Buying a home in Buitengebied Hilaard, Hilaard.
Hilaard is quiet farmland just outside Leeuwarden, where you'll find spacious rural homes on generous plots. Your neighbors are farmers and families who've chosen the countryside for genuine peace. You're close enough to Leeuwarden's amenities but far enough from the noise—a 10-minute drive gets you to schools, shops, and the city center. This is where locals escape to when they want land, space, and room to breathe.
Start free trialWhat to consider when buying in Buitengebied Hilaard
Pros:
- Rural setting with genuine farmland views and open countryside within a 10-minute drive of Leeuwarden centre
- Significantly cheaper property prices than urban Leeuwarden; detached houses with land are the norm here
- Quiet, low-traffic roads ideal if you want space between neighbours and minimal noise pollution
- Direct access to cycling routes through the Frisian countryside towards Menameradeel
Cons:
- No local shops, cafés, or services; you depend entirely on a car or long bike rides to Leeuwarden for groceries and errands
- Sparse public transport; the nearest bus stop requires a walk and services are infrequent
- Social isolation if you don't drive; no spontaneous foot traffic or neighbourhood life
- Maintenance burden: rural properties often come with land that demands upkeep (drainage, hedges, access roads)
Living environment
Fewer registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Leeuwarden
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 14.52
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 57
- Residential burglary
- 3
- Theft
- 6
- Violence and threats
- 4
- Vandalism and public order
- 3
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 Hilaard
Hilaard sits on the quiet edge of Leeuwarden, where you're still close enough to the city for work and culture but far enough to breathe. Most homes here are modern suburban builds or renovated farmhouses, and the neighbourhood draws families who want space without isolation. The Drait-Tille lake is practically on your doorstep for sailing and swimming, and the cycle paths connect you straight into town when you need them. You'll find a straightforward, practical community here—not flashy, just solid.
Asking prices and sale prices in Hilaard
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The wider housing market in Hilaard
In Hilaard, the real estate market shows notable activity. Last quarter, 424 homes sold, compared to 405 this quarter. The average transaction price went from 357,000 euros last quarter to 365,000 euros this quarter. The average transaction price per square meter rose from 3,155 euros to 3,224 euros. The average list price increased from 347,000 euros last quarter to 353,000 euros this quarter. Additionally, the average WOZ-value this year is higher than last year, reflecting a positive trend in property valuations.
Updated: April 2026
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