Homes for sale in Kollum, Noardeast-Fryslân
View the current supply of homes for sale in Kollum, including asking prices, selling times, and resident reviews per neighbourhood.
House prices in Kollum: what do you pay for a home?
The housing market in Kollum is strong. Over the past twelve months, 17 homes were sold with an average sale price of €412,059. The range runs from €239,500 to €589,000, indicating that both starter homes and larger detached houses are available. The average sold home had a floor area of 193 m², pointing to an offering dominated by larger single-family homes and detached houses. Buying apartments in Kollum is less common; the village has a traditional Frisian housing stock with many ground-based homes. The WOZ value is €271,000, equal to the municipal average of Noardeast-Fryslân. Over 62% of the housing stock is owner-occupied. For current asking prices and available homes for sale in Kollum, see the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Kollum: green and well-equipped, but honestly not entirely positive
Kollum is a village of about 5,800 residents that functions as a true regional centre in the northeast of Friesland. It has its own character: there is a shopping centre with supermarkets, a pharmacy, a GP practice and various shops for daily groceries. This makes Kollum more self-sufficient than many surrounding villages. The village also scores well in terms of education: there are primary schools and secondary education in or directly around the village, which explains the high sub-score of 8.0 for education. For sports, local clubs are active in football, tennis and other recreational activities.
Yet it is fair to also mention the less rosy side. On the district page of Kollum, the average resident score is 5.2 out of 10, based on reviews from inhabitants. Resident Jap describes the village bluntly: "Drugs, alcohol, so largely a mess", and also mentions vandalism and animal abuse as recurring problems. The sub-score for safety is 4.0 and for community 3.0, which aligns with this picture. Green spaces score high at 8.0, and that is correct: the surroundings of Kollum, with the nearby Kollumerwaard and the Frisian landscape, are attractive for those who love space and nature. Amenities also score 8.0, confirming the practical appeal of the village.
In terms of accessibility, Kollum is reasonably well connected. Via the N358 and N361 you quickly reach Dokkum and further to Leeuwarden, about 35 to 40 minutes by car. There are bus connections from Kollum towards Dokkum and Groningen, although a car is practically indispensable. Kollum does not have a train station. The neighbourhood Verspreide huizen Kollum offers an interesting alternative just outside the centre for those seeking a bit more space and rural character.
For whom is buying in Kollum a sensible choice?
Kollum mainly attracts families and movers who want space for their money and are not dependent on urban amenities. With an average of 193 m² per sold home, you get a sizeable property for €412,000. First-time buyers can enter the market at the lower end from around €239,500, but keep in mind additional costs such as transfer tax (2%) and notary fees. The supply varies: with 17 transactions in a year, the market is limited, so respond quickly when something becomes available. Those who prefer to get to know the neighbourhood first or want more flexibility can also look at rental homes in Kollum as an intermediate step.
Searching for a home to buy in Kollum and surroundings
Buurtje.nl combines the current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only see what a house costs but also what it is like to live there. Feel free to compare Kollum with other places in the region, such as Dokkum, Metslawier or Anjum - Noordoost. A broader overview of the supply can be found on the page for homes for sale in Noardeast-Fryslân. For municipal information about permits, zoning plans or local regulations, you can visit the website of the municipality of Noardeast-Fryslân.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average purchase price of a home in Kollum?
Over the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Kollum was €412,059. The cheapest home sold went for €239,500, the most expensive for €589,000. The average floor area was 193 m², indicating that these are mainly larger single-family homes.
What is the WOZ value of homes in Kollum?
The average WOZ value of homes in Kollum is €271,000. This is equal to the average of the municipality of Noardeast-Fryslân as a whole. The WOZ value is determined annually by the municipality and is, among other things, the basis for property tax.
What additional costs should I consider when buying a home in Kollum?
When buying a house in Kollum, as a buyer you pay 2% transfer tax on the purchase price, unless you are under 35 and qualify for the starter exemption. In addition, there are notary costs, estate agent fees and possibly valuation costs. In total, expect around 4 to 6% of the purchase price in additional costs.
How is the accessibility if I buy a home in Kollum?
Kollum does not have its own train station. By car, via the N358 and N361, you can reach Dokkum in about 15 minutes and Leeuwarden in 35 to 40 minutes. There are bus connections towards Dokkum and Groningen, but in practice a car is almost indispensable. For daily amenities, you hardly need to leave Kollum itself.
Is Kollum suitable for starters who want to buy an apartment?
Buying an apartment in Kollum is difficult: the housing supply mainly consists of ground-based single-family homes and detached houses. Starters can enter the market at the lower end from around €239,500, but must take into account limited supply and quick transactions. Those who want to be more flexible can also look at rental properties as an alternative.
Lots of drinking, drugs and vandalism....+ animal abuse. So a mess where nothing is done about it!!!
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