A social rental on Mucherveldstraat
This two-room apartment on Mucherveldstraat sits in the heart of Kerkrade, a town where the streets have a calm, lived-in rhythm. At €572 per month, the rent sits well below the neighbourhood average of €1,253, which makes it a keen option for those looking at apartments in Kerkrade. The home dates from 1955 and carries an energy label D, so heating costs will be moderate rather than minimal.
Life in Kerkrade-Centrum
The Kerkrade-Centrum neighbourhood is home to around 4,875 people, with a high share of single-person households and a notable number of residents aged 65 and over. The streets are quiet, and the mix of ages gives the area a steady, neighbourly feel. With a large supermarket and a GP practice both within a short walk, daily errands are straightforward. The train station is about 1.2 km away, which is handy for trips further afield.
Daily routines on the street
For bread and groceries, the PLUS and Aldi are just around the corner, with a Jumbo a couple of streets away. School runs are easy too: Basisschool De Diabolo is on your doorstep, and Het Martin Buber secondary school is just a few minutes' walk. The municipality of Kerkrade keeps the public spaces tidy, and the area feels safe for a morning stroll or an evening walk.
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About Mucherveldstraat 14, Kerkrade
Is €572 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €572 is well below the neighbourhood average of €1,253, and also under the median of €1,159. With an average price per square metre of €14.62 in the area, this home at 67 m² works out to about €8.54 per m², which is significantly lower. Given the social housing status, the rent reflects that designation.
What does the energy label D mean for my bills?
Energy label D is a mid-range label, so you can expect heating costs that are neither very low nor very high. The label is an official registration, but it does not tell you exactly how the home performs in practice. Your actual bills will depend on your usage and the current energy prices.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarkets are the PLUS and Aldi, both about 471 metres away, which is a short walk. A Jumbo is slightly further at 563 metres, and an Albert Heijn is about 926 metres from the home. For daily shopping, you have several options within a comfortable walking distance.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Basisschool De Diabolo is about 215 metres away, making it a very short walk for primary school children. Het Martin Buber secondary school is about 350 metres away. There are also other primary schools within a kilometre, including Basisschool Sint Ursula at 844 metres and Openbare Basisschool de Schatkist at 939 metres.
How is the neighbourhood for daily life?
Kerkrade-Centrum has a large supermarket and a GP practice both within about half a kilometre, so daily errands are easy on foot. The train station is 1.2 km away, which is a reasonable walk or a short cycle. The area has a high proportion of single-person households and older residents, giving it a quiet, settled character.
Is this a social housing rental?
Yes, this apartment is listed as social housing, which explains the rent of €572 per month. Social housing rentals in the Netherlands are subject to income limits and allocation rules, so eligibility will depend on your personal situation. The rent is significantly below the neighbourhood average of €1,253.
