A quiet spot in Schandelen
This apartment on the Gringelstraat sits in Schandelen, a residential area in Heerlen where life moves at a relaxed pace. The home is on the second floor of a gallery flat, set along a quiet road in a residential neighbourhood. With an asking price of €175,000, the price is 42% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €302,778. For context, apartments in Heerlen are listed at various price points, and this one sits on the keen side of the local market.
The home itself
The flat offers three rooms, including two bedrooms, spread over a single floor. The living area is listed at 79 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 111 m². The home has double glazing, according to the agent. It was built in 1960 and carries an energy label G, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs. The property is part of a homeowners' association, with a monthly contribution of €17,300.
Life in Schandelen
Schandelen is a neighbourhood where residents have mixed feelings, according to reviews gathered across the municipality of Heerlen. One resident describes it as a "fijne buurt" with a close community and a quiet atmosphere. Another mentions that while there are many cultured people and a cosy feel, there are also antisocial individuals and limited parking. A third resident complains about paving and gardens, noting that some homes have overdue maintenance. Based on 37 reviews, the average score is 6.85 out of 10. The neighbourhood has around 1,620 residents, with a high share of single-person households at 62%. The Schandelen neighbourhood offers a mix of housing, with 34% owner-occupied homes.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and the Jumbo is a couple of streets away. For healthcare, the Huisartspraktijk Willemstraat is on your doorstep, and the BENU Apotheek Bongerd is just around the corner. Schools are nearby too, with SO De Pyler a couple of streets away and the Emmacollege for Havo Mavo Vbo Lwoo within a five-minute walk. Public transport is well served: the bus stop at Heerlen, Station Heerlen is just around the corner, with lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 40, 43, 44, 52, 55, 321, 322, 601, 603, 606, 611, 643, 655 and 658. The train station in Heerlen is a five-minute walk away. The municipality of Heerlen provides the wider context for these amenities.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €108,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 62% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 40%, from €77,000 in 2020 to €108,000 in 2025. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, given the home was built before 1970 and the area is a KCAF attention zone. The soil type is sand. For climate risks, pluvial flooding is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via René Vaassen Makelaardij B.V. on Vastgoed Nederland.
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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 Gringelstraat 19, Heerlen
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €175,000 is 62% above the WOZ value of €108,000, 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 40%, from €77,000 in 2020 to €108,000 in 2025. This comparison is a fact, and the interpretation is up to you.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms, on a single floor. The agent lists the living area at 79 m², while the BAG registration records 111 m². The home is on the second floor of a gallery flat. It has double glazing, according to the agent. The property is part of a homeowners' association with a monthly contribution of €17,300.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label on the scale. This means you can expect higher energy costs for heating and electricity compared to more efficient homes. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. The home was built in 1960, and the agent notes it has double glazing.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. This is because the home was built before 1970, and 71% of properties in this postcode area were built before that year. The soil type is sand. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to area-level data, the noise from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise norm. Railway noise is 36 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 39 dB Lden, both below the norm. These figures are indications for the address, not measurements inside the home.
What is the risk of flooding and heat stress here?
The pluvial flooding risk is elevated, meaning there is a higher chance of flooding from heavy rain. The flood risk from rivers or the sea is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from public climate data, not a prediction for this specific property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Albert Heijn is just around the corner at 323 metres, and the Jumbo is a couple of streets away at 458 metres. Jan Linders is at 818 metres, and there are two more supermarkets within about a kilometre. This makes daily grocery shopping convenient without needing a car.
What schools are close to this home?
Several schools are within walking distance. SO De Pyler, a secondary special education school, is at 354 metres. The Katholieke School voor Pro is at 546 metres, and the Emmacollege for Havo Mavo Vbo Lwoo is at 550 metres. There are also other secondary schools within about 600 metres.
How is the public transport connection from here?
The bus stop at Heerlen, Station Heerlen is just around the corner at 286 metres, with many bus lines including 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 40, 43, 44, 52, 55, 321, 322, 601, 603, 606, 611, 643, 655 and 658. The train station in Heerlen is at 467 metres, about a five-minute walk.
What do residents say about the neighbourhood?
Residents of the municipality of Heerlen give an average score of 6.85 out of 10, based on 37 reviews. One resident calls it a "fijne buurt" with a close community and quiet atmosphere. Another mentions a mix of cultured people and some antisocial individuals, with limited parking and little greenery. A third complains about paving and gardens.
