Oranjewijk, Leeuwarden
NeighbourhoodThis 1900s terraced house on Gysbert Japicxstraat sits in a lively part of Leeuwarden, with the city centre just a short walk away. At €275,000, the asking price is 26% below the neighbourhood average of €372,542, making it a notably keen entry point for a home of this type. For context, terraced houses in Leeuwarden typically command higher prices.
Oranjewijk is a densely built area with a very strong urban character (4,213 addresses per km²). It's home to a mix of ages, with a notable share of young adults (31% aged 15-25) and many single-person households. One resident describes it as "Quiet" and adds: "Very good. Rubbish could be better. Furthermore, you are close to the city and shops. Bus stop is also nearby. Station is at most 15 minutes away." That single review gives a flavour of the neighbourhood Oranjewijk, though it's based on just one opinion.
For groceries, you have Albert Heijn just around the corner, with Ekoplaza and SPAR also within a couple of streets away. Schools are close too: CSG Comenius secondary school is a couple of streets away, and IKC de Kinderkoepel primary school is a five-minute walk. The municipality Leeuwarden provides all the usual city amenities within easy reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Hellema Makelaars.
Details of this home
Gysbert Japicxstraat 24, Leeuwarden
Satisfactory · 1 resident
Very good. Rubbish could be better. Furthermore, you are close to the city and shops. Bus stop is also nearby. Station is at most 15 minutes away.
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About Gysbert Japicxstraat 24, Leeuwarden
The asking price of €275,000 is 26% below the average asking price in Oranjewijk (€372,542) and also below the median of €360,500. Given the 114 m² floor area and energy label C, the price per m² works out at about €2,412, which is lower than the neighbourhood average of €2,933 per m². So it's priced keenly compared to other homes currently on the market in the area.
Oranjewijk is a very urban area with a high density of addresses. It has a young population, with many students and singles. The one resident review describes it as quiet and convenient for the city centre, shops, and public transport. The train station is about 1.2 km away, so a 15-minute walk. The neighbourhood has a mix of pre-war housing (83% built before 1945) and half are owner-occupied.
The home has energy label C, which is average for a house of this age. In Oranjewijk, 50% of homes have label C, 30% have label A, and 20% have label D or lower. So this home sits in the middle of the pack. You can expect moderate energy costs, but it's worth noting that many older homes in the area have been upgraded.
There are several schools within walking distance. The nearest secondary school is CSG Comenius, Mariënburg, just 196 m away. For primary education, IKC de Kinderkoepel is 379 m away, and IKC Aventurijn is 923 m. There are also other options within a short distance, making it convenient for families with children of different ages.
The train station is 1.2 km from the house, which is about a 15-minute walk. The resident review also mentions the station is at most 15 minutes away. There's also a bus stop nearby, so public transport connections are good.
You have several supermarkets within a few streets: Albert Heijn at 614 m, Ekoplaza at 670 m, SPAR at 701 m, and Poiesz at 711 m. For daily shopping, you're well covered. The city centre with its wider range of shops and restaurants is also within easy reach.
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