A social rental apartment in Simpelveld
This two-bedroom apartment on Scheelenstraat 3 sits in the heart of Simpelveld, a village where life moves at a gentle pace. The rent of €829 per month is well below the average of €1,350 for rentals in the neighbourhood, so it is keenly priced for the area. For context, apartments in Simpelveld typically command higher rents, making this a notably affordable option.
The Simpelveld neighbourhood
The Simpelveld neighbourhood is home to around 2,255 people, with a high share of one-person households and a large proportion of residents aged 65 and over. The streets are quiet, and the community has a settled, older feel. With no resident reviews available, the picture here comes from the statistics rather than personal accounts. The housing stock is mixed, with just over four in ten homes owner-occupied, and the rest rented out.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from this address. The Aldi is just around the corner, and a PLUS supermarket is a five-minute walk away, so bread and groceries are never far. For families, Basisschool de Meridiaan is on your doorstep, with other primary schools a short drive away. The nearest secondary school is 6.7 km off, and the train station is 6.8 km away, so a car or bus is handy for longer trips. The municipality of Simpelveld covers the surrounding villages and countryside.
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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.
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About Scheelenstraat 3, Simpelveld
Is €829 per month a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €829 is significantly below the average of €1,350 for rentals in the Simpelveld neighbourhood. With a floor area of 76 m² and an energy label C, the price is on the low side compared with what is typically asked in the area. This makes it an affordable option within the local market.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C, which is an official registration recorded in the national EP-Online database. It indicates a moderate level of energy efficiency, though the label itself does not specify which aspects of the home contribute to it. Expect reasonable but not minimal energy costs for a property of this size and age.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is an Aldi at 394 metres, just around the corner. A PLUS supermarket is slightly further at 532 metres, about a five-minute walk. For a wider choice, there are twelve supermarkets within five kilometres, including an AH XL and a Lidl at around 3.2 km.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
Basisschool de Meridiaan is the closest primary school, at 248 metres, so it is on your doorstep. Other primary schools, such as Basisschool Bocholtz and Basisschool Klavertje Vier, are about 2.8 km away. The nearest secondary school is 6.7 km off, which may require a commute.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
The Simpelveld neighbourhood has about 2,255 residents, with a notable share of older people: 37% are aged 65 or over. One-person households make up 49% of all households, and 21% are households with children. The average household size is 1.8, reflecting the many smaller households in the area.
Is this a social housing rental?
Yes, this apartment is marked as social housing. That means the rent is set below the liberalisation threshold, and eligibility may be subject to income limits set by the housing association. The rent of €829 per month is consistent with social housing pricing in the region.
