometres away. Gorredijk has a wider range of shops, a pharmacy and primary schools. For secondary education, children travel to Gorredijk or Drachten. In terms of sports, the area around Hemrik offers a lot: walking and cycling paths through the Fryske Wâlden are literally on the doorstep. The rural area around the village, viewable via Hemrik-Buitengebied, attracts people who really want to live in the countryside. The village centre itself can be explored via Hemrik-Kom.

In terms of accessibility, Hemrik is not a station village. The nearest train station is in Gorredijk or Drachten. By car, via the N381 you are quickly on the A7 towards Groningen or Heerenveen. Drachten is about a twenty-minute drive away, Leeuwarden half an hour. Public transport is available but limited, which means that a car is not a luxury but a necessity for most residents. That fits the lifestyle that Hemrik attracts: people who consciously choose peace and space, and accept the car as part of the deal. The municipality manages the local infrastructure; more information can be found on the website of the municipality of Opsterland.

For which buyers is Hemrik a good choice?

Hemrik mainly attracts movers and people aged 45 and older who consciously choose peace, space and a close-knit village community. Starters find few entry-level homes here: with an average selling price of over €524,000 and limited supply, buying in Hemrik is not an easy first step. Also take into account additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for non-starters) and notary costs. Those who want to remain flexible can also look at rental homes in Hemrik as an alternative. The supply changes quickly, so acting fast is wise.

Searching for a home to buy in Hemrik and surroundings

Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you choose not just a house but also a neighbourhood. If you find the supply in Hemrik too limited, then Bakkeveen, Gorredijk and Beetsterzwaag are good alternatives in the municipality. A broader overview of all homes for sale in Opsterland helps you make the comparison.