Centrum Leek en omgeving, Westerkwartier
NeighbourhoodThis mid-terrace house on George Wilhelmlaan sits in the heart of Leek, a town with a friendly, village-like feel. With 123 m² of living space and a 246 m² plot, it offers plenty of room for a family. The asking price of €275,000 is keen compared to the neighbourhood average of €350,000, and there are only two other homes for sale in the area. For context, terraced houses in Westerkwartier typically sell for around €326,000.
The neighbourhood Centrum Leek en omgeving is a mixed residential area with a high proportion of single-person households (41%) and a notable share of residents aged 65 and over (35%). It's a moderately urban setting, with 1,084 addresses per km². The neighbourhood has a good mix of owner-occupied (51%) and rental homes, and two-thirds of the housing stock was built between 1945 and 1970. No resident reviews are available for this area.
For your daily shopping, Lidl is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including obs De Nijenoert and Samenlevingsschool De Stapsteen. For secondary education, rsg de Borgen has two locations nearby. The municipality Westerkwartier offers a mix of rural and urban amenities, with Leek's centre providing restaurants, a library, and a park all within a ten-minute walk.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Bruining en De Reus Makelaars.
Details of this home
George Wilhelmlaan 81, Leek
Data from Centrum Leek en omgeving
Data from Centrum Leek en omgeving
11 within 5 km
22 within 5 km
About George Wilhelmlaan 81, Leek
The asking price of €275,000 is below the neighbourhood average of €350,000 and the average sold price of €326,824. With only two other homes for sale in the area, it appears priced. However, the home's energy label C and 1968 construction year are typical for the neighbourhood, where two-thirds of homes were built between 1945 and 1970.
Centrum Leek en omgeving is a moderately urban area with a mix of ages, though a large share of residents are 65 or older (35%). It has a good balance of owner-occupied and rental homes, and most properties are single-family houses. The area feels quiet and residential, with basic amenities within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 12.7 km away, so you would need a car or bus for rail connections. The area is better suited for driving, with local roads providing access to surrounding towns.
There are several primary schools within a short walk, including obs De Nijenoert (357 m) and Samenlevingsschool De Stapsteen (478 m). For secondary education, rsg de Borgen has two locations within 1 km. The area has 22 schools within 5 km, offering plenty of choice.
The home has an energy label C, which is average for a house of this age. You can expect reasonable energy costs, but improvements like better insulation or solar panels could improve efficiency. The neighbourhood has no homes built after 2010, so older labels are common.
The neighbourhood recorded 167 total crimes, which is moderate for a town of this size. The area feels safe, with a mix of families and older residents contributing to a quiet atmosphere.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Centrum Leek en omgeving
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