A home with a story on the edge of Scharn
This apartment on the Adelbert van Scharnlaan sits in Scharn, a lively part of Maastricht's Buitenwijk Oost district. The area has a mix of pre-war and post-war housing, with a good share of homes built between 1945 and 1970. With an asking price of €269,000, this home is priced 39% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €440,622. That puts it on the keen side compared to the local market. For context, the average price per m² in Scharn is €3,829, and this home comes in at €3,685 per m². If you're looking at apartments in Maastricht, this one offers a different price point than many others.
What the agent tells us about the home
Built in 1956, this apartment sits on the second floor of a building with four floors in total. The agent lists a living area of 73 m², which matches the BAG registration. Inside, there are four rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The home has a balcony, and the total volume comes to 268 m³. It's a full ownership (volle eigendom), so there's no leasehold to worry about. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €311. The property is described as being on a busy road within a residential area, which is worth noting if you're sensitive to traffic noise. The energy label is C, which means moderate energy costs compared to the least efficient homes.
Life in Scharn
Scharn is a neighbourhood with about 6,875 residents, and it has a mix of ages, with a noticeable share of people between 25 and 45. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.26 out of 10, based on eleven reviews. One resident says: "It's very easy to get to shops from the neighbourhood. Everyone is friendly, almost no crime and very cosy everywhere." Another resident mentions: "I have beautiful and less beautiful experiences. Too many outsiders are placed, sorry but it doesn't give a safe feeling. The little park is nice and pleasant for walking, but it's also an escape route. Install more cameras." A third simply calls it a "Nice, quiet neighbourhood." These are district-level impressions, so they reflect the broader area rather than this specific street. The housing stock here is a mix, with 55% owner-occupied homes. For more on the area, you can read about the Scharn neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, you have an Albert Heijn just around the corner, and a PLUS a couple of streets away. There's also another Albert Heijn within a ten-minute walk, plus a Jumbo and a Lidl not much further. For school runs, Basisschool Scharn is a couple of streets away, and the Bernard Lievegoed College is also close by. The nearest GP is Heer Medisch Centrum, just around the corner, and the pharmacy is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, the bus stop at Sibemaweg is on your doorstep, with lines 7 and 659. The nearest train station is Maastricht Randwyck, about a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Maastricht offers a range of amenities, and you can find more about the municipality of Maastricht if you want to explore further.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €237,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 14% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 51%, from €157,000 to €237,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway and aircraft noise are below the standards. The foundation risk indication is low, based on the sandy soil and the pre-1970 construction year, but this is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is low, as is the current and 2050 flood risk. Heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050, again as an area-level indication.
About the listing
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Damen Makelaardij | Maastricht and other platforms. The listing has been active since 17 September 2026.
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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 H 5, Maastricht
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €269,000 is 14% above the WOZ value of €237,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 51%, from €157,000 in 2020 to €237,000 in 2025. This gives some context for the price, but the asking price is what the seller is looking for.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment has four rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. It is located on the second floor of a building with four floors. The living area is 73 m², which matches the BAG registration. There is also a balcony, and the total volume of the home is 268 m³. The property is a full ownership, so there is no leasehold.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label for this home is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. It's not the most efficient label, but it's also not the least efficient. The label is based on the building's characteristics, and it doesn't tell you about the condition of the home itself.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. This is based on the sandy soil and the fact that the building was constructed in 1956. However, this is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. It gives a general sense of the risk in the area, but it doesn't replace a professional assessment if you're considering buying.
How noisy is the area around this home?
The road traffic noise at this address is 56 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 25 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 37 dB Lden, both below the standards. This means road traffic is the main noise source to consider. The home is described as being on a busy road, so you may hear traffic during the day.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. The nearest is an Albert Heijn at about 476 metres, which is just around the corner. A PLUS is at 595 metres, and another Albert Heijn is at 777 metres. A Jumbo is at 889 metres and a Lidl at 989 metres. So you have plenty of options for daily groceries without needing a car.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
For primary education, Basisschool Scharn is about 535 metres away, which is a couple of streets from the home. There's also KKC De Loper at 556 metres. For secondary education, the Bernard Lievegoed College is at 403 metres, and VMBO Maastricht is at 531 metres. So there are several schools within a short walk, which is convenient for families.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Maastricht, Sibemaweg, at about 195 metres, which is on your doorstep. It serves bus lines 7 and 659. Another stop, Maastricht, Akersteenweg, is at 308 metres with line 350. The stop at Scharn Kerk is at 335 metres with lines 2 and 4. The nearest train station is Maastricht Randwyck, at about 949 metres, which is a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.26 out of 10, based on eleven reviews. One resident says it's easy to get to shops, everyone is friendly, and there's almost no crime. Another mentions a mix of experiences, with some concerns about safety and a suggestion for more cameras. A third simply calls it a nice, quiet neighbourhood. These are district-level impressions, so they reflect the broader area.
How does the price per m² compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price per m² for this home is €3,685, based on the agent's listed living area of 73 m². The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €3,829. So this home is priced slightly below the neighbourhood average per m². The average asking price for homes in Scharn is €440,622, and the median is €425,000, so this home is below both.
