A social rental apartment in the heart of Venlo
This apartment on Mercatorstraat sits in Binnenstad-Noord, a lively part of Venlo where the city centre is just around the corner. With 57 m² of living space and an energy label C, it is a practical home for someone who wants to live centrally without the upkeep of a house. The rent of €698 per month is in line with what social housing in this area typically asks. For a sense of supply, you can compare it with other apartments in Venlo.
Life in Binnenstad-Noord
Binnenstad-Noord is a mixed neighbourhood with a strong urban feel, where more than half of households are single people and a fifth are over 65. The streets are busy with a steady flow of residents, and the proximity to the centre means you are never far from a café or a shop. One resident describes it as a place where you know your neighbours by sight, and the general mood is friendly and unpretentious. The area has a practical, everyday character rather than a polished one. For more context, have a look at the Binnenstad-Noord neighbourhood.
Daily life on Mercatorstraat
Your daily routine here is simple: bread from the Jumbo just a couple of streets away, and the Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk if you fancy a change. For school runs, St Martinus Basisschool is on your doorstep, and Valuascollege for secondary education is just around the corner. The train station is a ten-minute walk, which makes getting out of town easy. The municipality keeps the streets tidy and the public spaces well used. The municipality of Venlo manages the wider area, including the parks and squares nearby.
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About Mercatorstraat 73, Venlo
Is €698 per month a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €698 per month is in line with what social housing in Binnenstad-Noord typically asks. With 57 m² of living space, the price per square metre is reasonable for a central location. The energy label C means you can expect moderate energy costs, which is worth factoring into your monthly budget.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C, which is an official registration from EP-Online. It indicates the home's energy performance is average, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, only about its energy efficiency.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is a Jumbo, about 724 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. There are two more Jumbo stores within a kilometre, and an Albert Heijn and an Aldi about 1.3 kilometres away. For daily groceries, you have several options within easy walking distance.
What schools are nearby?
St Martinus Basisschool is just 278 metres away, and Rudolf Steiner Educare is 460 metres. For secondary education, Valuascollege is 378 metres from the apartment. There are also several other primary schools within 500 metres, so school runs are short and manageable on foot.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.6 kilometres away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it easy to travel to other cities without needing a car. The station is well connected, though specific destinations are not listed here.
What kind of neighbourhood is Binnenstad-Noord?
Binnenstad-Noord is a central, urban neighbourhood with a mix of ages. Over half of households are single people, and a fifth are over 65, giving it a diverse feel. The streets are lively, and the proximity to the centre means you are close to shops, cafés, and public transport.
