Makkum, Súdwest-Fryslân
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Plein 2 in Makkum is a rare find: a home from 1800 with an A+ energy label, a combination you don't see every day. At 137 m² and priced at €598,500, it sits 29% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€465,717), so it's on the high side. For context, apartments in Súdwest-Fryslân vary widely, but this one stands out for its age and efficiency.
Makkum is a compact village with about 3,140 residents, where older households (65+) outnumber families with children. It's a quiet, low-density place, the address density is just 502 per km², so you won't feel crowded. One resident sums it up: "It's peaceful and everyone knows each other." Another says: "The waterfront is beautiful, and there's a real sense of community." Based on two reviews, it's a place where neighbours still chat over the fence. The neighbourhood Makkum has a mix of pre-war and post-war homes, with 36% built before 1945.
For your morning bread, Jumbo is just around the corner. Three primary schools are within a five-minute walk: Daltonbasisschool Sint Martinus, Christelijke Basisschool De Ark, and Basisschool De Populier. A GP and a supermarket are both a couple of streets away, and the municipality Súdwest-Fryslân offers plenty of nature and water sports nearby.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Kingma & Walinga makelaars en taxateurs Lemmer and also appears on Funda, so you have two channels to explore.
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Plein 2, Makkum
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About Plein 2, Makkum
The asking price is 29% above the neighbourhood average of €465,717, so it's on the high side. However, the home is unusually old (1800) yet has an A+ energy label, which is rare, only 5% of local listings have that label. The price per m² works out at about €4,368, compared to the neighbourhood average of €3,438. Whether it's worth it depends on how much you value the historic character combined with modern efficiency.
Makkum is a low-density village (502 addresses per km²) with a strong sense of community. Residents describe it as peaceful and friendly, with beautiful waterfront views. The population is older on average, with many 65+ households, but there are also families with children. Crime is low (43 total offences), and the area feels safe. It's not a bustling city centre, but that's exactly what many people appreciate.
The nearest train station is 12.1 km away, so you'll need a car or bus for rail connections. The village itself is quiet, but the IJsselmeer coast and recreational areas are close by.
Three primary schools are within a five-minute walk: Daltonbasisschool Sint Martinus (272 m), Christelijke Basisschool De Ark (357 m), and Basisschool De Populier (422 m). For secondary education, the nearest school is 10.4 km away, so older children would need to travel.
The home has an A+ energy label, which is exceptional for a building from 1800. It means the property is very energy-efficient, with low heating costs and a small carbon footprint. In the neighbourhood, only 4.8% of homes have A+ labels, so this is a standout feature. You won't have to worry about draughty windows or high bills.
Yes, Jumbo is just 382 m away, a five-minute walk for daily groceries. Other supermarkets like Poiesz and Aldi are further out (7+ km), so for a big shop you might drive, but the essentials are right on your doorstep.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Makkum
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