Benedenstad, Nijmegen
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on the Lage Markt sits right in the heart of Nijmegen's lively Benedenstad. With 75 m² of living space, it's a compact home that feels cosy rather than cramped. The price of €450,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood median of €375,000, but it reflects the central location and energy label B. For context, apartments in Nijmegen vary widely in price and size.
Benedenstad is the historic lower town, packed with restaurants, bars and shops. It's a very urban area with over 3,200 addresses per km², so you're never far from the action. The population is diverse: lots of singles (1,235 one-person households) and a mix of ages, from students to pensioners. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the vibe is unmistakably city-centre. The neighbourhood Benedenstad is one of Nijmegen's most characterful quarters.
Your daily bread comes from SPAR, just around the corner. For a bigger shop, PLUS is a five-minute walk away. Families with kids have Basisschool Petrus Canisius on your doorstep, while secondary pupils can walk to Stedelijk Gymnasium Nijmegen in about seven minutes. The municipality Nijmegen keeps the city centre well-maintained and lively.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Het Makelaarshuys Arnhem and Het Makelaarshuys, so it's available through several channels.
Details of this home
Lage Markt 21, Nijmegen
Data from Benedenstad
Data from Benedenstad
32 within 5 km
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About Lage Markt 21, Nijmegen
The asking price of €450,000 is above the neighbourhood median of €375,000, but the average sold price in Benedenstad is €531,833, so it's not out of line. The apartment is 75 m², which is smaller than the local average of 105 m², so the price per m² is higher. Whether it's fair depends on how much you value the central Lage Markt location and energy label B.
The energy label is B, which is efficient. In Benedenstad, 55.6% of homes have label B, so this apartment is in line with the neighbourhood. Label B means relatively low energy costs compared to older homes, though exact bills depend on usage.
Nijmegen train station is 1.2 km away, about a 15-minute walk. That's convenient for commuting to Arnhem, Den Bosch or beyond.
Basisschool Petrus Canisius is just 180 m away, ideal for young children. For secondary education, Stedelijk Gymnasium Nijmegen is 526 m and Karel de Grote College is 957 m. There are also several other schools within a short walk.
There are 19 apartments for sale in Benedenstad, with prices ranging from €300,000 to €1,795,000. The average price per m² is €5,340, so this apartment at €6,000 per m² is above average, reflecting its location.
Benedenstad recorded 360 total crimes in the latest data, which is relatively high for a city centre. However, the area is busy with people and well-lit, so it feels lively rather than unsafe. Always check recent trends.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Benedenstad