Buying a home in Het meer, Heerenveen.
Het Meer is where Heerenveen's water-lovers actually live. You'll find modern family homes and apartments clustered around the lake itself, with quiet streets and direct water access—many properties have gardens that practically touch the shoreline. The vibe is genuinely peaceful: residents here are outdoor people who swim, sail, or just sit with coffee watching the water. The town centre and all its shops are a short cycle away, but the real draw is that you've got nature on your doorstep without feeling remote.
Start free trialWhat to consider when buying in Het meer
Pros:
- Quiet residential area on the edge of town, with direct access to the Heerenveen lake for water sports and recreation
- Close to primary schools (Montessorischool, OBS De Morgenster) within walking distance
- Easy car access to the A7 motorway via the eastern approach roads
- Mixed housing stock including affordable older bungalows and newer detached homes
Cons:
- Limited walkable services; the nearest supermarket requires a short drive or bike ride
- Infrequent bus connections; no direct train station in the neighborhood (Heerenveen station is 2km away)
- Isolated from Heerenveen's town center and evening economy
- Prone to flooding during heavy rainfall due to low-lying terrain near the lake
Living environment
More registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Heerenveen
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 46.12
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 1,433
- Residential burglary
- 57
- Theft
- 268
- Violence and threats
- 148
- Vandalism and public order
- 127
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through August 2026
Finding a home in Heerenveen
Choose homes that match what you need. When comparing listings, check the living area, layout and condition, and look at recent sales of similar homes for context.
Asking prices and sale prices in Heerenveen
Check the asking price against recent sales of similar homes in Heerenveen, considering features such as type, size and condition. The area’s median is a broad reference, not the value of the specific home you’re considering.
The wider housing market in Heerenveen
Buying a home in Heerenveen? The median sale price in the previous full quarter was around € 371,000. As you compare homes, check characteristics such as living area and condition against similar properties.
Updated: September 2026
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