Homes for sale in Metslawier, Noardeast-Fryslân
Discover the current supply of homes for sale in Metslawier, with neighbourhood data and resident reviews that help you make the right choice.
House prices in Metslawier: spacious homes at an average Frisian price level
Metslawier is a distinct owner-occupied neighbourhood: 77% of the more than 720 homes are owner-occupied, compared to 23% rental properties. The average WOZ value is €265,000, slightly below the municipal average of €271,000 for Noardeast-Fryslân. That difference is modest, but indicates that Metslawier is priced slightly more accessibly than the municipality as a whole. Over the past twelve months, six homes were sold here, with an average selling price of €447,667 and a range from €259,000 to €849,000. That wide spread reflects the supply: from simple village homes to spacious detached houses in the Frisian countryside. With an average living area of 202 m², these are clearly larger homes. The current supply and average asking prices can be found at the top of this page.
Buying an apartment in Metslawier is hardly an option: the housing stock consists mainly of ground-floor homes. If you are considering buying an apartment, you would be better off looking in Dokkum, the nearest town with a wider range of smaller housing types.
Living in Metslawier: green, quiet and with a strong neighbourhood bond
Metslawier is a small terp village in the northeast of Friesland, with around 1,620 residents. The population structure shows that the over-45s set the tone: the 45 to 65 age group is the largest, followed by those aged 65 and over. You notice this in the character of the village: it is quiet, well-organised and social cohesion is strong. Residents give Metslawier an average score of 8.8 out of 10 on the neighbourhood page of Metslawier. Green spaces (10.0), accessibility (9.5) and beauty (9.5) score notably high. Resident J. Van Zuthem describes the neighbourhood as friendly and helpful, with neighbourhood barbecues and other neighbourhood activities regularly organised. That picture fits a village where people know each other and act accordingly.
Facilities are limited, which explains the review score of 7.0 for that aspect. There is no supermarket or primary school in the village itself; for those, you rely on surrounding places. Dokkum, about ten kilometres away, offers a full range of facilities: supermarkets, secondary schools, sports facilities and shops. For primary education, you can go to smaller villages in the area. If you use facilities daily, you need to factor in a trip by car or bike. Accessibility by car is good: via the N361 and N357 you quickly reach regional connecting roads. There is no train station in Metslawier itself; the nearest station is Leeuwarden, about 35 kilometres away. Bus connections are available but limited in frequency, which in practice makes the village car-dependent.
Around Metslawier lie several small villages, each with its own character. If you want to explore a bit more space or variety in supply, you can also look at Niawier, Wetsens or Oostrum. Further away in the municipality, Ternaard and Anjum - Noordoost are interesting alternatives for comparing rural living. The municipality of Noardeast-Fryslân provides additional information about living, zoning plans and local regulations on its official website.
Who is a home in Metslawier suitable for?
Buying a house in Metslawier is especially attractive for people who consciously choose peace, space and a close-knit community, and who are not dependent on urban facilities on a daily basis. The homes are large and prices are slightly below the municipal average, but supply is small: six sales in a year means you need patience or must be able to act quickly. Don't forget the additional costs: transfer tax (2% for non-starters), notary fees and any structural survey add up quickly. If you would rather experience the neighbourhood first, you can also look at rental properties in Metslawier as an intermediate step.
Buying in Metslawier: how to find the right property
Buurtje.nl combines the current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you compare not just a home but also the neighbourhood itself. At the top of this page, view the current homes for sale in Metslawier, including filters on price, area and energy label. Want to search more broadly? Then also compare the supply of homes for sale in Noardeast-Fryslân or explore places like Ee - Zuidoost and Oosternijkerk - Noordwest for a good picture of the regional market.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of buying a house in Metslawier?
Over the past twelve months, the average selling price of a home in Metslawier was €447,667. Prices ranged from €259,000 to €849,000, depending on the type and condition of the property. The average living area of sold homes was 202 m², indicating that these are predominantly spacious, ground-based houses.
What is the WOZ value of homes in Metslawier?
The average WOZ value in Metslawier is €265,000. This is slightly below the average for the municipality of Noardeast-Fryslân, where the average WOZ value is €271,000. The WOZ value is an indication of the market value but often differs from the actual selling price in practice.
What types of homes are for sale in Metslawier?
The housing supply in Metslawier consists almost entirely of ground-based homes, such as detached houses and semi-detached houses. Apartments are hardly available in this small terp village. Those looking for an apartment would be better off looking in Dokkum, the nearest city with a broader and more varied housing supply.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Metslawier?
When buying a home in Metslawier, there are additional costs on top of the purchase price. For homes above €510,000 or for non-first-time buyers, 2% transfer tax applies. In addition, you pay notary costs for the deed of transfer and the mortgage deed, typically together between €1,500 and €3,000. A structural survey is recommended for older Frisian homes and costs an average of €300 to €500.
How accessible is Metslawier for daily commuting?
Metslawier is located on the N361 and has good connections via regional roads to Dokkum (approx. 10 km) and Leeuwarden (approx. 35 km). A private car is almost indispensable: there is no train station in the village and bus connections are limited in frequency. Residents give accessibility a high score of 9.5, which likely refers to the smooth traffic flow and absence of traffic jams in the countryside.
My neighbourhood is friendly, helpful and generally nice, organising neighbourhood barbecues and a few other neighbourhood events
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have a cosy neighbourhood with a nice collaboration during, among other things, the village festival or other activities. There are few amenities in the village, but you can find them at a distance of about 4 kilometres. In Niawier there is a kaats association, church, village hall, animal pasture and the small harbour. The school is in the neighbouring village Oosternijkerk, so children have to cycle a kilometre every morning. At the crossing of the main road, cars are parked every morning to ensure this is done safely. Various activities are also organised in the village to bring everyone together. In short, a cosy village atmosphere!
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