A first home in Geleen-Noord
This apartment on the Henri Hermanslaan sits in Geleen-Noord, a neighbourhood where life moves at its own pace. With an asking price of €189,000, it comes in 31% below the average asking price of €273,762 for homes in the neighbourhood. The home is a portiekflat, a classic Dutch porch apartment, built in 1960. For context, the neighbourhood has 21 homes for sale, with an average asking price of €273,762. If you are looking at apartments in Sittard-Geleen, this one stands out for its price.
Inside the apartment
The apartment is on the first living floor and spans two floors, with six rooms including two bedrooms. The living area is listed as 73 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 90 m². The home has a volume of 231 m³ and comes with a central heating boiler. It is offered as full ownership, so there is no leasehold to worry about. The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs.
Life in Geleen-Noord
Geleen-Noord is a neighbourhood with a mix of generations, where about a quarter of residents are 65 or older. Residents give it 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." Another adds: "Lots of amenities and plenty of green spaces." A third resident notes: "I feel safe, as long as I don't have to go out in the evening." The neighbourhood has its quirks, like any place, but the overall feeling is one of contentment. For more on the Geleen-Noord neighbourhood, the reviews paint a picture of a place where people feel at home.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Jumbo and Lidl a couple of streets away. For healthcare, Huisartsenpraktijk Dirckx & Bergmans is on your doorstep, and Apotheek Oud Geleen is a five-minute walk. The nearest primary school, Basisschool de Driesprong, is a five-minute walk, and there are secondary schools within a ten-minute walk. For public transport, the bus stop Geleen, Eindstraat is just around the corner, with lines 30, 32 and 33. The train station Geleen-Lutterade is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within the municipality of Sittard-Geleen, where the wider area offers even more.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €169,000, based on the reference date 2025-01-01. The asking price is 12% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 78%, from €95,000 to €169,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while other sources like rail, air and industry are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, and the soil type is sand. For climate, pluvial flooding and flood risk are both low, with heat stress currently low but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Smeets Vastgoed B.V. and other platforms.
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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 274, Geleen
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €189,000 is 31% below the average asking price of €273,762 for homes in Geleen-Noord. The neighbourhood has 21 homes for sale, with prices ranging from €135,000 to €489,000. This apartment is priced at the lower end of that range, which reflects its smaller size and older construction.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment is a portiekflat on the first living floor, spanning two floors. It has six rooms in total, including two bedrooms. The living area is listed as 73 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 90 m². The home has a volume of 231 m³ and comes with a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value is €169,000, based on the reference date 2025-01-01. The asking price is 12% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 78%, from €95,000 in 2020 to €169,000 in 2025. This reflects the general upward trend in property values in the area.
What are the noise levels like in this area?
The noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Other sources, such as rail, air and industry, are below their respective norms. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil.
What amenities are nearby?
The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Jumbo and Lidl a couple of streets away. Huisartsenpraktijk Dirckx & Bergmans is on your doorstep, and Apotheek Oud Geleen is a five-minute walk. The nearest primary school, Basisschool de Driesprong, is a five-minute walk, and secondary schools are within a ten-minute walk.
How is the public transport in this area?
The bus stop Geleen, Eindstraat is just around the corner, with lines 30, 32 and 33. The train station Geleen-Lutterade is a ten-minute walk. This makes it easy to get around without a car, whether for daily commutes or occasional trips.
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." 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 G, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect higher energy costs compared to homes with better labels. The home was built in 1960, and the label reflects its age. There is no information in the listing about insulation or other energy-saving features.
