A spacious home in the green hills
Tucked away on the Engeweg in Wijlre, this detached house sits in a leafy, protected spot with open views. The village itself is small and quiet, part of the municipality of Gulpen-Wittem in the Limburg hills. With a price of €850,000, this home is on the high side compared to the average asking price in the neighbourhood. It is also the most expensive of the ten homes currently for sale here. For context, the average asking price for detached houses in Gulpen-Wittem sits well below this figure.
A split-level layout with room to spread out
Built in 1967, this is a split-level bungalow with three floors and a total volume of 899 m³. The agent lists four rooms, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area is given as 225 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 244 m². The plot measures 985 m². There is a garden around the house, including a front, side and rear garden, plus a sun terrace. The garage is built into the home. According to the agent, the property has HR glazing, draught sealing and floor insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler with the possibility for an open fireplace and pellet stove. It is offered as full ownership.
Life in Wijlre
Wijlre is a village where residents of the wider municipality give their living environment an average score of 8.41, based on fifteen reviews. One resident describes it as "village living and beautiful nature", praising the bus connection to Gulpen and Maastricht and the lovely local baker in nearby Slenaken. Another notes that people tend to keep to themselves, making contact a bit difficult. The village has around 1,885 inhabitants, with a notable share of older residents. The housing stock is a mix, with about half of the homes built between 1970 and 1990. For more on the area, see the Wijlre neighbourhood.
Daily essentials and getting around
The SPAR supermarket is just around the corner, and the nearest primary school, Op de 10 Bunder, is a couple of streets away. The GP practice in Wijlre is also close by, while the pharmacy is in Gulpen, a short drive. For public transport, the bus stop at Engeweg is on your doorstep, with line 54 serving the area. The nearest train station is Schin op Geul, about 2.2 km away. The municipality of the municipality of Gulpen-Wittem covers the surrounding villages and countryside.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home was set at €599,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 42% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 51%, from €397,000 to €599,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 57 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while aircraft noise is 37 dB Lden, below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, based on the sandy soil and the fact the home was built before 1970. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific property. The climate data shows a medium indication for pluvial flooding during heavy rain, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including LIVING 4 U ALL MAKELAAR 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.
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About Engeweg 2, Wijlre
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €850,000 is 42% above the WOZ value of €599,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price is also on the high side compared to the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €492,200.
What is the layout of this detached house?
According to the agent, this is a split-level bungalow with three floors. It has four rooms, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area is listed as 225 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 244 m². The plot measures 985 m². There is a garden around the house, including a front, side and rear garden, plus a sun terrace, and the garage is built into the home.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has energy label B. This is an efficient label, so you can expect relatively moderate energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also mentions that the home has HR glazing, draught sealing and floor insulation, which contribute to keeping the home warm. The heating is provided by a central heating boiler, with the possibility for an open fireplace and pellet stove.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data from the Atlas Leefomgeving. This is based on the sandy soil type and the fact that the home was built before 1970. It is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific property. The climate data also shows a medium indication for pluvial flooding during heavy rain, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050.
What amenities are nearby?
The SPAR supermarket is about 860 metres away, and the nearest primary school, Op de 10 Bunder, is roughly 220 metres from the home. The GP practice in Wijlre is about 840 metres away, while the pharmacy is in Gulpen, about 2.7 km. For public transport, the bus stop at Engeweg is about 95 metres away, served by line 54. The nearest train station is Schin op Geul, about 2.3 km away.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Wijlre is a village with around 1,885 inhabitants, and a significant share of residents are 65 or older. Residents of the wider municipality give their living environment an average score of 8.41 out of 10, based on fifteen reviews. One resident mentions the beautiful nature and good bus connections, while another notes that people tend to keep to themselves. The housing stock is mixed, with about half of the homes built between 1970 and 1990.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value of this home rose by 51%, from €397,000 to €599,000. The value increased each year, with the largest jump between 2020 and 2021, when it went from €397,000 to €350,000, before rising steadily to €599,000 in 2025. The reference date for the current value is 1 January 2025.
Is the home offered through multiple agents?
Yes, at the time of writing the home is offered via multiple channels. The sources include LIVING 4 U ALL MAKELAAR, LIVING 4 U ALL MAKELAAR on Funda, and LIVING 4 U ALL VASTGOED AGENT. This means you can find the listing on several platforms, all from the same agency.
