A calm spot in Maria Gewanden
Ringhof 8 is a first-floor apartment on a quiet road in Maria Gewanden, a residential part of Hoensbroek in the municipality of Heerlen. Built in 1998, the home sits in a setting that the agent describes as calm, with a shared parking garage below. The asking price of €395,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €340,364. For context, the average asking price per square metre for apartments in Heerlen is €3,611, while this home is listed at €3,873 per square metre.
The apartment itself
The apartment has five rooms, including two bedrooms, spread over a single floor with a living area of 102 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 103 square metres. The home has double glazing and wall insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. It is offered in full ownership, with a monthly homeowners' association fee of €208. The property is located on the first floor and includes a space in the parking garage.
Life in Maria Gewanden
Maria Gewanden is a neighbourhood of about 3,455 residents, where a quarter of the population is aged 65 or older. Residents of the municipality of Heerlen give their living environment an average score of 6.85, based on 37 reviews. One resident describes the area as a "fijne buurt" with a close community and a quiet atmosphere. Another resident mentions that the neighbourhood is close-knit and that people enjoy chatting during New Year's or on a summer day, though they also note that some homes have overdue maintenance and that there is little greenery in places. These reviews reflect the wider municipality rather than this specific neighbourhood. The neighbourhood has 11 homes currently for sale, with an average asking price of €340,364. For more details, see the Maria Gewanden neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. Aldi and Lidl are just around the corner, with PLUS a couple of streets away, and Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk. Basisschool de Vlieger is a couple of streets away, and Broeklandcollege for secondary education is also close by. Huisartsenpraktijk Hoensbroek and Apotheek Hoensbroek are both within a ten-minute walk. Bus stops on Pastoorskuilenweg and at the Markt are just around the corner, served by line 2, and Sint Jansstraat a couple of streets away with lines 1 and 56. The nearest train station is Nuth, about 2 kilometres away. For a broader view of the area, see the municipality of Heerlen.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €361,000 as of 1 January 2025, which is 9% below the asking price. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 42%, from €255,000 to €361,000. According to public address-level data, the road traffic noise level is 52 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. For pluvial flooding, the indication is elevated, while the current flood risk is low and the heat stress indication is low, rising to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Kerkhoffs Makelaardij b.v. and Kerkhoffs Makelaardij on Funda.
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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 Ringhof 8, Hoensbroek
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €395,000 is 9% above the WOZ value of €361,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price is also 16% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €340,364.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has five rooms, including two bedrooms, on a single floor. The living area is 102 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 103 square metres. The home is on the first floor and includes a space in the parking garage.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect relatively moderate energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The home has double glazing and wall insulation, which helps with keeping the heat in. The exact monthly costs will depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data from the Atlas Leefomgeving. The soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. It gives a general sense of the risk in the area, but a structural survey would be needed for a definitive assessment.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Public data shows that road traffic noise at this address is 52 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Railway noise is 22 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on 2022 and 2023 data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Aldi and Lidl are both just around the corner, within about 250 metres. PLUS is a couple of streets away at about 370 metres, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk at roughly 700 metres. There are 29 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
Basisschool de Vlieger is a couple of streets away at about 380 metres, and Broeklandcollege for secondary education is at about 370 metres. There are also several other primary schools within a short distance, including Basisschool De Regenboog and Rk Bs De Mheyster. In total, there are 36 schools within 5 kilometres.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus stops are just around the corner on Pastoorskuilenweg and at the Markt, both served by line 2. Sint Jansstraat, a couple of streets away, has lines 1 and 56. The nearest train station is Nuth, about 2 kilometres away, which offers rail connections to the wider region.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association fee is €208. This fee typically covers shared costs such as maintenance of common areas, the parking garage, and building insurance. The exact coverage depends on the association's budget and regulations, which you can review before purchase.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
The WOZ value has increased by 42% between 2020 and 2025, from €255,000 to €361,000. The value rose steadily each year, with the largest jump between 2021 and 2022, from €260,000 to €313,000. This reflects the general upward trend in property values in the area.
