Jacobusstraat 40
Bocholtz, Simpelveld
AreaA detached home in a village setting
Jacobusstraat 40 sits in Bocholtz, a village in the municipality of Simpelveld where life moves at a gentler pace. This detached house from 1988 is offered for €525,000, which is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. The asking price sits 65% above the neighbourhood average of €318,000, and it is also well above the average for detached houses in Simpelveld.
The house itself
According to the agent, this detached family home has four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors, with a volume of 492 cubic metres. The BAG registration records a living area of 142 square metres, while the agent lists 122 square metres. The plot measures 368 square metres according to both sources. Around the house there is a garden, and there is parking space plus a detached brick garage. The property is freehold, and the agent notes insulation in the roof, double glazing, cavity wall insulation and floor insulation, with a central heating boiler. The energy label is C.
Life in Bocholtz
Bocholtz is a village of roughly 4,100 residents, and the reviews reflect a place with a strong community feel. One resident says: "Quiet and village-like environment, nice people and also helpful. There's just not much here in the village. The plus, chip shop, kapsalon, a couple of cafes, nothing more." Another adds: "Always fun and cosy." A third resident is more critical, noting that the village is declining and that facilities are limited. Based on three reviews, the average score is 6.88. The village has a relatively older population, with 27% of residents aged 65 or over. For more context on the wider area, you can read about the municipality of Simpelveld.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easily managed on foot or by bike. The PLUS supermarket is a couple of streets away, and there is another PLUS and an Aldi within a short drive. Basisschool Bocholtz is a five-minute walk, and the nearest GP and pharmacy are both just around the corner on the same street. For public transport, bus stops at Groeneweg and Patersplein are on your doorstep, served by lines 43 and 650. The nearest train station is Kerkrade Centrum, about 6 kilometres away.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not available for this property. The address-level risk data from public sources indicates that road traffic noise is 46 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 29 dB Lden, both below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Damen Makelaardij | Heerlen.
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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 Jacobusstraat 40, Bocholtz
How does the asking price compare with other homes in Bocholtz?
The asking price of €525,000 is 65% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €318,000. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €2,279, while this home is listed at €4,303 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. The neighbourhood currently has five homes for sale, with prices ranging from €250,000 to €385,000.
What is the layout of this detached house?
The agent describes a detached family home with four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom across two floors. The volume is 492 cubic metres. There is a garden around the house, plus parking space and a detached brick garage. The property is freehold, so there is no leasehold ground rent to consider.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so energy costs will be moderate compared with the most efficient homes, but lower than the least efficient ones. The agent notes that the home has roof insulation, double glazing, cavity wall insulation and floor insulation, which helps keep the home warm in winter.
What do residents say about living in Bocholtz?
Based on three reviews, residents give Bocholtz an average score of 6.88. One resident describes it as a "quiet and village-like environment, nice people and also helpful", though notes there is not much in the village apart from a chip shop, kapsalon and a couple of cafes. Another says it is "always fun and cosy". A third resident is more critical, mentioning decline and limited facilities.
What are the flood and foundation risks for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, with sandy soil. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while the flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The PLUS supermarket is a couple of streets away, and Basisschool Bocholtz is a five-minute walk. The GP and pharmacy are both just around the corner. There are bus stops at Groeneweg and Patersplein on your doorstep, served by lines 43 and 650. The nearest train station is Kerkrade Centrum, about 6 kilometres away.
How old is the house and what condition is it in?
The house was built in 1988. The agent does not state any specific condition issues. The property has insulation in the roof, double glazing, cavity wall insulation and floor insulation, and a central heating boiler. The energy label is C. The listing does not mention any recent renovations or upgrades.
Is there a garden and parking at this property?
Yes, the agent notes a garden around the house, meaning there is outdoor space on all sides. There is also parking space and a detached brick garage, so you can park off the street. The plot measures 368 square metres according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing.
