A first home in Geleen-Noord
This apartment on the first floor of a 1960s portiekflat sits in the Geleen-Noord neighbourhood, a part of Geleen where daily life is close at hand. The asking price of €174,000 is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €281,444. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €2,562, while this home is listed at €2,289 per square metre. If you are looking at apartments in Sittard-Geleen, this one stands out for its price position.
The apartment itself
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 76 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 90 m². There is a balcony, and the home is located on the first living floor of the building. The property was built in 1960 and has energy label F, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs.
Life in Geleen-Noord
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.67, based on four reviews. One resident says: "It's a nice neighbourhood to live in. I feel safe and most people are friendly. However, we do think the greenery is really in need of renewal, and the pavements and roads also give a somewhat outdated and neglected impression." Another resident notes: "Lots of amenities and plenty of green spaces. Also around the area." A third resident, who lives in a care flat, adds: "I feel safe, as long as I don't have to go out in the evening. You have everything nearby: supermarkets, drugstores, GP, dentist. Only the pharmacy is a bit further away." The neighbourhood has around 4,470 inhabitants, and about 46% of households are single-person households. For more detail, see the Geleen-Noord neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Dirckx & Bergmans is just around the corner, and the pharmacy Apotheek Oud Geleen is a couple of streets away. For groceries, Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk, with Lidl and Jumbo also within walking distance. Schools nearby include Basisschool de Driesprong and OBS de Duizendpoot, both a ten-minute walk or less. The nearest bus stop, Geleen, Pastoor Vonckenstraat, is just around the corner and serves lines 30, 32 and 33. The train station Geleen-Lutterade is a ten-minute walk. This is all within the municipality of Sittard-Geleen.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €149,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 17% above the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 69%, from €88,000 to €149,000. As for the area around the address, the noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway, aircraft and industry noise are all below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, and the soil type is sand. For climate, the indications for pluvial flooding, current flood risk and heat stress are all low, though heat stress is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Mijn Huis en Ik, Funda and Pararius.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Henri Hermanslaan 162, Geleen
How does the asking price compare with other homes in Geleen-Noord?
The asking price of €174,000 is 38% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €281,444. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €2,562, while this home is listed at €2,289 per square metre. The price verdict is therefore 'keen' compared with the neighbourhood average. Note that the average is based on 18 homes currently for sale, so individual properties can vary widely.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. There is a balcony, and the home is on the first living floor of the building. The agent lists the living area as 76 m², while the BAG registration records 90 m². The property is a portiekflat, a type of apartment building common in the Netherlands, built in 1960.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €149,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €174,000 is 17% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 69%, from €88,000 in 2020 to €149,000 in 2025. The WOZ value is set by the municipality and is not the same as the current market value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public data, the noise level from road traffic at this address is 53 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 39 dB Lden, aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, and industry noise is 48 dB Lden, all below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. The soil type is sand, and the building was constructed in 1960, which is before 1970. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. It does not replace a structural survey, but it gives a general picture of the risk in the area.
What are the climate risks for this area?
According to the Klimaateffectatlas, the indications for pluvial flooding (heavy rain), current flood risk and heat stress are all low for this address. By 2050, heat stress is expected to become medium. These are area-level indications, not predictions for this specific home. They give a general sense of how the area may be affected by climate change.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn is about 673 metres away, Lidl is about 784 metres, and Jumbo is about 829 metres. All three are within a ten-minute walk. There are also more supermarkets within a 5 km radius, including another Albert Heijn at about 1.1 km and another Jumbo at about 1.5 km. So you have several options for daily groceries.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Geleen, Pastoor Vonckenstraat, about 317 metres away, serving bus lines 30, 32 and 33. There are also stops at Geleen, Eindstraat (445 m) and Geleen, Dr. Poelslaan (505 m), all on the same lines. The nearest train station is Geleen-Lutterade, about 601 metres away. So you have both bus and train connections within walking distance.
What do residents say about living in Geleen-Noord?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.67, based on four reviews. One resident says: "It's a nice neighbourhood to live in. I feel safe and most people are friendly. However, we do think the greenery is really in need of renewal, and the pavements and roads also give a somewhat outdated and neglected impression." Another notes: "Lots of amenities and plenty of green spaces." A third mentions feeling safe during the day but less so in the evening.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is F, which is the least efficient label on the scale. This means you can expect higher energy costs for heating and electricity compared with more efficient homes. The label is based on the building's characteristics and does not say anything about the condition of the construction. It is a factor to consider when budgeting for monthly costs.
