Heerlen-Centrum, Heerlen
NeighbourhoodThis 86 m² apartment on Mariabad sits in the heart of Heerlen, a neighbourhood that feels urban and lively. With an energy label E, heating costs are something to keep an eye on, especially since most other homes for sale in the area have a better label. At €265,000, the price is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €254,000, so it's on the high side compared to other apartments in Heerlen.
Heerlen-Centrum is densely built-up, with a very high address density of 2,957 per km². The population is diverse: many single-person households (1,570 out of 2,125), and a large share of residents aged 65 or over (875). One resident describes it as a safe neighbourhood if you know your way around, but notes that crime and poverty are visible. They say: "There is a lot of crime, from young to old, and if you pay close attention, you can see a lot of it." At the same time, they appreciate efforts to modernise the city. The municipality Heerlen is working on renewal, but the resident adds: "It remains my crack neighbourhood." This is based on one review.
For groceries, Jan Linders is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. Two other supermarkets, Aldi and Jumbo, are within a ten-minute walk. Primary school Basisschool Sint Tarcisius is a couple of streets away, and secondary schools like Bernardinuscollege are within walking distance. The train station is a ten-minute walk, making it easy to get out of town.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via several channels, including Consten Vastgoed B.V.
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The asking price of €265,000 is slightly above the average sale price in Heerlen-Centrum (€254,054) and above the median (€249,500). Apartments in this neighbourhood sell for an average of €2,968 per m², so at €3,081 per m² this one is a bit more expensive. However, the market has seen 111 sales recently, with an average selling time of 75 days, suggesting a balanced market.
Energy label E indicates that the home is not very energy-efficient. You can expect higher heating and electricity costs compared to a home with label A or B. In Heerlen-Centrum, about 36% of homes have label A or better, so this apartment is below average in efficiency. It's worth considering potential improvements like insulation or double glazing.
One resident rates the neighbourhood a 7 out of 10 for safety, saying it feels safe if you know where to go. They mention crime and poverty are visible, and they wouldn't recommend walking alone in the dark. The total number of crimes reported in the area is 773, which is relatively high. It's a mixed picture: the city is modernising, but some issues remain.
The nearest train station is 0.9 km away, about a ten-minute walk. The high address density (2,957 per km²) suggests good public transport connections in this urban area.
Yes, a park or public garden is 0.4 km away, just a couple of streets from the apartment. This makes it easy to enjoy some green space without going far. The neighbourhood is very urban, so this nearby park is a nice bonus.
Primary school Basisschool Sint Tarcisius is 641 m away, about a five-minute walk. Several secondary schools are within walking distance: Bernardinuscollege (VWO and HAVO) at 351 m and 450 m, and Grotiuscollege at 682 m. This makes it convenient for families with school-aged children.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Personally, I think it's a safe neighbourhood, but that's because I know where I can go and what I'm allowed to do. If I were new here, I wouldn't feel so safe. You can encounter strange people here and experience situations that don't happen just like that outside this area. There is a lot of crime, from young to old, and if you pay close attention, you can see a lot of it. On top of that, there is simply a lot of poverty here. I see more people on benefits than working, and with each year, more and more homeless people. I see that they are trying their best to modernise the city. They are doing quite well at that, but... take the Aurora flats, for example. They've painted them all nice colours now, but that doesn't mean you've removed the ghetto. The same junkies and dealers still live in the flats as before. And I still wouldn't recommend walking alone in the dark. I think Heerlen is becoming more modern every year, but it remains my crack neighbourhood. Accessibility is fine, but we still don't have things like e-scooters or e-steps. Tram or metro. I can understand the tram and metro, but we are really lagging behind when it comes to e-scooters, etc. A few years ago, we only got those bikes you can rent... and then they basically showed that we can't handle that responsibility at all here. We destroy everything here that has any money in it or doesn't belong to us.
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| Sale price | €250,969 | €235,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €2,824 | – |
| Rent price | €1,576 p/m | €1,250 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €15 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Very nice neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIPersonally, I think it's a safe neighbourhood, but that's because I know where I can go and what I'm allowed to do. If I were new here, I wouldn't feel so safe. You can encounter strange people here and experience situations that don't happen just like that outside this area. There is a lot of crime, from young to old, and if you pay close attention, you can see a lot of it. On top of that, there is simply a lot of poverty here. I see more people on benefits than working, and with each year, more and more homeless people. I see that they are trying their best to modernise the city. They are doing quite well at that, but... take the Aurora flats, for example. They've painted them all nice colours now, but that doesn't mean you've removed the ghetto. The same junkies and dealers still live in the flats as before. And I still wouldn't recommend walking alone in the dark. I think Heerlen is becoming more modern every year, but it remains my crack neighbourhood. Accessibility is fine, but we still don't have things like e-scooters or e-steps. Tram or metro. I can understand the tram and metro, but we are really lagging behind when it comes to e-scooters, etc. A few years ago, we only got those bikes you can rent... and then they basically showed that we can't handle that responsibility at all here. We destroy everything here that has any money in it or doesn't belong to us.
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| Sale price | €300,776 | €292,560 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €2,587 | – |
| Rent price | €1,118 p/m | €987 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €12 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Fijne buurt,gemeenschap,rustig
Auto-translated to English by AIIn the neighbourhood there are many cultured people, very cosy! The only downside is that there are also antisocial people living here.. and they don't give a damn about anything or anyone.. there is little parking space right in front of my door, which is really not pleasant, the neighbourhood itself is quite close-knit and everyone enjoys chatting with each other during New Year's or a summer day. There is hardly any greenery here and there, some bushes here and there but that's about it.. luckily they are busy renovating and greening the part where we live, so that's something I consider a plus point for the neighbourhood. Unfortunately, it's often the case that houses have overdue maintenance due to landlords or people who simply don't care about what their house looks like.
Auto-translated to English by AIWell, the paving stones could be laid properly and the gardens maintained, and those pesky oak trees could be removed and replaced with nice shrubs.
Auto-translated to English by AIThey meddle in arguments that are none of their business
Auto-translated to English by AIVery nice neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIBad unfriendly not safe
Auto-translated to English by AIIf you like nature and peace and quiet, you're in the right place here. The neighbourhood is super clean and spacious with lots of trees and parks. You can easily walk into the countryside. Ideal for the dog or an evening stroll!
Auto-translated to English by AIVery occasionally people greet you, but that's it
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €302,966 | €274,052 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €2,528 | – |
| Rent price | €1,051 p/m | €1,004 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €13 p/m | – |
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