Heerlen-Centrum, Heerlen
This apartment on Saroleastraat in Heerlen-Centrum is a piece of history, built in 1920. With 76 m² of living space, it's a compact home that feels cosy and manageable. The energy label is A+, which is excellent for a home of this age. At €1,250 per month, the rent is 20% below the neighbourhood average of €1,567, making it a keen deal. For context, apartments in Heerlen typically go for more.
Heerlen-Centrum is a lively, urban area with a strong sense of community, though it has its challenges. One resident describes it as "safe" but notes that "there is a lot of crime" and "a lot of poverty." They also mention that the city is "trying their best to modernise," but "it remains my crack neighbourhood." Based on this single review, it's a place with both potential and problems. The neighbourhood is densely populated, with many single-person households and a significant older population. For more on the area, see the municipality of Heerlen.
For your daily needs, you're just around the corner from a Jumbo supermarket, and an Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. There are also several schools within walking distance, including Basisschool Eikenderveld and Basisschool de Horizon. The train station is a ten-minute walk, making commutes easy. The area is bustling, with restaurants and a library nearby, and a park just around the corner for a bit of green.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including L.W.M. Makelaardij B.V. and LWM Makelaardij & Hypotheken.
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About Saroleastraat 76A, Heerlen
The rent of €1,250 is 20% below the average rent in Heerlen-Centrum, which is €1,567. The median rent is €1,302, so this apartment is also below that. Given the 76 m² floor area, the price per m² is about €16.45, which is higher than the neighbourhood average of €13.78 per m², but the total rent is still relatively low.
The energy label is A+, which is the most efficient category. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low energy costs. The label is an official registration, so it's a reliable indicator of the home's energy performance.
The nearest supermarket is a Jumbo, just 318 metres away, so it's about a five-minute walk. There are also Albert Heijn and Aldi stores within 625 metres, giving you plenty of options for your grocery shopping.
There are several schools within walking distance. The nearest is SO De Pyler, a special secondary school, at 487 metres. There are also secondary schools like Katholieke School voor Pro and Scholen voor Praktijkonderwijs Parkstad Limburg, both around 500 metres away. For primary education, Basisschool Eikenderveld is 572 metres away.
The train station is 900 metres away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This gives you easy access to regional trains.
Heerlen-Centrum is a densely populated urban area with a mix of residents. One resident notes that it's "safe" but also mentions "a lot of crime" and "poverty." The city is making efforts to modernise, but the area still has challenges. It's a vibrant but gritty neighbourhood.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
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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| Sale price | €247,414 | €239,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,061 | – |
| Rent price | €1,567 p/m | €1,302 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €14 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Very nice neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIPersonally, 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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| Sale price | €303,344 | €298,515 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €2,676 | – |
| Rent price | €1,124 p/m | €1,018 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €11 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
In the neighbourhood there are many cultured people, very cosy! The only downside is that there are also antisocial people living here.. and they don't give a damn about anything or anyone.. there is little parking space right in front of my door, which is really not pleasant, the neighbourhood itself is quite close-knit and everyone enjoys chatting with each other during New Year's or a summer day. There is hardly any greenery here and there, some bushes here and there but that's about it.. luckily they are busy renovating and greening the part where we live, so that's something I consider a plus point for the neighbourhood. Unfortunately, it's often the case that houses have overdue maintenance due to landlords or people who simply don't care about what their house looks like.
Auto-translated to English by AIWell, the paving stones could be laid properly and the gardens maintained, and those pesky oak trees could be removed and replaced with nice shrubs.
Auto-translated to English by AIThey meddle in arguments that are none of their business
Auto-translated to English by AIVery nice neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIBad unfriendly not safe
Auto-translated to English by AIIf you like nature and peace and quiet, you're in the right place here. The neighbourhood is super clean and spacious with lots of trees and parks. You can easily walk into the countryside. Ideal for the dog or an evening stroll!
Auto-translated to English by AIVery occasionally people greet you, but that's it
Auto-translated to English by AIToo many steps at our front door. Otherwise it might be fine.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €297,980 | €274,610 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €2,547 | – |
| Rent price | €1,059 p/m | €1,009 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €13 p/m | – |
Saroleastraat 76A, Heerlen
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