Beek, Beek
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Veldekelaan sits in a leafy part of Beek, a village that feels a world away from the bustle of Maastricht yet is only a short drive from the city. With 185 m² of living space, it is noticeably roomier than the average home in the neighbourhood, about 28% larger. The asking price of €448,000 is on the high side compared to the local median of €390,000, but the extra square metres and the detached character explain the premium. For context, detached houses in Beek typically command higher prices than other property types in the municipality.
Beek is a mixed residential area with a strong sense of history, many homes date from the post-war period (47% built between 1945 and 1970). The population is diverse: a quarter are over 65, but there are also plenty of families and young adults. The one review available paints a slightly bittersweet picture: "Although the homes have been renovated, not to full satisfaction. It has also caused the sense of community and contact with neighbours to disappear." The resident notes that the galleries are now narrower and the rear balcony becomes unbearable in warm weather. Vandalism and illegal activities are mentioned as issues. Still, the neighbourhood Beek has its charms, it is moderately urban (density 1215 addresses per km²) and offers a mix of owner-occupied (61%) and rental homes.
For daily errands, the PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and Jumbo and Albert Heijn are a five-minute walk away. Primary schools are within walking distance: Basisschool Reuzepas is about 2.7 km, and KC Eigen Wijs is a bit further. Secondary schools are a bit farther, Groenewald and Graaf Huyn College are both around 2.3 km. The municipality Beek provides a good range of local amenities, including a GP practice, a restaurant, and a library. The train station is 1.7 km away, making commutes to Maastricht or Sittard feasible.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via R&T Vastgoed.
Details of this home
Veldekelaan 33, Beek (Li)
Satisfactory · 1 resident
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About Veldekelaan 33, Beek (Li)
The asking price is about 15% above the neighbourhood median of €390,000, but the home is also 28% larger than the average (185 m² vs 144 m²). Detached houses in Beek tend to sell for more than other types, so the price is in line with what you would expect for a property of this size and type.
The home has energy label C. That is a decent rating, it means the home is reasonably efficient, but not as good as the newer A or B labels. In the neighbourhood, about 30% of homes have label C, while 41% have D or lower. You can expect moderate energy costs, but nothing extreme.
Beek has a mix of households: about 28% are families with children, and 32% are couples without children. There are primary schools within walking distance (Basisschool Reuzepas at 2.7 km) and secondary schools a bit farther. The area is moderately urban, so it is not too busy, but amenities are close by.
Based on one review, the sense of community has declined after renovations. The resident mentions that galleries are now narrower, making it hard to sit outside, and that vandalism and illegal activities occur. However, this is just one perspective, the neighbourhood still has many long-term residents and a mix of ages.
The nearest train station is 1.7 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short bike ride. From there you can reach Maastricht in about 15 minutes and Sittard in about 10 minutes.
The closest supermarket is PLUS at 273 m, just a few minutes' walk. Jumbo is 605 m away and Albert Heijn is 764 m away, so you have several options for daily shopping within a short stroll.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Beek