Heerlen-Centrum, Heerlen
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Promenade is part of a recent development completed in 2024, so everything is fresh and modern. The home is in Heerlen-Centrum, the city's lively core. At 58 m² it's compact, and with a price of €299,000 it sits 18% above the neighbourhood average, partly reflecting its new-build status and top energy label. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Heerlen is lower, but this one stands out for its efficiency and low running costs.
Heerlen-Centrum is the beating heart of the city, with a very high address density (2957 addresses per km²). It's a diverse area: many single-person households, a significant share of residents aged 65+, and a mix of old and new housing. One resident describes it as safe if you know your way, but notes that crime and poverty are visible, and that modernisation efforts haven't erased the grittier edges. The neighbourhood has a high number of reported crimes (773), which reflects its urban character. For more on the area, see the municipality of Heerlen.
For your daily shopping, Albert Heijn and Aldi are both just around the corner, and Jumbo is a five-minute walk away. There's a primary school, Basisschool Eikenderveld, a couple of streets away, and secondary schools within walking distance. The train station is a ten-minute walk, making it easy to get to other cities. Restaurants and a park are on your doorstep, so you won't lack for things to do.
At present, the apartment is listed through several channels, including Damen Makelaardij, who are the main agent. The listing is available on multiple platforms, so you can compare details easily.
Details of this home
Promenade 40G, Heerlen
Good · 1 resident
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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About Promenade 40G, Heerlen
The asking price is 18% above the neighbourhood average of €254,054, but this is a brand-new apartment (2024) with an A+++ energy label, which is rare in Heerlen-Centrum. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €2,968, so at about €5,155 per m² this apartment is priced at a premium. Whether that's fair depends on how much you value new build and minimal energy costs.
The energy label is A+++, the highest possible. This means the apartment is extremely energy-efficient, with very low heating and electricity costs. In the neighbourhood, only 9% of homes for sale have an A+ label or better, so this is exceptional. You can expect a comfortable home with minimal environmental impact.
One resident describes Heerlen-Centrum as safe if you know where to go, but notes that crime and poverty are present. The neighbourhood has a high number of reported crimes (773 in the latest data), which is typical for a city centre. It's an area that is being modernised, but some issues remain. It's best to visit at different times to get a feel for it.
You have Albert Heijn and Aldi within a 5-minute walk, and Jumbo just a bit further. There's a primary school 372 m away and several secondary schools within 1 km. The train station is 0.9 km, so a 10-minute walk. Restaurants, a library, and a park are all within a few hundred metres, so daily errands are easy on foot.
At 58 m², this apartment is 39% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 95 m². That's typical for a new-build city-centre apartment, where space is often traded for modern finishes and efficiency. The compact layout is well-suited for singles or couples who prioritise location and low maintenance.
The train station is 0.9 km away, a ten-minute walk, giving direct connections to other cities. The neighbourhood has a very high address density, so public transport is well-developed.
The apartment is priced above the neighbourhood average, but new builds with A+++ labels are rare and tend to hold value well. The area is undergoing modernisation, which could support price growth. However, investment decisions depend on personal circumstances and market trends, so it's worth considering your own goals.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Heerlen-Centrum
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