A compact semi-detached home in De Swetten oost
Tucked away on Schoolstraat in the De Swetten oost neighbourhood of Drachten, this semi-detached house from 1920 offers a compact footprint with a lived-in character. The asking price is €198,000. For context, the average asking price for semi-detached houses in Smallingerland reflects a different segment of the market, so this home stands out for its affordability.
What the home offers
Inside, the home spans two floors with two rooms in total, including one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 46 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 45 m², and the plot measures 130 m² according to both sources. The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs. Built in 1920, the home carries its age as a fact, without any judgement on its condition.
Life in De Swetten oost
Residents across the municipality of Smallingerland give their living environment an average score of 8.04, based on 24 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 describes it as "Cosy, quiet neighbourhood." The neighbourhood itself has around 880 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. For a closer look at what this area offers, the De Swetten oost neighbourhood page has more details.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Poiesz supermarket is on your doorstep, with Lidl and Aldi just around the corner, and Albert Heijn a five-minute walk away. Primary school De Swetten is just around the corner, and secondary school OSG Singelland - Drachtster Lyceum is a couple of streets away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Bult and the pharmacy Pharmium Apotheek Barentsen are both just around the corner. Bus stops at Noorderbuurt and Stationsweg, served by lines 13 and 21, are within a short walk, and the nearest train station is in Feanwâlden, about 15.6 km away. The municipality of Smallingerland covers the wider area.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €188,000, as of the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 5% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 49%, from €126,000 to €188,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 57 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the soil type is sand, with the note that the home was built before 1970. 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. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Frieswijk Makelaar NVM.
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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 Schoolstraat 26, Drachten
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €198,000 is 5% above the WOZ value of €188,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 49%, from €126,000 in 2020 to €188,000 in 2025. This comparison is factual and does not imply any judgement on the asking price.
What is the layout of this home?
According to the agent, the home has two rooms in total, including one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 46 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 45 m². The plot measures 130 m². The home was built in 1920 and has an energy label G, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label on the scale. This means the home is likely to have higher energy costs compared to more efficient labels. The label does not indicate the structural condition of the home, only its energy performance. In the neighbourhood, most of the available homes have a better energy label, but this home's label is G.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data from KCAF. The home was built in 1920, before 1970, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. It means that, according to public data, there is a medium level of risk associated with the foundation in this area.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic at this address is 57 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, according to 2022 data. This is an area-level indication from the Atlas Leefomgeving, not a measurement taken at the property itself. The figure gives an idea of the ambient noise from traffic in the vicinity.
What is the flood and climate risk for this area?
According to the Klimaateffectatlas, the pluvial flooding risk (from heavy rain) is medium, while the flood risk from rivers or the sea is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not specific to this home, and they describe the broader climate risks for the location.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Poiesz, at about 248 metres, which is on your doorstep. Lidl and Aldi are both around 357 metres away, just around the corner. Albert Heijn is at 598 metres, a five-minute walk, and Ekoplaza is at 687 metres. This gives a good range of options for daily groceries within a short walk.
What schools are close to this home?
Primary school De Swetten is at 129 metres, just around the corner, and It Ambyld is at 350 metres. For secondary education, OSG Singelland - Drachtster Lyceum is at 374 metres, and OSG Singelland - VHS is at 486 metres. There is also a special secondary school, De Zwaai, at 441 metres. All are within a short walk.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Drachten, Noorderbuurt, at 184 metres, served by lines 13 and 21. Another stop, Drachten, Stationsweg, is at 764 metres, also with lines 13 and 21. The nearest train station is Feanwâlden, at about 15.6 km. The bus stops provide local connections, but the train station is further away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Smallingerland give their living environment an average score of 8.04, based on 24 reviews. One resident says: "Nice neighbourhood. Many beautiful homes. Also close to all the amenities you need." Another says: "Safe and social control." A third describes it as "Cosy, quiet neighbourhood." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this specific neighbourhood.
