Schandelen, Heerlen
This apartment on Gringelstraat in Heerlen sits in a neighbourhood that feels lived-in and unpretentious. With an energy label G, heating costs are something to budget for. The asking price of €199,000 is 24% below the neighbourhood average of €261,346, which makes it a keen entry point compared to other apartments in Heerlen.
Schandelen is a mixed urban area with a high address density of 2,999 addresses per km². The population is diverse, with many single-person households and a significant share of residents aged 45 and over. One resident describes it as "a neighbourhood with many different types of people," noting that while it's generally quiet, there are occasional issues with nuisance and hygiene. The same resident appreciates the easy access to shops and transport but finds the greenery disappointing. Based on this single review, the neighbourhood gets a 5.75 out of 10. For more context, see the Schandelen neighbourhood.
Daily errands are straightforward: Albert Heijn is just around the corner, Jumbo is a couple of streets away, and Jan Linders is a ten-minute walk. For schools, SO De Pyler (special secondary education) is a five-minute walk, and several secondary schools like Emmacollege are within a ten-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk away, and a park or public garden is on your doorstep. The area falls under the municipality of Heerlen.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including AB & P Vaassen, Funda, Huispedia, and Pararius.
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About Gringelstraat 19A, Heerlen
The asking price of €199,000 is 24% below the average asking price in Schandelen (€261,346) and also below the median of €259,000. However, the apartment is smaller than the neighbourhood average (80 m² vs 128 m²) and has an energy label G, which means higher energy costs. Given these factors, the price is in line with the market for a property of this size and efficiency.
The energy label is G, the lowest rating. This means the home is not energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively high heating and electricity bills. In the neighbourhood, 58.3% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is not unusual for the area, but it's worth factoring into your budget.
One resident mentions that there is occasional nuisance from homeless people or loitering youths, and some older residents don't feel safe going out alone. The same resident, however, feels safe because they grew up in Heerlen. The total number of crimes recorded in the neighbourhood is 86, but without a per-capita figure, it's hard to compare. Overall, it's described as reasonably quiet apart from a few incidents.
The train station is 1 km away, about a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood is well-connected for a city like Heerlen.
Yes, Albert Heijn is 323 metres away (just around the corner), Jumbo is 458 metres (a couple of streets away), and Jan Linders is 818 metres (a ten-minute walk). So daily grocery shopping is very convenient.
Several schools are within walking distance: SO De Pyler (special secondary education) at 354 metres, Katholieke School voor Pro at 546 metres, and Emmacollege for havo/mavo/vbo at 550 metres. There are also primary schools within 0.9 km, though specific names are not listed.
At 80 m², this apartment is 38% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 128 m². The average price per m² in Schandelen is €2,331, so this apartment's price per m² works out to about €2,488, which is slightly above average but still reasonable given the lower total price.
Schandelen has an urbanity level of 1 (very strong urban), with an address density of 2,999 per km². This means it's a densely built-up area with all amenities close by, typical of a city neighbourhood.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
I notice that in our area there is quite often nuisance from homeless people or loitering youths. I hear from the older residents in the neighbourhood that they don't like to go out alone because they don't feel very safe. I don't experience this myself, but I grew up in Heerlen and I can definitely stand my ground. Overall, it's reasonably quiet in the neighbourhood. Apart from a few incidents. I think it's a pleasant neighbourhood because it's easily accessible to the supermarket, the centre, the station, etc. I must admit, though, that when it's dark I also prefer not to walk alone. The hygiene in the neighbourhood could, in my opinion, be much better. The bins are often overflowing and smell very bad, and as a result you see rats and such more often. And as for greenery, I find it quite disappointing here. Many trees have been removed, etc. There used to be much more green and nature.
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| Sale price | €261,346 | €259,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €2,331 | – |
How residents experience their district
I notice that in our area there is quite often nuisance from homeless people or loitering youths. I hear from the older residents in the neighbourhood that they don't like to go out alone because they don't feel very safe. I don't experience this myself, but I grew up in Heerlen and I can definitely stand my ground. Overall, it's reasonably quiet in the neighbourhood. Apart from a few incidents. I think it's a pleasant neighbourhood because it's easily accessible to the supermarket, the centre, the station, etc. I must admit, though, that when it's dark I also prefer not to walk alone. The hygiene in the neighbourhood could, in my opinion, be much better. The bins are often overflowing and smell very bad, and as a result you see rats and such more often. And as for greenery, I find it quite disappointing here. Many trees have been removed, etc. There used to be much more green and nature.
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| Sale price | €245,577 | €229,808 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €2,218 | – |
| Rent price | €813 p/m | €720 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €17 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
In the neighbourhood there are many cultured people, very cosy! The only downside is that there are also antisocial people living here.. and they don't give a damn about anything or anyone.. there is little parking space right in front of my door, which is really not pleasant, the neighbourhood itself is quite close-knit and everyone enjoys chatting with each other during New Year's or a summer day. There is hardly any greenery here and there, some bushes here and there but that's about it.. luckily they are busy renovating and greening the part where we live, so that's something I consider a plus point for the neighbourhood. Unfortunately, it's often the case that houses have overdue maintenance due to landlords or people who simply don't care about what their house looks like.
Auto-translated to English by AIWell, the paving stones could be laid properly and the gardens maintained, and those pesky oak trees could be removed and replaced with nice shrubs.
Auto-translated to English by AIThey meddle in arguments that are none of their business
Auto-translated to English by AIVery nice neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIBad unfriendly not safe
Auto-translated to English by AIIf you like nature and peace and quiet, you're in the right place here. The neighbourhood is super clean and spacious with lots of trees and parks. You can easily walk into the countryside. Ideal for the dog or an evening stroll!
Auto-translated to English by AIVery occasionally people greet you, but that's it
Auto-translated to English by AIToo many steps at our front door. Otherwise it might be fine.
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| Sale price | €297,980 | €274,610 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €2,547 | – |
| Rent price | €1,059 p/m | €1,009 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €13 p/m | – |
Gringelstraat 19A, Heerlen
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