Klompstraat 12
Heerlen-Centrum, Heerlen
AreaA social rental apartment in Heerlen-Centrum
This apartment on Klompstraat sits in the heart of Heerlen, a neighbourhood with a lively, urban character. At €948 per month, the rent sits 18% below the neighbourhood average of €1,153, which makes it a keenly priced option for the area. The home itself dates from 1997 and covers 96 m², with an energy label B. For context on the local market, it is useful to compare with other [apartments in Heerlen].
Heerlen-Centrum
Heerlen-Centrum is a compact, densely populated area with a mix of ages and household types. One resident describes it as "Safe," though they add that "if I were new here, I wouldn't feel so safe" and mention "a lot of crime" and "a lot of poverty." They also note that the city is "trying their best to modernise" and that "accessibility is fine," but they feel the area "remains my crack neighbourhood." Based on this single review, the picture is mixed: there is a sense of ongoing change, but also real concerns about safety and social issues. The neighbourhood has a high share of one-person households, and a large proportion of residents are 65 or older. For more on the area, see [the municipality of Heerlen].
Life on the street
Daily errands are straightforward from here. For groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Jan Linders and Jumbo a couple of streets away. There are also several schools within walking distance, including Emmacollege and the VWO of Bernardinuscollege, both about a ten-minute walk. The train station is also a ten-minute walk, which helps for commuting. The neighbourhood has a strong urban feel, with a high density of addresses and a lively street scene.
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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 Klompstraat 12, Heerlen
Is €948 a fair rent for this apartment?
At €948 per month, this apartment is priced 18% below the neighbourhood average of €1,153. The average rent per m² in Heerlen-Centrum is €13.01, and this home works out at roughly €9.88 per m². Given the floor area of 96 m² and the energy label B, the rent sits on the keen side compared with other rentals in the area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B. This is an official registration, recorded in the national energy label register. A B label indicates a reasonably efficient home, which generally means lower expected energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The label itself does not say anything about the condition of the building or its installations.
How far is the train station from this home?
The train station is 600 metres away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for trips out of Heerlen without needing to drive. The neighbourhood is also well served by local amenities, with a large supermarket 500 metres away and a GP practice 600 metres away.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Heerlen-Centrum is a densely populated urban area with a high proportion of one-person households and a significant share of residents aged 65 and over. One resident review gives a score of 7 out of 10, describing the area as safe in their own experience but noting concerns about crime and poverty. The same review acknowledges efforts to modernise the city, while also pointing out that some issues remain.
What schools are near this apartment?
There are several secondary schools within walking distance. Emmacollege is about 692 metres away, the VWO of Bernardinuscollege is 704 metres, and Techniekcollege Parkstad Limburg is 760 metres. For primary education, the nearest school is about 1.2 km away. A childcare centre is also close by, at 500 metres.
Is this a social housing rental?
Yes, this is listed as social housing. That means the rent is set below the liberalisation threshold, and eligibility typically depends on income criteria set by the housing association. The rent of €948 per month reflects this social housing status, which is below the average for rentals in the neighbourhood.
