A quiet apartment in Simpelveld
This rental apartment on Brandstraat sits in a calm part of Simpelveld, a town where life moves at a relaxed pace. With 71 m² of living space, it is noticeably more spacious than the average rental in the neighbourhood, which tends to be around 42 m². The last known rent of €852 per month was on the high side compared with the local average of €530, but the extra space explained much of that. For context, apartments in Simpelveld typically go for less per square metre. This home has not been online since 26 August 2026.
The neighbourhood: Simpelveld
Simpelveld is a village with a strong sense of community, where many residents have lived for years. The population skews older, with a good share of over-65s, and there are plenty of single-person households. It is a quiet, safe area, with low crime figures and a mix of families and older couples. The streets are lined with a mix of houses and flats, and there is a real village feel. The neighbourhood of Simpelveld is the kind of place where neighbours know each other by name.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from here. For groceries, Aldi is just around the corner, and PLUS is a couple of streets away, so you can pop out for bread or milk without much fuss. For families, Basisschool de Meridiaan is on your doorstep, and there are other primary schools within a short drive. The nearest secondary school is further out, about 6.7 km away, which is worth knowing if you have teenagers. A park is a five-minute walk away, and a restaurant is just around the corner for a meal out. The municipality of Simpelveld offers a pleasant, self-contained living environment.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was listed only.
This summary was generated with AI and may contain errors. Always verify the details with the provider.
Features
Details of this home
Transfer
Price
Construction
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 Brandstraat 123, Simpelveld
Was €852 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent was €852 per month, which was higher than the average of €530 for rentals in Simpelveld. However, this apartment is 71 m², while the average rental in the neighbourhood is 42 m², so you are paying for significantly more space. The price per square metre worked out at about €12, which was in line with the local average of €12.62 per m².
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This is an official registration from EP-Online, indicating the home's energy performance. A C label was in the middle of the scale, meaning energy costs were likely to be moderate, though the exact amount depended on your usage and the current energy prices.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is Aldi, about 600 metres away, which is roughly a seven-minute walk. There is also a PLUS supermarket at about 730 metres. For a wider choice, there are more supermarkets within a few kilometres, including an AH XL and a Lidl about 3.5 km away.
What schools are nearby?
Basisschool de Meridiaan is the closest primary school, just 145 metres from the apartment, so it is literally on your doorstep. Other primary schools, such as Basisschool Klavertje Vier and Basisschool Bocholtz, are about 2.5 to 2.8 km away. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 6.7 km away, so a longer commute is needed.
How is the neighbourhood for daily life?
Simpelveld is a quiet, safe village with a strong community feel. There is a park about 500 metres away, a restaurant just 400 metres away, and a GP practice and library both about 700 metres away. The train station is 7.5 km away, so you would need a car or bus for longer trips.
Is this a social housing rental?
Yes, this apartment is marked as social housing. That meant the rent was subject to social housing regulations, and there might be income limits or waiting listed depending on the landlord's allocation rules. The listing did not specify the exact conditions, so it was best to check the details with the provider.
