A terraced house with character in Leeuwarden
This terraced house on Singelstraat 21 sits in the Transvaalwijk, a neighbourhood where life is lived at a relaxed pace. The home dates from 1900 and carries an energy label E, which means you can expect higher energy costs than with more efficient labels. With a price of €199,500, the asking price is keen compared with the neighbourhood average of €452,083. For context, [terraced houses in Leeuwarden] are listed at various price points, and this one sits at the lower end.
Inside the home
The agent describes a home with three rooms, two bedrooms, one bathroom, and two floors, covering a living area of 74 m² according to the agent's listing. The BAG registration, however, records 89 m² of living space. The plot measures 58 m² in both sources. The home has a volume of 247 m³. With two bedrooms, the layout is compact and straightforward.
Life in the Transvaalwijk
The Transvaalwijk is a small neighbourhood with around 985 residents, and many households are single-person, with an average household size of 1.7. Residents of the district, which includes the surrounding area, give it an average score of 7.48 based on six reviews. One resident says: "Everyone keeps to themselves but it's a calm and peaceful neighbourhood." Another, who has lived there for 25 years, notes: "The neighbourhood is fine and the city centre is walkable. Green spaces and a nice large garden." A third resident mentions that the area is child-friendly during the day but less so in the evening, with issues like rubbish bags and loitering youths. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents over 65. For more on [the Transvaalwijk neighbourhood], you can see the broader picture.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, and the SPAR and Ekoplaza are a couple of streets away. For schools, the Stedelijk Gymnasium is a five-minute walk, and IKC Maria Louise is also within walking distance. The GP practice Compas Huisartsenpraktijk and Apotheek Sonnega are both on your doorstep. Bus stops on Dirk Zeperweg and Noorderbrug, served by line 6, are just around the corner, and the Wissesdwinger stop offers lines 6, 10, 62, 72, 73, and 695. Leeuwarden train station is a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Leeuwarden provides these services and more, as you can see on the page for [the municipality of Leeuwarden].
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property, so there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. Similarly, there are no risk indications for noise, foundation, or flooding at this address, so no area-level data is provided here.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Faber 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.
Frequently asked questions
About Singelstraat 21, Leeuwarden
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €199,500 is 56% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €452,083, which is described as keen. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €2,988, while this home is listed at €2,696 per m² based on the agent's floor area. These figures come from the current listings in the Transvaalwijk, where six homes are for sale.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 74 m² by the agent, though the BAG registration records 89 m². The plot is 58 m². The home has a volume of 247 m³. This is a compact layout, suitable for a small household.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is E. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect higher energy costs compared with homes with better labels. The label reflects the official energy performance, but it does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. No insulation details are provided in the listing.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the district, which includes the Transvaalwijk, give an average score of 7.48 based on six reviews. One resident describes it as calm and peaceful, while another who has lived there for 25 years appreciates the walkable city centre and green spaces. A third resident notes that the area is child-friendly during the day but less so in the evening, mentioning issues with rubbish and loitering youths.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The Jumbo supermarket is about 628 metres away, with SPAR and Ekoplaza slightly further. The Stedelijk Gymnasium is 362 metres away, and IKC Maria Louise is 474 metres. The GP practice Compas Huisartsenpraktijk and Apotheek Sonnega are both 171 metres from the home. For public transport, bus stops with line 6 are about 234 metres away, and Leeuwarden train station is 1.1 km away.
Is there a train station nearby?
Yes, Leeuwarden train station is approximately 1.1 km from the home, which is about a ten-minute walk. This gives access to regional rail connections. The nearest bus stops are closer, with line 6 serving Dirk Zeperweg and Noorderbrug, and additional lines available at Wissesdwinger.
What is the average household size in the neighbourhood?
The average household size in the Transvaalwijk is 1.7, and 53% of households are single-person. This suggests a mix of residents, including many who live alone. The neighbourhood has a population of 985, with a notable share of residents aged 65 and over, at 22%.
Are there any risk indications for this address?
No risk indications are provided for this address. There is no data on noise levels, foundation risk, or flooding for this specific location. This means no area-level indications are available to report, so you would need to rely on other sources for such information.
