A calm start in Pronsebroek
Pappersjans 5 is a first-floor apartment in Pronsebroek, a quiet residential pocket of Heerlen where the streets are lined with homes from the late seventies. The asking price of €152,000 is keen, sitting 61% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €389,857, and it is the cheapest of the seven homes currently for sale in this part of town. For context, the average asking price per square metre here is €3,723, while this apartment comes in at €2,492 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. If you are weighing up options, it is worth comparing with other [apartments in Heerlen].
The apartment itself
This two-room apartment spans two floors and includes one bedroom and one bathroom. It is located on the third living floor of the building, with a total volume of 223 cubic metres. The agent lists the living area at 61 square metres, while the BAG registration records 79 square metres. According to the agent, the home has HR+ glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is offered in full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €205.
Life in Pronsebroek
Pronsebroek is a small neighbourhood with about 575 residents, and a third of them are aged 65 or over. Residents across the municipality of Heerlen give their living environment an average score of 6.85, based on 37 reviews. One resident describes it as a "fijne buurt" with a close community and a quiet atmosphere. Another mentions that the neighbourhood is close-knit and that people enjoy chatting during New Year's or on a summer day, though they note there is little greenery and some overdue maintenance on certain homes. These are municipal-level impressions, so they reflect the wider area rather than this street specifically. For more on the local area, see [the Pronsebroek neighbourhood].
Daily essentials and getting around
Groceries are a couple of streets away, with Aldi, PLUS, and Jan Linders. For primary education, RK BS De Ganzerik is a five-minute walk, and basisschool Mijn Spoor is just beyond that. The nearest GP, Huisartsenzorg Heerlerheide, is around the corner, and the BENU Apotheek Ghen Heij pharmacy is close by. Bus line 40 stops at Heerlen, Bokstraat on your doorstep, and the nearest train station, Heerlen Woonboulevard, is about 2.2 kilometres away. The municipality of Heerlen is the wider setting for all of this, and you can read more about [the municipality of Heerlen].
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this property was set at €164,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 7% below that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 76%, from €93,000 to €164,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 64 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while aircraft and industrial noise stay below their respective norms. The foundation risk indication is low, though the area is noted as a KCAF attention zone because 82% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. The soil type is sand. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Damen Makelaardij and listings on Funda and Huispedia.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Pappersjans 5, Heerlen
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €152,000 is 7% below the WOZ value of €164,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 76%, from €93,000 to €164,000. This means the asking price is below the most recent municipal valuation.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is a two-room apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over two floors. It is located on the third living floor of the building. The agent lists the living area at 61 square metres, while the BAG registration records 79 square metres. The total volume is 223 cubic metres. The home has HR+ glazing and a central heating boiler.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €205. This is stated in the listing. The apartment is offered in full ownership, meaning you own the property outright. The fee covers the shared costs of the building, but the listing does not specify what is included in that amount.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. The area is noted as a KCAF attention zone because 82% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. The soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 64 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Aircraft noise is 38 dB Lden and industrial noise is 45 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These figures come from public data for the address and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the flood risk for this property?
The pluvial flooding risk is medium, meaning there is a moderate chance of flooding from heavy rain. The flood risk from other sources is low now and is expected to remain low in 2050. Heat stress is low now but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within a short walk. Aldi is 406 metres away, PLUS is 415 metres, and Jan Linders is 479 metres. Lidl is 1,086 metres away, and Albert Heijn is 1,707 metres. This gives you a range of options for daily groceries without needing to travel far.
What public transport options are available?
Bus line 40 stops at Heerlen, Bokstraat, which is 206 metres away. There are also stops at Heerlen, Lokerstraat (362 metres) and Heerlen, Huyn van Rodenbroeckstraat (571 metres), both served by line 40. The nearest train station is Heerlen Woonboulevard, about 2.2 kilometres away.
What schools are close to this apartment?
RK BS De Ganzerik is a primary school 470 metres away, and basisschool Mijn Spoor is 545 metres away. Basisschool Frans Postma is 841 metres away, and RK Bs Gerardus Majella is 899 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 2.1 kilometres away.
How does the price per square metre compare to the neighbourhood?
The asking price per square metre is €2,492, based on the agent's floor area of 61 square metres. The neighbourhood average asking price per square metre is €3,723. This means the price per square metre is 33% below the neighbourhood average, according to the precomputed comparison.
