Grachtstraat 86
Strucht, Valkenburg aan de Geul
A quiet spot on the edge of the woods
Tucked away in Strucht, a small settlement within the municipality of Valkenburg aan de Geul, this detached house from 1930 sits at the edge of the forest, in a rural and sheltered setting. The asking price of €495,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price for detached houses in Valkenburg aan de Geul.
The house itself
Inside you will find five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 151 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 159 m²; the plot is 650 m² in both. The house has a rear garden of 450 m² facing west, accessible via the back alley. It is partly double glazed, has a central heating boiler, and is offered in full ownership.
Life in Strucht
Strucht is a small community of around 345 residents, where a resident of the municipality of Valkenburg aan de Geul describes life as quiet and close-knit: "everyone knows each other and goes to each other's for coffee. There are also plenty of neighbourhood parties." The same resident notes that public transport is easy to reach, though only by train and not by bus. This is based on a single review, so it reflects one person's experience rather than a broad picture. The neighbourhood itself is part of the Strucht neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the SPAR is a ten-minute walk away, with Jan Linders and Albert Heijn a bit further. Primary schools in the area include Op de 10 Bunder and Basisschool Sint Theresia. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Wijlre, and the BENU Apotheek MC Valkenburg is within reach. Bus line 54 stops at Schin op Geul, Breeweg just around the corner, and the train station Schin op Geul is a ten-minute walk. The wider area falls under the municipality of Valkenburg aan de Geul.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value was €450,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 10% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025 the WOZ value rose by 38%, from €325,000 to €450,000. As for the address, road traffic noise is measured at 43 dB and aircraft noise at 37 dB, both below the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is low, and pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 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 Zuyd Makelaardij & Vastgoed.
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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 Grachtstraat 86, Schin Op Geul
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €495,000 is 10% above the WOZ value of €450,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025 the WOZ value rose by 38%, from €325,000 to €450,000.
What is the layout of this detached house?
The house has five rooms in total, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 151 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 159 m². The plot measures 650 m². There is a rear garden of 450 m² facing west, accessible via the back alley.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is F. This is a low label, so expect higher energy costs for heating and electricity compared with more efficient homes. The house is partly double glazed and has a central heating boiler. The label reflects the overall energy performance, not the condition of the building.
What do residents say about living in this area?
One resident of the municipality of Valkenburg aan de Geul describes the area as quiet and friendly: "It's always nice and quiet there, everyone knows each other and goes to each other's for coffee. There are also plenty of neighbourhood parties." The same resident mentions that public transport is easy to reach, though only by train and not by bus. This is based on a single review.
What are the nearest shops and schools?
The nearest supermarket is SPAR, about a ten-minute walk away, with Jan Linders and Albert Heijn a bit further. For primary education, Op de 10 Bunder and Basisschool Sint Theresia are within a short distance. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Wijlre, and the BENU Apotheek MC Valkenburg is also in the area.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus line 54 stops at Schin op Geul, Breeweg, just around the corner, and also at Valkenburgerweg and Schoonbron. The train station Schin op Geul is about a ten-minute walk away. A resident notes that everything is easy to reach by public transport, though only by train and no buses.
What are the risk indications for this address?
The foundation risk indication is low, based on area-level data. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Road traffic noise is measured at 43 dB and aircraft noise at 37 dB, both below the noise standard. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
What type of ownership applies to this house?
The house is offered in full ownership, meaning you own both the building and the land it stands on. There is no leasehold or other ownership structure mentioned in the listing. The plot measures 650 m², and the house itself has a volume of 582 m³.





