A grand old house in Merum
This detached house on Hoofdstraat 15 sits in Merum, a village-like neighbourhood within Herten, part of the municipality of Roermond. The home dates from 1895, making it one of the older properties in the area. The listing does not state the energy label. With a living area of 237 m² on a plot of 900 m², this is a substantial home. The asking price of €700,000 is in line with the market, according to the precomputed comparison against the neighbourhood average. For context, the price sits 53% above the average asking price of €458,563 in the neighbourhood, and the living area is 57% larger than the neighbourhood average of 151 m². If you are looking at detached houses in Roermond, this one stands out for its size and age.
The home itself
The agent has not published details about the layout, bedrooms, bathrooms, or outdoor space. What is known is that the house was built in 1895 and has a living area of 237 m² according to the BAG registration. The plot measures 900 m². The asking price works out at €2,954 per m² based on the BAG living area.
Life in Merum
Merum is a small neighbourhood with around 2,135 residents, and it feels like a place where people know each other. Residents across the municipality of Roermond give their living environment an average score of 7.91, based on 20 reviews. One resident describes it as a "top location": "Quietly situated in nature on a dead-end road. Good accessibility to the city and motorway and all amenities. All types of schools within very short cycling distance." Another says: "It's a quiet neighbourhood with lots of greenery, but it could be even more for my liking. As a newcomer, I have to make an effort to have a 'good day'. The greenery is very well maintained!" A third resident is simply "satisfied": "cosy neighbourhood with lovely people, of course there is always someone who is less friendly, but in general I am very satisfied." These reviews describe the wider municipality, not Merum specifically. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with 24% of residents aged 65 or over. For more on the area, see the Merum neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Nieuwe Baan is on your doorstep, and Apotheek Herten-Merum is just around the corner. For groceries, Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away, with Ekoplaza, Jumbo, Lidl and Aldi within a few kilometres. Openbare Basisschool De Stapsteen is a ten-minute walk, and Hubertusschool is a couple of streets away. The nearest bus stop, Herten, Hoofdstraat, is right outside with line 2. Roermond train station is about 3.3 km away, and Laurentius Ziekenhuis hospital is 3.5 km. The municipality of Roermond offers these amenities within easy reach, as described on the municipality of Roermond page.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is €568,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 23% above this WOZ value. The WOZ is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. As for address-level risk data, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The road traffic noise level is 55 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while railway noise at 33 dB and industrial noise at 47 dB are both below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, on sandy soil, for this home built before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is low, while flood risk is elevated now and in 2050. Heat stress is low now but medium by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including V&V Makelaars. The listing is incomplete, with the energy label not stated.
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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 Hoofdstraat 15, Herten
What is the asking price for this detached house in Merum?
The asking price is €700,000. This is 53% above the average asking price of €458,563 in the neighbourhood, and the price per m² is €2,954 based on the BAG living area of 237 m². The price verdict is that it is in line with the market, compared against the neighbourhood average asking price.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is €568,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 23% above this WOZ value. The WOZ is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value, so the difference reflects the valuation date rather than a direct comparison.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to area-level data. The home was built in 1895, before 1970, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication from public risk data, not an inspection of this specific property.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The road traffic noise level is 55 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 33 dB Lden and industrial noise is 47 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements at the property itself.
What amenities are nearby?
The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Nieuwe Baan is at 113 metres, and Apotheek Herten-Merum is at 268 metres. Albert Heijn supermarket is 876 metres away. Openbare Basisschool De Stapsteen is 802 metres, and Hubertusschool is 1,047 metres. The nearest bus stop, Herten, Hoofdstraat, is 10 metres away with line 2.
How does the neighbourhood of Merum score in resident reviews?
Residents across the municipality of Roermond give an average score of 7.91, based on 20 reviews. One resident calls it a "top location" with quiet nature and good accessibility. Another mentions a quiet neighbourhood with well-maintained greenery. These reviews describe the wider municipality, not Merum specifically.
Why is there no energy label in this listing?
The agent has not published this field. As a result, there is no official indication of the home's energy performance. The home was built in 1895, but no conclusions about insulation or energy efficiency can be drawn from the year of construction alone.
What is the flood risk for this property?
The pluvial flooding risk is low, meaning heavy rainfall is unlikely to cause flooding at this address. The flood risk from other sources is elevated, both currently and in 2050. Heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific home.
