Jacob Backerstraat 31
De Spiker en het industrieterrein Hermes · 8861 HW Harlingen
A home with character on Jacob Backerstraat
This terraced house on Jacob Backerstraat in Harlingen has a lived-in feel from the moment you step inside. Built in 1928, it offers 97 m² of living space on a 79 m² plot. The energy label is C, which is a decent middle-of-the-road rating. At €269,500, the asking price was 44% below the neighbourhood average of €478,496, making it a keen option for buyers looking for an affordable home in this area. For context, terraced houses in Harlingen vary widely in price. This home has not been online since 27 August 2026.
The De Spiker en het industrieterrein Hermes neighbourhood
This neighbourhood has a mixed character, with both residential and industrial areas. Based on two reviews, residents give it a 7.41 out of 10. One resident says: "Fine neighbourhood, except there's a neighbour who hates everyone and every Saturday she gets booze and screams all night long." Another describes it as a "Nice cosy safe neighbourhood. Only little nature and no forest." The area has 1,865 residents, with a high proportion of older people (825 aged 65+). Most homes are single-family (58%), and 44% are owner-occupied. For more on the De Spiker en het industrieterrein Hermes neighbourhood, you can check the local stats.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy here. The nearest primary school, Openbare basisschool 't Wad, is a five-minute walk away, and there are several supermarkets within a ten-minute walk, including Jumbo, Poiesz, and Aldi. The train station is about a fifteen-minute walk, and the town centre with restaurants and a library is also within walking distance. For broader context, the municipality of Harlingen offers a range of amenities.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via Smedes makelaardij.
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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 Jacob Backerstraat 31, Harlingen
Was €269,500 a fair price for this terraced house?
The asking price of €269,500 was 44% below the neighbourhood average of €478,496, but the home was also smaller than average (97 m² vs 158 m²). The price per square metre worked out at about €2,779, which was slightly below the neighbourhood average of €2,951. Given the lower floor area and the energy label C, the price seemed in line with the market.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C, which is an official registration from EP-Online. Label C is a middle-of-the-road rating, meaning the home is reasonably efficient but not top-tier.
How is the neighbourhood for families?
The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with a notable number of older residents (825 aged 65+). There are 200 households with children, and the nearest primary school is a five-minute walk away. Reviews mention it's a safe and cosy area, though one resident noted a noisy neighbour. Overall, it's a quiet residential area with limited green space.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
Within a ten-minute walk you'll find Jumbo (757 m), Poiesz (893 m), Aldi (929 m), SPAR express (987 m), and Albert Heijn (993 m). The nearest primary school, Openbare basisschool 't Wad, is 258 m away, and secondary schools like Maritieme Academie Harlingen (645 m) and Simon Vestdijk regionale scholengemeenschap (882 m) are also close.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.3 km away, which is about a fifteen-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to other towns.
What is the plot size and does it include a garden?
The plot was 79 m², but the listing did not specify whether there was a garden.
