Akersteenweg 31A
Scharn, Maastricht
AreaA classic apartment in lively Scharn
This apartment on Akersteenweg sits in the heart of Scharn, a neighbourhood that feels both settled and sociable. The 81 m² floor area is compact but well-proportioned, and the 1920s building gives it a solid, traditional feel. At €350,000, the price is 25% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €464,564, which makes it a keen entry point compared to other apartments in Maastricht.
The Scharn neighbourhood
Scharn is a friendly, low-crime area where residents describe it as 'perfect and nice'. One resident says: 'It's very easy to get to shops from the neighbourhood. Everyone is friendly, almost no crime and very cosy everywhere.' The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with many single-person households and a good number of families. It's a place where people know each other, and the streets feel safe. This is based on one review. The Scharn neighbourhood has a strong urban feel with a high address density.
Life on the street
Daily life here is straightforward. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and a PLUS supermarket is just around the corner. For school runs, there are several secondary schools within a five-minute walk, including VMBO Porta Mosana College and VMBO Maastricht. Primary schools like Basisschool Scharn are a couple of streets away. The area is well served by the municipality of Maastricht, with a GP, library and park all within a ten-minute walk.
Source and availability
At the time of writing the home is listed via Pooters Makelaardij - Pro Housing and also appears on Funda, so it is available through several channels.
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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.
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About Akersteenweg 31A, Maastricht
Is €350,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €350,000 is 25% below the average asking price in Scharn (€464,564) and also below the median of €450,000. The floor area of 81 m² is smaller than the neighbourhood average of 112 m², which partly explains the lower price. Given the location and the building's age, the price is keen compared to other apartments in the area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This is an official registration from EP-Online. Label C is in the middle of the scale, meaning the home is reasonably efficient but not top-tier. In Scharn, about 17% of homes have label C, while 37% have A+ or better. Expect moderate energy costs, but the label alone doesn't tell you about the condition of the insulation or heating system.
How is the neighbourhood for daily shopping?
Very convenient. The nearest Albert Heijn is just 95 metres away, and a PLUS supermarket is 167 metres away, so both are within a couple of minutes' walk. There are also several other supermarkets within a short distance. For daily errands, you won't need a car.
What schools are nearby?
There are several secondary schools within a five-minute walk: VMBO Porta Mosana College (395 m), VMBO Maastricht (428 m), and Bernard Lievegoed College (455 m). Primary schools include Basisschool Scharn (589 m) and Basisschool De Vlinderboom (594 m). All are within easy walking distance.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 1.9 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle ride. This gives you access to regional and intercity services from Maastricht.
What is the urbanity level of Scharn?
Scharn has an urbanity level of 1, which means very strong urbanisation. The address density is 2,656 addresses per km², so the area is densely built up with shops, services and public transport close by.
How many homes are for sale in Scharn?
At the time of writing, there are 29 homes for sale in Scharn, with prices ranging from €225,000 to €875,000. The average asking price is €464,564 and the median is €450,000. This apartment is priced well below both.
