Oudeborgstraat 1
Merum, Roermond
AreaA quiet spot in Merum
Tucked away on a dead-end road, this end-of-terrace house from 1966 sits quietly in nature, with the city and all amenities easily reachable. The home is in Merum, a small neighbourhood within Herten, part of the municipality of Roermond. With a living area of 111 m² and a plot of 181 m², it is priced at €350,000. That asking price is keen compared with the neighbourhood average, sitting 24% below the average asking price of €458,563 in this area. For context, it is also the cheapest of the eight homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood, and you can compare it with other [end-of-terrace houses in Roermond].
The home itself
The house was built in 1966 and carries an energy label C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. The living area is 111 m² according to the BAG registration, and the plot measures 181 m². The asking price works out at €3,153 per m² based on the BAG floor area. The listing does not provide further details about the layout, rooms, or any outdoor space, so those specifics are not stated.
Life in Merum
Merum is a quiet neighbourhood with plenty of greenery, according to residents. One resident describes it as a cosy neighbourhood with lovely people, adding that they are very satisfied overall. Another appreciates the quiet setting and the well-maintained greenery, though they note that as a newcomer it takes some effort to feel at home, and they miss benches and picnic spots. These reviews come from across the municipality of Roermond, where residents give an average score of 7.91 based on twenty reviews. The neighbourhood itself has around 2,135 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. You can read more about [the Merum neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Nieuwe Baan is on your doorstep, and the pharmacy Apotheek Herten-Merum is just around the corner. For groceries, Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, while Ekoplaza, Jumbo, Lidl and Aldi are all within a few kilometres. Openbare Basisschool De Stapsteen is a couple of streets away, and the Hubertusschool is a ten-minute walk. Bus line 2 stops at Herten, Hoofdstraat just around the corner, and the train station in Roermond is about 3.2 km away. The hospital, Laurentius Ziekenhuis, is in Roermond, roughly 3.4 km from the home. All of this sits within [the municipality of Roermond].
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €280,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 25% above that WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 61%, from €174,000 to €280,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and industrial noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the soil is clay, with the home built in 1966. These are area-level indications from public risk data, not an inspection of this specific home. The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is low, while the current flood risk is elevated, and heat stress is expected to be medium by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via Roel Cremer Makelaardij en Taxaties.
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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 Oudeborgstraat 1, Herten
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €350,000 is 25% above the WOZ value of €280,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 61%, from €174,000 to €280,000.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has energy label C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The label does not say anything about the condition of the home itself, only about its energy performance. No further details about insulation or heating installations are stated in the listing.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public risk data. The home was built in 1966 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The KCAF attention area notes that 60% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic at this address is 54 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 31 dB Lden and industrial noise is 45 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures come from public data and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What amenities are nearby?
The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Nieuwe Baan is just 87 metres away, and the pharmacy Apotheek Herten-Merum is 222 metres away. Albert Heijn supermarket is 708 metres from the home. Openbare Basisschool De Stapsteen is 645 metres away, and the Hubertusschool is 950 metres away. Bus line 2 stops at Herten, Hoofdstraat, 187 metres away.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is Roermond, which is approximately 3.2 km from the home. The nearest bus stop, Herten, Hoofdstraat, is 187 metres away and is served by bus line 2. The hospital, Laurentius Ziekenhuis, is in Roermond, about 3.4 km away.
What do residents say about the area?
Residents across the municipality of Roermond give an average score of 7.91, based on twenty reviews. One resident describes the area as a cosy neighbourhood with lovely people, while another appreciates the quiet setting and well-maintained greenery, though they mention missing benches and picnic spots. These reviews describe the wider municipality, not specifically the Merum neighbourhood.
How does the price per m² compare with the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €350,000 for a living area of 111 m² works out at €3,153 per m². The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €3,130. The home is priced 24% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €458,563, and it is the cheapest of the eight homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood.
