A bright apartment in Vaals
This rental apartment on De Lange Akker sits in a quiet part of Vaals, a town known for its rolling hills and the nearby Three-Country Point. With 90 m² of living space, it is a generous home, and the energy label A means it is very efficient to run. The rent of €953 is on the high side compared with the neighbourhood average of €785, but the floor area is nearly three times the local average of 31 m². For context, apartments in Vaals typically go for less per square metre.
The neighbourhood
Vaals is a residential area with a mix of ages, and the figures show a large share of one-person households and a good number of older residents. One resident describes it as "special" and says they have "never had any problems", while another calls it "a nice suburb of Vaals but not the best", praising the charm of the historic Heuvel street. Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores 8.15 out of 10. It is a place where people seem to settle in and enjoy the peace, with the neighbourhood of Vaals offering a calm, friendly atmosphere.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Lidl and Aldi a couple of streets away. There are three primary schools within a short walk, including Openbare Basisschool De Robbedoes and Basisschool de kleine Wereld, both about a ten-minute walk from the apartment. The nearest secondary school is further out, so older children would travel a bit further. The town centre and its amenities are within easy reach, and the wider municipality of Vaals offers plenty of green, hilly countryside to explore.
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About De Lange Akker 162, Vaals
Is €953 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €953 is above the neighbourhood average of €785, but this apartment is also much larger than most rentals in Vaals. With 90 m² of space, it is nearly three times the average floor area of 31 m², so the price per square metre is actually lower than the local average of €29.11. Whether it is fair depends on how much space you need.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label a home can have. This means you can expect relatively low energy costs compared with homes with lower labels. The label is an official registration, so it reflects the home's energy performance as registered.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The Albert Heijn is about 780 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. Lidl and Aldi are also close, at around 900 metres. For a larger selection, there are a couple of PLUS supermarkets further out, but for everyday shopping you have several options within easy walking distance.
What schools are nearby?
There are three primary schools within five kilometres. Openbare Basisschool De Robbedoes is about 610 metres away, Basisschool de kleine Wereld about 720 metres, and Basisschool Op de Top about 3.9 kilometres. The nearest secondary school is about 11.5 kilometres away, so older children would need to travel further.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Vaals is a quiet, residential area with a mix of ages. The data shows a high proportion of one-person households and a significant number of residents over 65. One resident says they have "never had any problems", while another describes it as "a nice suburb of Vaals but not the best", noting the charm of the historic Heuvel street. Overall, it scores 8.15 out of 10 from two reviews.
Is this social housing?
Yes, this apartment is marked as social housing. That means the rent is subject to social housing regulations, and there may be income limits for eligibility. The rent of €953 is within the social housing threshold, but you would need to check the specific requirements with the landlord.
