A woodland retreat in Raren
Tucked away in the bosky setting of Raren, this detached house from 1973 offers a peaceful life on the edge of Vaals. With a living area of 150 m² according to the agent, it sits on a generous plot of 56,220 m². The asking price of €325,000 is on the high side compared to the average for detached houses in Vaals, which stands at €350,875.
Inside the home
The agent describes a two-storey home with seven rooms, including six bedrooms and three bathrooms. It comes fully insulated with roof, wall and floor insulation, plus double glazing, and is heated by a central heating boiler and a gas fireplace. The BAG registration records a living area of 7,252 m², while the agent lists 150 m²; both figures are mentioned here as they come from different sources.
Life in Raren
Raren is a small hamlet with about 165 residents, where most homes are owner-occupied and nearly all are single-family houses. A resident of the municipality of Vaals notes that the area is rural with many different nationalities, though "if you're not from here, you don't really count" and joining associations can be hard. Another resident says they "never had any problems." Based on four reviews, residents across the municipality give an average score of 7.66. The neighbourhood itself is quiet, with a low crime figure of 19 incidents. The Raren neighbourhood offers a close-knit community feel.
Amenities and transport
For daily needs, Albert Heijn and Lidl are just around the corner, with Aldi a couple of streets away. Two primary schools, Openbare Basisschool De Robbedoes and Basisschool de kleine Wereld, are within a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP and pharmacy are both in Vaals, about a ten-minute walk. Bus stops at Vaals, Heuvel and Vaals, Sint Jozefplein are just around the corner, served by lines 43, 149, 322, 350 and 643. The nearest train station is Kerkrade Centrum, about 10 km away. The municipality of Vaals offers further amenities.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. According to area-level risk data, the foundation risk indication is low, and the soil type is classified as "overig." Noise from road traffic is 48 dB Lden and from air traffic 30 dB Lden, both below the noise standard. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while current and 2050 flood risk are both low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Residentia Verkoopbemiddeling B.V. and Residentia projectmakelaars.
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Frequently asked questions
About Randweg 21-321, Vaals
What is the asking price for this detached house in Raren?
The asking price is €325,000. According to the agent, the living area is 150 m², which works out to €2,167 per m². The average asking price for detached houses in Vaals is €350,875, so this home is priced below that average, though the median price in the neighbourhood is €137,000.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this home have?
The agent lists seven rooms in total, including six bedrooms and three bathrooms, spread over two floors. The home also has a volume of 390 m³. It is described as a single-family house in a bosky setting.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also states that the home is fully insulated with roof, wall and floor insulation, and has double glazing, which contributes to keeping the home warm.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
The WOZ value is determined by the municipality and is not always included in property listings. Without it, we cannot compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What are the risks mentioned for this address?
Area-level risk data indicates a low foundation risk, with soil type classified as "overig." Noise from road traffic is 48 dB Lden and from air traffic 30 dB Lden, both below the noise standard. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while current and 2050 flood risk are both low. These are indications at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn and Lidl are both about 1.1 km away, just around the corner. Aldi is about 1.4 km away, also a short walk. For a wider choice, there are additional supermarkets within 5 km, including a PLUS at 4.7 km.
Which schools are close to this home?
Two primary schools are within a ten-minute walk: Openbare Basisschool De Robbedoes at 621 m and Basisschool de kleine Wereld at 641 m. Both have around 155 pupils. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 11 km away.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stops are Vaals, Heuvel at 344 m and Vaals, Sint Jozefplein at 549 m, both served by lines 43, 149, 322, 350 and 643. The nearest train station is Kerkrade Centrum, about 10.3 km away.
What is the neighbourhood of Raren like?
Raren is a small hamlet with about 165 residents. Most homes are owner-occupied (84%) and nearly all are single-family houses (96%). Residents of the municipality of Vaals give an average score of 7.66, with one noting it's rural with many nationalities, though "if you're not from here, you don't really count." Another says they "never had any problems."
How does the living area compare to the neighbourhood average?
According to the agent, the living area is 150 m², which is 97% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 4,603 m². However, the plot is a spacious 56,220 m², which is unusually large.
