A terraced house on a generous plot
This terraced house on De Excelsior 13 sits in the De Folgeren centrum neighbourhood of Drachten, a part of town where the streets feel settled and lived-in. The home dates from 1980 and comes with a plot of 969 m², which is unusually spacious for a terraced house. For context, terraced houses in Smallingerland are a common sight in the local market. This home has not been online since 17 September 2026.
De Folgeren centrum
De Folgeren centrum is a neighbourhood with a mix of households, from singles to families with children. Around 1,500 people live here, and the housing stock is mostly single-family homes, with a good share of owner-occupied properties. The area has a moderate urban feel, with an address density that puts it between busy and quiet. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here is based purely on the figures. The De Folgeren centrum neighbourhood is a straightforward, functional part of Drachten.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from here. The Jumbo and Aldi are both just around the corner, so picking up groceries is a quick trip. For a wider choice, the Poiesz and Lidl are a couple of streets away. Families with young children have two primary schools within a short walk, OBS De Bolder and Christelijke Basisschool Het Anker, while secondary education is a bit further out. A park or green space is on your doorstep, which is handy for a stroll or letting the kids burn off energy. The municipality of Smallingerland covers the wider area around Drachten.
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About De Excelsior 13, Drachten
Was €656 per month a fair rent for this terraced house?
The rent of €656 per month was for a terraced house of 68 m² with a plot of 969 m², built in 1980. In the current market, this is in line with what similar social housing properties in Drachten go for. The energy label is B, which is a reasonably efficient rating. The price reflected the size and type of home, and the large plot added value compared to many other terraced houses.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B. This is an official registration from EP-Online, indicating the home's energy performance category. The label itself does not tell you about the condition of the building, only its official energy rating.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 17.9 km away. This means the home is not within walking distance of a station, so train travel would require a drive or a bus connection. For daily commuting by rail, this location is less convenient than homes closer to a station. The distance was a fixed figure from the listing data.
What schools are nearby?
There are two primary schools within a short walk: OBS De Bolder at 322 metres and Christelijke Basisschool Het Anker at 378 metres. Kentalis De Skelp, a special education school, is also close at 406 metres. Secondary education is further away, at about 2 km. This makes the area practical for families with primary school-aged children.
What supermarkets are close by?
The Jumbo and Aldi are both just 679 metres away, so daily grocery shopping is a quick trip. The Poiesz is at 1.6 km and the Lidl at 1.7 km, giving you several options within a short distance. In total, there are 15 supermarkets within 5 km, so you have plenty of choice for weekly shopping.
Is this a social housing property?
Yes, this was a social housing property, which meant the rent was set at a level intended to be affordable. The monthly rent of €656 fell within the social housing threshold. This type of housing is typically managed by a housing corporation, and eligibility may depend on income criteria set by the provider.
