A classic terraced house in Leeuwarden
On Aagje Dekenstraat 17, in the Helicon neighbourhood of Leeuwarden, you will find a terraced house from 1941. The home sits on a quiet road in a residential area, with a front garden and a back garden of 40 m² facing south, accessible via the back alley. With a living area of 111 m², this home is 26% larger than the neighbourhood average of 88 m². The asking price is €379,000. For a sense of the wider market, you can compare with other terraced houses in Leeuwarden.
Inside the home
This three-storey family home has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The volume is 405 m³. According to the agent, the home has roof insulation and HR+ glazing, and it is heated by a central heating boiler. There is also a roof terrace. The property is freehold, so you own the land as well as the building.
The Helicon neighbourhood
Helicon is a small neighbourhood with about 755 residents, and the housing stock is almost entirely owner-occupied. The homes here were all built between 1945 and 1970, giving the area a post-war character. Residents across the municipality of Leeuwarden give their living environment an average score of 7.27, based on 56 reviews. One resident describes a "cosy neighbourhood" with "houses with a stately character interspersed with smaller workers' cottages", adding that "you can feel the history". Another resident, however, mentions negative experiences with nuisance and safety concerns. A third resident notes that "a lot has changed" over the years. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not Helicon specifically. For more on the area, see the Helicon neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. Aldi and Jumbo are just around the corner, and Lidl and Poiesz are a couple of streets away. For primary education, IKC Albertine Agnes is a five-minute walk, and Openbaar IKC De Vosseburcht is also within walking distance. The nearest GP is Huisartspraktijk R. Baarsma, about a ten-minute walk, and Apotheek Kouwenhoven BV is a bit closer. Bus stops are nearby: Leeuwarden, WTC is just around the corner with lines 10, 97 and 197, and Leeuwarden, Europaplein is a couple of streets away with line 71. Leeuwarden train station is about a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Leeuwarden offers a range of services and facilities.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €297,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 28% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 41%, from €210,000 to €297,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard; other noise sources (rail, air, industry) are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on area-level data, and the soil is clay. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, while flood risk is low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Makelaardij Friesland.
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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.
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About Aagje Dekenstraat 17, Leeuwarden
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €379,000 is 28% above the WOZ value of €297,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listing, is €3,414.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
The home has four rooms in total: three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 111 m², and the volume is 405 m³. There is a back garden of 40 m² facing south, a front garden, and a roof terrace. The property is freehold.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent states that the home has roof insulation and HR+ glazing, which may help with keeping the home warm. The heating is provided by a central heating boiler.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to area-level data. The home was built in 1941 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific property.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Other noise sources are below the standard: rail traffic at 30 dB, air traffic at 39 dB, and industry at 47 dB. These figures are based on public data and are area-level indications.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Aldi and Jumbo are both about 179 metres away, so just around the corner. Lidl and Poiesz are about 659 metres away, and another Jumbo is at 690 metres. This gives you several options for daily groceries within a short walk.
What schools are close to this home?
IKC Albertine Agnes, a primary school, is about 312 metres away, and Openbaar IKC De Vosseburcht is at 371 metres. For secondary education,!mpulse Leeuwarden is at 426 metres and Montessori High School at 439 metres. All are within a five-minute walk.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Leeuwarden, WTC, about 261 metres away, with lines 10, 97 and 197. Leeuwarden, Europaplein is at 360 metres with line 71, and Leeuwarden, Westeinde is at 420 metres with lines 71, 97 and 197. Leeuwarden train station is about 1.5 km away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Leeuwarden give their living environment an average score of 7.27, based on 56 reviews. One resident mentions a "cosy neighbourhood" with "nice neighbours" and easy access to the city centre. Another resident, however, reports negative experiences with nuisance and safety. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not specifically the Helicon neighbourhood.
