A quiet flat in Geleen-Noord
This apartment on the second floor of a 1960s building sits in Geleen-Noord, a part of Geleen where life moves at a gentle pace. The asking price is €189,000. The home is one of the apartments in Sittard-Geleen currently on the market.
The home itself
The flat has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is listed as 74 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 90 m². The property is in full ownership and has a volume of 236 m³. Built in 1960, it carries an energy label A, which is an efficient label.
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 However, we do think the greenery is really in need of renewal, and the pavements and roads also give a somewhat outdated and neglected impression."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." The neighbourhood has around 4,470 inhabitants, and about 25% of them are 65 or older. For more context, see the Geleen-Noord neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with the Lidl a couple of streets away and a Jumbo within a ten-minute walk. Basisschool de Driesprong is a ten-minute walk, and the nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Dirckx & Bergmans, is on your doorstep. The pharmacy, Apotheek Oud Geleen, is a couple of streets away. Bus stops at Pastoor Vonckenstraat and Dr. Poelslaan, served by lines 30, 32 and 33, are just around the corner, and Geleen-Lutterade station is a couple of streets away. The hospital Zuyderland is a ten-minute walk. This is all within the municipality of Sittard-Geleen.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value was €159,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 19% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 81%, from €88,000 to €159,000. As for the address, the road traffic noise level is 55 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail, air and industry noise are all below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, based on area-level data, and the soil is sand. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, while current flood risk is low and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Lassoo Makelaars & Taxateurs.
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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 163, Geleen
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €189,000. The home is an apartment on the second floor with two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 74 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 90 m². The price per square metre, based on the agent's listing, is €2,554.
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €189,000 is 19% above the WOZ value of €159,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The difference between the asking price and the WOZ value is a fact about this listing, and it is up to you to interpret what it means for the price.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total: two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent lists the living area as 74 m², while the BAG registration records 90 m². The property is in full ownership, so there is no leasehold. The home is on the second floor of the building.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The label is a rating of the home's energy performance, and it does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. The home was built in 1960.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to area-level data. The soil type is sand, and the building dates from 1960. This is an indication based on public data for the area, not an inspection of this specific home. It gives a general sense of the risk, but it does not replace a structural survey.
What is the noise situation around this home?
The road traffic noise level at this address is 55 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Rail noise is 42 dB Lden, air traffic noise is 44 dB Lden, and industry noise is 49 dB Lden, all below their respective standards. These figures come from public data for the address and are area-level indications, not measurements inside the home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at about 588 metres, which is a couple of streets away. A Lidl is at 674 metres, and a Jumbo is at 890 metres, both within a ten-minute walk. There are also other supermarkets within a short distance, so daily groceries are easy to get.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest school is School voor Speciaal Basisonderwijs de Diamant at about 528 metres, followed by Basisschool de Driesprong at 768 metres and OBS de Duizendpoot at 791 metres. For secondary education, DaCapo-College Einighauserweg is at 1,054 metres. These distances mean most schools are within a ten-minute walk or a short cycle.
How is the public transport from this address?
The nearest bus stop is Geleen, Pastoor Vonckenstraat at about 375 metres, served by lines 30, 32 and 33. Another stop, Geleen, Dr. Poelslaan, is at 481 metres with the same lines. The nearest train station is Geleen-Lutterade at 469 metres, so both bus and train options are within a short walk.
What do residents say about living in Geleen-Noord?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.67 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says it is a nice neighbourhood where they feel safe and most people are friendly, though they note the greenery and pavements could use renewal. Another resident appreciates the amenities and green spaces, and a third mentions feeling at ease, with everything nearby, though they note some evening safety concerns around the car park.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
The WOZ value has risen from €88,000 in 2020 to €159,000 in 2025, an increase of 81% over that period. The reference date for the current value is 1 January 2025. This development reflects the municipal valuation over time, which can be useful context when considering the asking price.
