Buying a home in Baard, Baard.
Baard is where Leeuwarden's young families and remote workers are quietly landing—mostly mid-range brick homes from the 1970s and 80s, plus newer row houses that don't break the bank. You're 15 minutes by bike from the city center and supermarkets, but the neighborhood itself stays residential and calm. The main draw is affordability without feeling stranded; schools, a few cafés, and the Lits lake nearby give you enough to do without needing to head into town every weekend. Dutch neighbors tend toward practical and reserved here, which suits people who want a home without the buzz.
Start free trialWhat to consider when buying in Baard
Pros:
- Direct NS train connection to Groningen (25 min) and Sneek (15 min) from Baard station, making commuting to larger cities feasible
- Significantly cheaper house prices than central Leeuwarden, with more space for your money
- Quiet, car-dependent village setting with minimal noise pollution
- Close to the Tjonger river and surrounding polders—good for cycling routes
Cons:
- No supermarket, pharmacy, or regular shops in Baard itself; you'll drive or cycle to Leeuwarden or smaller villages
- Limited social infrastructure: no schools, sports facilities, or cultural venues within the village
- Infrequent bus services; train is your main option, but evening/weekend schedules are sparse
- Car ownership is essential; the village is too small and spread out for car-free living
- Flood risk from the Tjonger; some properties sit in or near water-sensitive zones
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 Baard
Baard is a no-fuss village where you'll find modest family homes and farmhouse conversions on generous plots—the kind of place where neighbours actually know each other. You're close enough to Leeuwarden's schools and shops but far enough out that you can breathe. Cycling to the city takes 15 minutes. The real draw here is peace and space without feeling cut off; most people who move to Baard come for the quiet and stay for the community.
Asking prices and sale prices in Baard
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The wider housing market in Baard
In Baard, the real estate market shows notable activity. Last quarter, 424 homes sold, compared to 405 this quarter. The average transaction price rose to 365,000 euros this quarter from 357,000 euros last quarter. The average transaction price per square meter went from 3,155 euros to 3,224 euros. The average list price increased to 353,000 euros this quarter from 347,000 euros last 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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