A terraced house by the park
This terraced house on Hoge Borgh 52 sits along a quiet road, right by the park, in the Rodenburg en omgeving neighbourhood of Leek. Built in 1999, it offers a living area of around 122 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 124 square metres. The asking price of €350,000 is in line with the market, compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €359,296. For context, terraced houses in Westerkwartier are listed at an average of €2,748 per square metre.
Inside the home
The agent describes this as a fully insulated family home with a gas boiler, spread over three floors. It has five rooms in total, including four bedrooms and one bathroom. The garden is a 40 square metre backyard facing east, accessible via the back alley. The property is freehold, so you own the land outright.
Life in Rodenburg en omgeving
Residents of the district give their living environment an average score of 6 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Cosy neighbourhood with shops nearby." Another mentions: "Nice neighbourhood to live in. For children there are many playgrounds, school and childcare within walking distance, and cycling distance from the centre of Leek. Lots of greenery in the neighbourhood and nice contact with the neighbours. There is also an active neighbourhood association that organises many things." A third review is less positive, citing "poor municipal management." The neighbourhood counts around 4,140 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. For more on the area, see the Rodenburg en omgeving neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Wolveschans, is just around the corner, and the BENU Apotheek Leek is a ten-minute walk away. For groceries, Lidl is a ten-minute walk, Albert Heijn is just beyond that, and Jumbo is a bit further. Primary schools obs De Nijenoert and Samenlevingsschool De Stapsteen are both within walking distance, as is secondary school rsg de Borgen, Nijeborg. Bus stops on Kalkoven and B. v Rasquertstraat, served by lines 3, 83 and 85, are a couple of streets away. The nearest train station is Zuidhorn, about 10.5 kilometres off. The wider area is the municipality of Westerkwartier.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €346,000 as of 1 January 2025, which is 1% above the asking price. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 77%, from €195,000 to €346,000. As for the surroundings, the noise level from road traffic is 41 dB Lden and from air traffic 16 dB Lden, both below the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is low, on sandy soil. Climate indications for the area are low for pluvial flooding, current flood risk and heat stress, with a medium indication for heat stress by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Makelaardij Nienoord.
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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 Hoge Borgh 52, Leek
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €350,000 is 1% above the WOZ value of €346,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price is in line with the market, compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €359,296.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, this is a three-storey family home with five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is around 122 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 124 square metres. The property also has a 40 square metre backyard facing east, accessible via the back alley.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means the home is relatively energy-efficient compared to less efficient labels, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent also states that the home is fully insulated, which supports the label. No further details on the insulation are given in the listing.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk of foundation problems is therefore considered low, but this does not replace a structural survey.
What are the climate risks for this area?
The climate indications for this address are low for pluvial flooding, current flood risk and heat stress. By 2050, the heat stress indication is medium. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a prediction for this specific property. They give a general sense of how the area may be affected by climate change.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Lidl, about a ten-minute walk away. Albert Heijn is slightly further, and Jumbo is about 1.4 kilometres from the home. In total, there are 11 supermarkets within five kilometres, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What schools are within walking distance?
Two primary schools are within walking distance: obs De Nijenoert at about 515 metres and Samenlevingsschool De Stapsteen at about 574 metres. For secondary education, rsg de Borgen, Nijeborg is about 833 metres away, and rsg de Borgen, Lindenborg is about 987 metres away. All are within a ten-minute walk or so.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Leek, Kalkoven, about 597 metres away, served by lines 3, 83 and 85. Other stops on Nijenoertweg and B. v Rasquertstraat are also nearby, with additional lines 417 and 589. The nearest train station is Zuidhorn, about 10.5 kilometres from the home.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the district give an average score of 6 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident praises the "cosy neighbourhood with shops nearby," while another highlights the playgrounds, schools and greenery, plus an active neighbourhood association. A third review is critical of municipal management. These reviews reflect the wider district, not just this specific neighbourhood.
Is the home fully owned or is there a leasehold?
The property is freehold, meaning you own the land and the building outright. There is no ground lease or monthly leasehold fee to worry about. This is stated in the listing as 'volle eigendom', which translates to full ownership.
