A quiet spot in the heart of Leek
This semi-detached house sits on Herman Colleniusstraat, a quiet road in a residential area in the centre of Leek. The home was built in 1966 and has an energy label E, so expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient homes. With a floor area of 82 m² according to the agent, it is a compact home. The asking price of €265,000 is 43% below the average asking price of €464,188 for homes in this neighbourhood, and it is the cheapest of the 16 homes currently for sale here. For more context, you can compare with other [semi-detached houses in Westerkwartier]( /koopwoningen/westerkwartier/twee-onder-een-kapwoningen/).
The home itself
The house has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 82 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 78 m². The plot is 232 m². There is a garden at the front and a back garden of 77 m² facing east, plus a detached wooden garage. The property is freehold, so you own the land. According to the agent, the home has no insulation and is heated by a central heating boiler.
Life in Centrum Leek en omgeving
Residents of the district of Leek give their living environment an average score of 6.0, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a "cosy neighbourhood with shops nearby", while another says it is a "nice neighbourhood to live in", mentioning playgrounds, schools and childcare within walking distance, and lots of greenery. The same resident notes an active neighbourhood association that organises many things. A third review is less positive, referring to "poor municipal management". The neighbourhood has around 3,930 inhabitants, with a relatively large share of residents aged 65 and over. For a closer look at the area, you can read more about [the Centrum Leek en omgeving neighbourhood]( /buurt/centrum-leek-en-omgeving-westerkwartier/).
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The GP practice Huisartsengroepspraktijk Leek is on your doorstep, and the BENU Apotheek Leek is just around the corner. For groceries, Jumbo and Lidl are a couple of streets away, with Aldi and Albert Heijn a short walk further. Primary schools obs De Nijenoert and Samenlevingsschool De Stapsteen are both within a five-minute walk, and secondary school rsg de Borgen, Nijeborg is also close by. For public transport, bus stops at Leek, Euroweg and Leek, Nijenoertweg are just around the corner, served by lines 3, 83, 85, 417 and 589. The nearest train station is Zuidhorn, about 12 km away. The wider surroundings are part of [the municipality of Westerkwartier]( /gemeente/westerkwartier/).
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home was €247,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 7% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 59%, from €155,000 to €247,000. As for the address, the noise from road traffic is 46 dB Lden and from air traffic 15 dB Lden, both below the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is low, based on area-level data. The climate indications for this address are low for pluvial flooding and current flood risk, with a medium indication for heat stress by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Smit & Douma Makelaars.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Herman Colleniusstraat 12, Leek
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €265,000 is 7% above the WOZ value of €247,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 59%, from €155,000 to €247,000.
What is the layout of this semi-detached house?
The home has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 82 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 78 m². The plot measures 232 m². There is a front garden and a back garden of 77 m² facing east, plus a detached wooden garage.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E. This is a relatively low label, so you can expect higher energy costs for heating and electricity compared with homes with a more efficient label. The agent states that the home has no insulation. The home is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to area-level data. This is based on the fact that the home was built before 1970, in 1966, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the climate risks for this address?
The climate indications for this address are low for pluvial flooding and for current flood risk. The indication for heat stress is low now, but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an assessment of this specific property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Jumbo and Lidl are both about 700 metres away, a couple of streets from the home. Aldi and Albert Heijn are slightly further, around 800 metres. There are 11 supermarkets within 5 km, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What schools are within walking distance?
Primary schools obs De Nijenoert and Samenlevingsschool De Stapsteen are both within a five-minute walk, at about 200 and 300 metres respectively. Secondary school rsg de Borgen, Nijeborg is also close, at about 350 metres. There are 22 schools within 5 km.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus stops at Leek, Euroweg and Leek, Nijenoertweg are just around the corner, served by lines 3, 83, 85, 417 and 589. The nearest train station is Zuidhorn, about 12 km away. This gives you options for both local and regional travel.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the district of Leek give their living environment an average score of 6.0, based on three reviews. One resident mentions a "cosy neighbourhood with shops nearby", while another highlights playgrounds, schools and childcare within walking distance, and an active neighbourhood association. A third review is less positive, referring to "poor municipal management".
How does the price per m² compare with the neighbourhood?
The asking price per m² is €3,232, based on the agent's living area of 82 m². The average asking price per m² in this neighbourhood is €3,122. So this home is priced slightly above the neighbourhood average per m², but the total asking price is below the neighbourhood average because the home is smaller.
