A 1930s semi-detached house in Drachten
This semi-detached house on Ratelwacht 26 sits in the Noord-Oost noord neighbourhood of Drachten, a part of town where the streets have a settled, lived-in feel. Built in 1930, the home has a classic pre-war character that you do not find in every street. With an asking price of €325,000, the price is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €308,300. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €3,078, while this home is listed at €4,333 per square metre. If you are weighing up your options, it is worth comparing with other [semi-detached houses in Smallingerland]( /koopwoningen/smallingerland/twee-onder-een-kapwoningen/).
The home itself
Inside, the house offers four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 75 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 81 m². The plot measures 325 m², with a front garden and a back garden of 200 m², the latter facing east and accessible via the back alley. There is also a detached brick garage. The home has HR+ glazing, cavity wall insulation and floor insulation, and is heated by a combi boiler. It is offered as full ownership. The energy label is F, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs.
Life in Noord-Oost noord
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.89, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Nice neighbourhood. Many beautiful homes. Also close to all the amenities you need." Another adds: "Safe and social control." A third resident describes the quays as lively but chaotic, with noise from nightlife and eateries. The neighbourhood has around 1,695 residents, and about 48% of households are single-person households. The housing stock is mixed, with 32% owner-occupied homes. For a fuller picture, you can read more about [the Noord-Oost noord neighbourhood]( /buurt/noord-oost-noord-smallingerland/).
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Jumbo and Aldi supermarkets are both just around the corner, and there is a Poiesz a bit further away. For schools, De Saffier is a couple of streets away, and OSG Singelland - VHS is a five-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartspraktijk Van Elselo is a five-minute walk, and the pharmacy Pharmium Apotheek Barentsen is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, bus stops at Stationsweg and Ringweg are on your doorstep, with lines 13, 21 and 20. The nearest train station is Feanwâlden, about 15 km away. The municipality of [the municipality of Smallingerland]( /gemeente/smallingerland/) covers the wider area.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €255,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 27% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 45%, from €176,000 to €255,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 48 dB Lden, which is not above the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the fact that the home was built before 1970 and that 65% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970; the soil type is sand. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Mijn Makelaar Mink and Funda.
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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 Ratelwacht 26, Drachten
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €325,000 is 27% above the WOZ value of €255,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The difference is a fact to consider, but it does not in itself indicate whether the price is fair.
What is the layout of this home?
The home has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 75 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 81 m². The plot measures 325 m², with a front garden and a back garden of 200 m² facing east, plus a detached brick garage.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is F, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient homes. The home does have HR+ glazing, cavity wall insulation and floor insulation, according to the agent, but the label itself is a separate fact.
What is the foundation risk in this area?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the home being built before 1970 and the fact that 65% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. The soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood and heat risks for this property?
The pluvial flooding risk is medium, meaning there is a moderate chance of flooding from heavy rain. The flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, both now and in 2050. Heat stress is low now but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public climate data.
What amenities are nearby?
The Jumbo and Aldi supermarkets are both about 126 metres away, so just around the corner. The GP practice Huisartspraktijk Van Elselo is 440 metres away, and the pharmacy Pharmium Apotheek Barentsen is 861 metres away. The hospital Nij Smellinghe is about 2.2 km away.
What public transport options are available?
Bus stops at Stationsweg and Ringweg are within about 200 metres, with lines 13, 21 and 20. The nearest train station is Feanwâlden, about 15 km away. This gives you bus connections locally and a train link further afield.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.89, based on three reviews. One resident praises the beautiful homes and proximity to amenities, another mentions safety and social control. A third resident notes that the quays can be chaotic due to nightlife and eateries, with some concerns about crime and police presence.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 45%, from €176,000 to €255,000. This shows a steady upward trend in the municipal valuation over that period. The reference date for the current value is 1 January 2025.
