Akerstraat 47A
Spekholzerheide, Kerkrade
AreaA flat with history on Akerstraat
This rental apartment on Akerstraat sits in Spekholzerheide, a part of Kerkrade with a distinct character. Built in 1919, the home carries a century of neighbourhood life within its walls. At €985 per month for 69 m², the price is in line with the market, especially when you consider the [apartments in Kerkrade]( /huurwoningen/kerkrade/appartementen/ ) currently available.
Life in Spekholzerheide
Spekholzerheide is a neighbourhood where nearly half of all households are single-person, and a third of residents are 65 or older. It is a quiet, settled area with a mix of ages, though families with children make up about a fifth of households. The [Spekholzerheide neighbourhood]( /buurt/spekholzerheide-kerkrade/ ) has a strong local feel, with a community that has grown around the old mining history of the region.
Daily routines on the street
The Jumbo supermarket is on your doorstep, just 71 metres away, making a quick bread run effortless. An Aldi is just around the corner, and a Lidl is a ten-minute walk. For school runs, Basisschool de Spoorzoeker is a couple of streets away, while SBO Arcadia and ZMLK School St Jan Baptist are also within a short walk. The [municipality of Kerkrade]( /gemeente/kerkrade/ ) provides the wider amenities, with a park just a few minutes away.
Listing source
At the time of writing, this home is listed only via Rotsvast Maastricht.
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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 Akerstraat 47A, Kerkrade
Is €985 per month a fair price for this apartment?
At €985 for 69 m², this apartment sits below the neighbourhood average rent of €1,220, though the average property is larger at 121 m². The price per square metre works out to about €14.27, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €13.22 per m². Given the size difference, the price is in line with what the local market suggests.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E. This is an official registration from EP-Online, indicating the home's energy performance as registered. Label E is on the lower end of the scale, so you can expect moderate energy costs compared to more efficient homes. The label itself does not say anything about the condition of the building.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
The Jumbo is just 71 metres away, essentially on your doorstep. An Aldi is 100 metres away, and a Lidl is about 975 metres. For a larger shop, an AH XL is 1.3 kilometres away and a PLUS is 1.7 kilometres. Daily groceries are very convenient from this location.
What schools are nearby?
Basisschool de Spoorzoeker is 367 metres away, a short walk for primary school children. SBO Arcadia, a special primary school, is 366 metres away, and ZMLK School St Jan Baptist for secondary special education is 360 metres. Basisschool De Doorkijk is about 1.1 kilometres away, and Basisschool De Schakel is 1.2 kilometres.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 3.6 kilometres from the apartment. This is a manageable distance for occasional trips, though you would likely rely on other transport for daily commuting. The station provides a connection to the wider rail network from Kerkrade.
What kind of neighbourhood is Spekholzerheide?
Spekholzerheide has about 3,280 residents, with a notable share of single-person households at 47%. A third of residents are 65 or older, giving the neighbourhood a settled character. Families with children make up 21% of households. The area has a moderate urban density, with a park just 400 metres away for outdoor time.
