Buitenpost, Achtkarspelen
NeighbourhoodThis semi-detached house on Irenestraat in Buitenpost feels like a home from the moment you step inside. With 102 m² of living space on a 280 m² plot, it offers a manageable layout and a private garden. The price of €319,000 is the lowest among the 13 homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood, and 30% below the average asking price of €453,731, so it's a keen entry point into the market. For context, semi-detached houses in Achtkarspelen vary widely, but this one stands out for its efficiency.
Buitenpost is a village where daily life unfolds at a relaxed pace. With 5,230 residents, it's large enough for amenities but small enough to feel familiar. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with a notable share of older residents (25% are 65+), and about a third of households have children. The housing stock is predominantly owner-occupied (60%) and mostly single-family homes (82%). There are no resident reviews available, but the quiet streets and green surroundings speak for themselves. To get a fuller picture, explore the Buitenpost neighbourhood page.
For your morning bread, Lidl and PLUS are both just around the corner, and Poiesz is a couple of streets away. Families with children have two primary schools within a five-minute walk: Christelijke Basisschool De Lichtbron and Basisschool de Mienskip. Secondary education is also close by, with Aeres VMBO Buitenpost and Lauwers College Buitenpost a ten-minute walk away. The train station is 1.5 km from the house, making commutes to Groningen or Leeuwarden straightforward. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Achtkarspelen.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including Moniek Bremer Makelaardij, so you can find it on multiple platforms.
Details of this home
Irenestraat 27, Buitenpost
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About Irenestraat 27, Buitenpost
At €319,000, this is the cheapest home currently for sale in Buitenpost and 30% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €453,731. However, the floor area (102 m²) is 39% smaller than the average of 168 m², so the price per square metre is in line with the market. Given the energy label A+++ and the garden, it represents good value for a starter home.
The home has an energy label A+++, which is the highest possible rating. This means it is extremely energy-efficient, with very low heating and electricity costs. Only 14% of homes currently for sale in Buitenpost have label A+ or better, so this is a standout feature.
The train station is 1.5 km from the house, which is about an 18-minute walk or a 5-minute cycle. Buitenpost station has regular services to Groningen and Leeuwarden.
There are two primary schools within a five-minute walk: Christelijke Basisschool De Lichtbron (173 m) and Basisschool de Mienskip (215 m). For secondary education, Aeres VMBO Buitenpost (657 m) and Lauwers College Buitenpost (765 m) are about a ten-minute walk away.
Lidl and PLUS are both just around the corner at 257 m, and Poiesz is 361 m away, all within a few minutes' walk. For a wider selection, Jumbo is 3.6 km away in the next village.
In the past year, 55 homes were sold in Buitenpost at an average price of €385,745 and an average time on market of 47 days. This home's asking price of €319,000 is well below that average, partly because it is smaller than most (102 m² vs 168 m² average).
Yes, the property sits on a 280 m² plot, which typically includes a private garden. The exact layout and orientation are not specified, but the plot size suggests outdoor space for relaxation or gardening.
Buitenpost has a balanced mix of ages, with about 33% of households having children. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and the area is quiet with low crime rates (125 total offences). The village has a GP, a library, and parks within a short walk.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Buitenpost