A third-floor apartment in Vrieheide
This apartment on the Unescostraat sits in Vrieheide, a neighbourhood in Heerlen where the streets are close-knit and people chat during New Year's or on a summer day. Built in 1999, the home is offered for €172,500. The asking price is 15% below the average asking price of €203,857 for homes in the neighbourhood, and the average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €1,890, while this home is listed at €2,363 per m² based on the agent's floor area. If you're comparing options, you might also look at other [apartments in Heerlen]( /koopwoningen/heerlen/appartementen/).
The home itself
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor on the third storey. The living area is 73 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 71 m². The home has a balcony and a parking space, and it comes with roof insulation and double glazing, plus a central heating boiler. It is offered as full ownership, so there is no leasehold to consider. The energy label is B, which is an efficient label, so expect moderate energy costs.
Life in Vrieheide
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.38, based on three reviews. One resident says: "In the neighbourhood there are many cultured people, very cosy!" but also notes that "there are also antisocial people living here.. and they don't give a damn about anything or anyone.." Another resident says: "Something happens in every neighbourhood now and then, but I still think the neighbourhood is safe." A third resident describes it as "a cosy but scary neighbourhood with a lot of crime," yet adds that "in terms of education, facilities, nature and many other things, it's a top neighbourhood." The neighbourhood has about 1,460 residents, and 62% of the homes are owner-occupied. For more context, you can read about [the Vrieheide neighbourhood]( /buurt/vrieheide-heerlen/).
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the Lidl is just around the corner, and the Aldi is a ten-minute walk away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Cremers is on your doorstep, while the BENU Apotheek Ghen Heij is a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Rooms Katholieke Basisschool De Schakel, is just around the corner. Bus line 4 stops at Heerlen, Rozestraat, a couple of streets away, and the nearest train station is Heerlen Woonboulevard, about 3.3 km from the home. The municipality of Heerlen offers further amenities and services, as described on [the municipality of Heerlen]( /gemeente/heerlen/).
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €172,000, as of the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is virtually equal to the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 61%, from €107,000 to €172,000. Regarding address risks, the noise from road traffic is 44 dB Lden and from air traffic 36 dB Lden, both below the noise standard, based on 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is medium, which is an area-level indication based on clay soil and the fact that 90% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while the current flood risk is low and the heat stress risk is medium for 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Ovida makelaars and Ovida makelaars Heerlen 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 Unescostraat 72B, Heerlen
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €172,500 is virtually equal to the WOZ value of €172,000, as of the reference date 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 61%, from €107,000 in 2020 to €172,000 in 2025. This comparison is precomputed and does not imply any judgement about the asking price.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, on a single floor. The home is located on the third storey and has a balcony and a parking space. The living area is 73 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 71 m². The home is offered as full ownership, so there is no leasehold.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The home also has roof insulation and double glazing, according to the agent. The energy label is a fact about the home's energy performance, not a statement about its structural condition.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling, and 90% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an indication at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk data comes from public sources such as KCAF and the Atlas Leefomgeving.
What are the flood and heat risks for this home?
The pluvial flooding risk (from heavy rain) is elevated, while the current flood risk is low and the flood risk for 2050 is also low. The heat stress risk is currently low, but for 2050 it is medium. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific property. They describe the general situation in the area around the address.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Lidl, about 400 metres away, which is just around the corner. The Aldi is about 800 metres away, a ten-minute walk. There are also PLUS, Aldi, and Jan Linders within about 1.2 to 1.4 km. In total, there are 33 supermarkets within 5 km of the home, so you have plenty of options for groceries.
What schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school is Rooms Katholieke Basisschool De Schakel, about 250 metres away, which is just around the corner. Other primary schools within about 1.2 km include Rooms Katholieke Basisschool Langeberg and RK Bs Gerardus Majella. For secondary education, the Emmacollege MAVO KBL BBL is about 1.2 km away. There are 55 schools within 5 km in total.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Heerlen, Rozestraat, about 220 metres away, served by bus line 4. There are also stops at Heerlen, Gaardstraat and Heerlen, Schrieversheideweg, both also on line 4. The nearest train station is Heerlen Woonboulevard, about 3.3 km away. The bus line numbers are given, but no destinations or travel times are stated.
What do residents say about living in Vrieheide?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.38, based on three reviews. One resident says the neighbourhood is "cosy" but mentions antisocial people and a lack of parking. Another says it is safe, while a third describes it as "cosy but scary" with crime, but praises the education and facilities. The reviews reflect the experiences of a few residents, not a comprehensive assessment.
Is the home offered through multiple agents?
Yes, at the time of writing the home is offered via multiple channels. The sources include Ovida makelaars, Ovida makelaars Heerlen on Funda, and a listing on Huispedia. In total, there are three sources for this listing. The main agent is Ovida makelaars, but the home is not exclusively listed with them.
