Houthemerweg 23
Meerssen, Meerssen
AreaA grand country home in Meerssen
This detached house on Houthemerweg 23 sits in a sheltered, rural spot outside the built-up area, with open views all around. Built in 1921, it is a substantial property with a freehold tenure and a carport. At €1,800,000, the asking price is on the high side, sitting 257% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €504,132. It is the most expensive of the 31 homes currently for sale in this part of Meerssen, and the price per square metre of €4,500 reflects its scale. For context, detached houses in Meerssen vary widely in price.
Inside the home
The agent describes a home with 10 rooms, including 9 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, spread over 2 floors. The living area is listed at 400 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 547 m². The plot measures 7,680 m² according to both sources. The house has a garden all around with a sun terrace, a carport, and a central heating boiler. The energy label is D, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. The volume of the property is 2,164 m³.
Life in Meerssen
Meerssen is a place where residents give their surroundings a solid 8.25 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a very nice neighbourhood, very clean, with everything close together, including the supermarket, and nice people. Another notes the contrast between streets, with social safety varying from one street to the next, but adds that people are sociable and like to chat. The reviews cover the district of Meerssen rather than this specific street. Around 30% of residents are 65 or older, and 41% of households are single-person. The neighbourhood itself has a mix of housing, with 69% single-family homes.
Amenities and transport
The daily essentials are close at hand. The Lidl is just around the corner, with the Jumbo a couple of streets away. Stella Maris College, a secondary school, is a five-minute walk, and Basisschool De WereldSter is a ten-minute walk. The GP practice, Huisartsenpraktijk Meerssen van Empel - Verschuren, is a ten-minute walk, and Apotheek Meerssen is a little further. Bus stop Meerssen, Stella Maris is a five-minute walk away, served by lines 52 and 791, and Meerssen train station is a ten-minute walk. The hospital, Maastricht UMC+, is in Maastricht, about 6.4 km away. The municipality of Meerssen offers a range of services within easy reach.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. The address-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is above the norm at 50 dB Lden, while railway noise at 34 dB and aircraft noise at 45 dB are both below their respective norms. The foundation risk indication is low, based on the sandy soil and the pre-1970 construction year. Pluvial flooding and flood risk are both rated low, for the current situation and for 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Christie's International Real Estate | R365 and Aelmans Woningmakelaars Voerendaal. The listing has been available since 9 July 2026.
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About Houthemerweg 23, Meerssen
What is the asking price for this home?
The asking price is €1,800,000. This is 257% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €504,132, and it is the most expensive of the 31 homes currently for sale in this part of Meerssen. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed living area of 400 m², is €4,500.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does the house have?
According to the agent, the house has 10 rooms in total, including 9 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, spread over 2 floors. The living area is listed at 400 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 547 m². The plot measures 7,680 m².
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The house has a central heating boiler. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not part of the listing information provided here. Without this figure, no comparison with the asking price can be made.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address-level risk data shows road traffic noise at 50 dB Lden, which is above the noise norm. Railway noise is 34 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 45 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is low, based on the sandy soil type and the fact that the house was built before 1970, specifically in 1921. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home's foundation.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Lidl, about 700 metres away, which is just around the corner. The Jumbo is about 2 km away, and Albert Heijn is about 2.5 km away. In total, there are 12 supermarkets within 5 km of the home.
Which schools are close to this home?
Stella Maris College, a secondary school, is about 550 metres away, a five-minute walk. Basisschool De WereldSter, a primary school, is about 1.1 km away, a ten-minute walk. There are 20 schools within 5 km of the home.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Meerssen, Stella Maris, about 500 metres away, served by lines 52 and 791. Meerssen train station is about 900 metres away, a ten-minute walk. The station is also served by bus lines 30, 52, 791 and 797.
What do residents say about living in Meerssen?
Residents of the district of Meerssen give their surroundings an average score of 8.25 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as very clean with everything close together and nice people. Another notes that social safety can vary from street to street, but that people are sociable and like to chat.
How does the size of this home compare to others in the area?
The living area of 400 m², as listed by the agent, is 113% larger than the neighbourhood average of 188 m². The plot of 7,680 m² is also substantial. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €3,176, compared to €4,500 for this home.
Is there a garden and parking at this property?
Yes, the agent describes a garden all around the house with a sun terrace. There is also a carport for parking. The property is in a sheltered, rural location outside the built-up area with open views, and it is freehold, so you own the land and the building outright.
