A quiet spot in Scharn
This apartment sits in Scharn, a residential part of Maastricht's Buitenwijk Oost district, where the streets are lined with post-war housing and the pace of life feels calm. The home is a portiekflat, a classic walk-up apartment building, built in 1965 and now offered for €275,000. According to the agent, the asking price is 38% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €444,586. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Maastricht reflects the wider market, but this particular home is priced keenly.
Inside the apartment
The apartment is on the first living floor and spans one level, with four rooms in total: three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 72 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 80 m², a difference that is simply noted without further explanation. The home has a volume of 239 m³ and comes with a garage box, which is a practical addition. Heating is provided by block heating, and there is a homeowners' association with a fee of €22,200, a figure that likely covers the annual contribution.
Life in Scharn
Scharn is a neighbourhood where residents of the wider district give an average score of 7.26, based on eleven reviews. One resident describes it as a "beautiful neighbourhood," though they mention mixed experiences with "too many outsiders" and a wish for more cameras. Another resident calls it "perfect and nice," noting that shops are easy to reach, "everyone is friendly, almost no crime and very cosy everywhere." A third simply says it is a "nice, quiet neighbourhood." These reviews reflect the district as a whole, not just this specific street. The neighbourhood has around 6,875 inhabitants, and a large share of households are single-person, at 55%.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are straightforward from here. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and the PLUS is just around the corner, with another Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk away. For schools, VMBO Porta Mosana College and VMBO Maastricht are both just around the corner, and Basisschool Scharn is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP, Heer Medisch Centrum, is on your doorstep, and the pharmacy, Service Apotheek Scharn, is a five-minute walk. For public transport, the bus stop at Burgemeester Cortenstraat is on your doorstep, served by line 2, and the stop at Akersteenweg, with line 350, is just around the corner. The nearest train station, Maastricht Randwyck, is a ten-minute walk. These are all part of the municipality of Maastricht, which offers a full range of services.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €248,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 11% above this value, a comparison that is precomputed and stated here without further comment. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 49%, from €167,000 to €248,000. As for the address, there are some area-level indications to note. The noise from road traffic is measured at 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, which is an area-level assessment, not an inspection of this specific home. The soil type is sand, and the property was built before 1970, which is a factor in the risk indication. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is elevated, while the flood risk from rivers is low, both now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050. These are all indications at the area level, based on public data, and do not constitute an inspection of this particular property.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via KH-Solutions Makelaars.
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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 Adelbert van Scharnlaan E 37, Maastricht
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €275,000 is 38% below the average asking price in Scharn, which is €444,586. This comparison is based on the neighbourhood housing market data, which includes 35 homes currently for sale. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €3,798, while this home is listed at €3,819 per square metre, based on the agent's floor area of 72 m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. It is located on the first living floor and spans a single level. The living area is 72 m² according to the agent, though the BAG registration records 80 m². The home also includes a garage box, which is a separate storage space. Heating is provided by block heating, and there is a homeowners' association with a fee of €22,200.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value is €248,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 11% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 49%, from €167,000 in 2020 to €248,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation, which is not the same as the current market value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to area-level data, the noise from road traffic is measured at 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 18 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 38 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures are based on public data from the Atlas Leefomgeving and are indications at the area level, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication is medium, based on area-level data. This is because the property was built before 1970, in 1965, and the entire postcode area is within a KCAF attention area, with 100% of buildings constructed before 1970. The soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood and heat risks for this address?
The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is elevated, while the flood risk from rivers is low, both now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications based on the Klimaateffectatlas, and they do not reflect an inspection of this particular property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, at 231 metres, which is on your doorstep. The PLUS is at 380 metres, just around the corner. Another Albert Heijn is at 1,019 metres, a ten-minute walk away. There are also a Jumbo at 1,083 metres and a Lidl at 1,287 metres, all within a short distance.
What schools are close to this apartment?
There are several schools within a short walk. VMBO Porta Mosana College is at 255 metres, and VMBO Maastricht is at 260 metres, both just around the corner. Basisschool Scharn is at 364 metres, a couple of streets away. There is also a special education school, Adelante Onderwijs Tyltylschool De Maasgouw, at 458 metres.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Maastricht, Burgemeester Cortenstraat, at 141 metres, served by line 2. The stop at Akersteenweg, with line 350, is at 227 metres. Another stop, Maastricht, Scharn Kerk, is at 243 metres, with lines 2 and 4. The nearest train station is Maastricht Randwyck, at 1,097 metres, which is a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about the district?
Residents of the district, which includes Scharn, give an average score of 7.26, based on eleven reviews. One resident says it is a "beautiful neighbourhood" but mentions mixed experiences with "too many outsiders" and a wish for more cameras. Another calls it "perfect and nice," noting that shops are easy to reach, "everyone is friendly, almost no crime and very cosy everywhere." A third simply says it is a "nice, quiet neighbourhood."
