Vrusschemigerweg 285
Douve Weien, Heerlen
AreaA compact apartment in Douve Weien
Tucked away in Douve Weien, a residential pocket of Heerlen, this apartment from 1978 sits on Vrusschemigerweg. The neighbourhood is home to around 3,690 people, many of them living alone, and the streets have a calm, everyday rhythm. With an asking price of €225,000, the home is priced 39% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €366,854. That puts it on the low side compared with other [apartments in Heerlen], though the living area is also smaller than the neighbourhood norm.
Inside the home
This single-floor apartment has three rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 63 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 62 m². According to the agent, the home has roof insulation, wall insulation and double glazing (HR+ or HR++), and it is heated by a central heating boiler. The energy label is C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. The volume of the home is 202 m³.
Life in Douve Weien
Residents across the municipality of Heerlen give their living environment an average score of 6.82, based on 36 reviews. One resident describes a "fijne buurt" with a close community and a quiet atmosphere. Another resident mentions that the neighbourhood is close-knit, with people enjoying a chat during New Year's or on a summer day, though they also note some antisocial behaviour and limited parking. The same resident points out that there is hardly any greenery, but that renovation and greening work is underway in their part of the area. A third resident complains about paving and gardens, and would like to see the oak trees replaced with shrubs. These are impressions from across the municipality, so they may not all apply to this specific street. Around 58% of households in the neighbourhood are single-person households, and 28% of residents are 65 or older. For a closer look at the area, you can read more about [the Douve Weien neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered around here. A pharmacy is just around the corner, and the Zuyderland hospital is a five-minute walk away. The nearest GP, Gezondheidscentrum Heerlen-Zuid, is a couple of streets away. For groceries, the closest PLUS supermarket is a ten-minute walk, with another PLUS, an Aldi and an Albert Heijn a bit further out. Two primary schools, OBS de Tovercirkel dislocatie and Basisschool Windekind, are both within a five-minute walk. The bus stop at Heerlen, Peschstraat is on your doorstep, with lines 1, 2, 8 and 44. Heerlen train station is about 2.5 km away. All of this sits within [the municipality of Heerlen].
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property, so there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. Public risk data at address level shows that road traffic noise is measured at 60 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise at 37 dB Lden stays below it. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, while the current flood risk is low and the 2050 flood risk is also low. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Aquina Hollandes Makelaars.
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About Vrusschemigerweg 285, Heerlen
How does the asking price compare with other homes in Douve Weien?
The asking price of €225,000 is 39% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €366,854. The median asking price in Douve Weien is €220,000, so this home sits just above that. The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €3,706, while this home is listed at €3,571 per m² based on the agent's floor area.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent lists the living area as 63 m², while the BAG registration records 62 m². The volume of the home is 202 m³. According to the agent, the home has roof insulation, wall insulation and double glazing (HR+ or HR++), and it is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The agent states that the home has roof insulation, wall insulation and double glazing (HR+ or HR++), which are separate facts about the property. The label itself does not tell you anything about the condition of the construction.
What is the noise situation around this address?
Public risk data at address level shows that road traffic noise is measured at 60 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Aircraft noise is measured at 37 dB Lden, which stays below the noise standard. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the flood and foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, while the current flood risk is low and the 2050 flood risk is also low. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
The nearest supermarket is a PLUS at 745 metres, which is about a ten-minute walk. Another PLUS is at 1,130 metres, followed by a third PLUS at 1,573 metres. An Aldi is at 1,574 metres and an Albert Heijn at 1,612 metres. In total, there are 24 supermarkets within 5 km of the home.
Which schools are near Vrusschemigerweg 285?
Two primary schools are within walking distance: OBS de Tovercirkel dislocatie at 357 metres and Basisschool Windekind at 382 metres. For secondary education, De Nieuwe Thermen is at 990 metres. There is also De Buitenhof school for special and continued special education at 855 metres. In total, 46 schools are within 5 km of the home.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The bus stop at Heerlen, Peschstraat is just 61 metres away, with lines 1, 2, 8 and 44. A second stop, Heerlen, Oude Molenweg, is at 230 metres with line 8. The stop at Heerlen, Zuyderland Heerlen is at 494 metres with lines 1, 2, 8, 322 and 658. Heerlen train station is 2,478 metres away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Heerlen give their living environment an average score of 6.82, based on 36 reviews. One resident describes a pleasant neighbourhood with a close community and a quiet atmosphere. Another resident mentions that the neighbourhood is close-knit, though they also note some antisocial behaviour, limited parking and little greenery. These reviews cover the municipality as a whole, not this specific street.
How many people live in Douve Weien?
The neighbourhood of Douve Weien has around 3,690 inhabitants. Of these, 58% live in single-person households, while 18% of households have children. The age spread shows 28% of residents are 65 or older, 28% are between 25 and 45, and 11% are under 15. The average household size is 1.6 people.
