Homes for sale in Buitenwijk Zuidoost, Maastricht
View the current supply of homes for sale in Buitenwijk Zuidoost, Maastricht. Compare prices, check neighbourhood scores and read what residents think of the area.
What does a home cost in Buitenwijk Zuidoost?
The purchase market in Buitenwijk Zuidoost is more accessible than you might expect for a Maastricht neighbourhood. The average WOZ value is €271,000, which is well below the municipal average of €302,000 in Maastricht. However, the actual transaction prices tell a more nuanced story: in the past twelve months, 167 homes were sold for an average of €414,593. The range is wide, from €165,000 to €849,000, which immediately shows how diverse the supply is. From a compact apartment in Heer to a spacious family home in Vroendaal, the average size comes out at 123 m². About 46% of the more than 11,000 homes are owner-occupied, the rest are rental. This means that the supply of homes for sale is relatively limited compared to the total stock. At the top of this page, you can see the current supply and the average asking price for the most recent situation.
Living in Buitenwijk Zuidoost: an honest picture of five very different neighbourhoods
Buitenwijk Zuidoost is not a homogeneous neighbourhood. It is a collection of neighbourhoods, each with its own character. Randwyck is the most urban, with the eponymous NS station, the MECC and Maastricht University within walking distance. Heugem is wedged between the Meuse and the Jekerdal and long had a village character, although residents notice this is changing. Resident Tanja (6.8/10) writes: "Our neighbourhood used to be nice and quiet but not anymore, Heugem has really gone downhill." De Heeg and Heer are typical post-war expansion neighbourhoods with terraced houses and flats, while Vroendaal is the newest and most expensive neighbourhood with detached houses on the hills.
Residents of Buitenwijk Zuidoost give the neighbourhood an average of 7.0 based on 8 reviews. Striking is the high score for accessibility (8.2): Maastricht Randwyck station offers direct trains to Sittard, Heerlen and Liège, and bus lines 1 and 4 of Arriva connect the neighbourhood with the city centre and the academic hospital. The A2 is quickly accessible via the Maastricht-Centrum or Meerssen exit. But the scores for safety (6.5) and amenities (6.4) are lower. Resident Wouter (7.6/10) is honest: "A few weeks ago there were laughing gas canisters everywhere and you sometimes see a drug deal taking place." Arno (4.6/10) complains about the limited shopping options and poorly maintained green spaces.
In terms of amenities, you should know that daily shopping is perfectly doable at the Albert Heijn and Aldi in Heer or the Jumbo at shopping centre De Heeg, but a wide range of shops is lacking. For schools, residents score a 7.5: primary schools such as De Perroen in Randwyck and BS De Kring in Heer are present, and the Bonnefanten College is within cycling distance. The green character scores a 7.6, with the Geusseltpark, the Meuse banks and the hills near Vroendaal as recreational areas. For more information about the municipality, you can visit the website of the municipality of Maastricht. All resident reviews and neighbourhood data can be found on the page of the neighbourhood Buitenwijk Zuidoost.
Does Buitenwijk Zuidoost suit you as a buyer?
Buying a home in Buitenwijk Zuidoost is interesting for various target groups. Starters can find apartments in Heer and De Heeg from around €165,000, although you should factor in additional costs such as transfer tax (2%) and notary fees. Families with children are well off in the quieter parts with primary schools nearby. Those moving up who are looking for space logically look at Vroendaal, but pay top dollar there. To be honest: residents sometimes call the neighbourhood "a bit remote" compared to the city centre, and the liveliness for young people is limited. Clara notes that "there is little to do for young people." If you want flexibility, you can also look at rental homes in Buitenwijk Zuidoost as an alternative. Keep in mind that 34% of residents are highly educated and the labour participation rate is 57%, which influences the atmosphere in the neighbourhood.
Searching for a home to buy in Buitenwijk Zuidoost and surroundings
On Buurtje.nl, you combine the current housing supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only choose a home but also a neighbourhood that suits you. Feel free to compare with the supply in surrounding neighbourhoods such as the Centre, Buitenwijk Zuidwest or the Eastern suburb. Or view the total overview of homes for sale in Maastricht.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average purchase price of a house in Buitenwijk Zuidoost?
The average purchase price in Buitenwijk Zuidoost over the past year was €414,593, with a range of €165,000 to €849,000. The average floor area of sold homes was 123 m². The WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €271,000, lower than the Maastricht average of €302,000.
What additional costs are involved when buying a home in Buitenwijk Zuidoost?
When buying a home, in addition to the purchase price, you also pay transfer tax (2% for homes), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possibly valuation costs and advisor fees. Expect around 4-6% in buyer's costs on top of the purchase price. For new-build homes, for example in Vroendaal, you often pay no transfer tax but do pay VAT.
Is Buitenwijk Zuidoost well accessible by public transport?
Yes, accessibility scores an 8.2 among residents. Maastricht Randwyck station offers train connections to Sittard, Heerlen and Liège. Bus lines connect the neighbourhood with the city centre and the MUMC+. The A2 motorway is quickly reachable via several exits.
What types of homes for sale are available in Buitenwijk Zuidoost?
The supply is diverse. In Heer and De Heeg you mainly find terraced houses and apartments, suitable for buying an apartment as a first-time buyer. Heugem has more traditional single-family homes. Vroendaal offers detached and semi-detached homes in the higher segment. The average floor area of sold homes is 123 m².
Are there good schools nearby if I buy a house in Buitenwijk Zuidoost?
Residents rate education at 7.5 out of 10. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, such as De Perroen in Randwyck and BS De Kring in Heer. For secondary education, the Bonnefanten College is within cycling distance. Maastricht University and Zuyd University of Applied Sciences are located in Randwyck.
There is little to do for young people
Auto-translated to English by AIWould have preferred to go back to the west side. Too far from the city and from acquaintances.
Auto-translated to English by AII haven't lived here very long, but I do notice a few things. A few weeks ago, there were nitrous oxide canisters everywhere, and you sometimes see a drug deal taking place, and there are also a number of addicts, which doesn't really improve safety in my opinion. But the positive things are that we have a supermarket nearby and a GP, so that's nice. And regarding housing, there are simply too few
Auto-translated to English by AIOur neighbourhood used to be nice and quiet but not anymore, Heugem has really gone downhill
Auto-translated to English by AIPoor facilities in the shop range, greenery is poorly pruned or not much, household waste on the street and nowhere police checks or enforcement to be seen. Public transport accessibility is very good.
Auto-translated to English by AILots of litter. Dogs running loose and doing their business where the owner doesn't clean up. Neighbourhood residents who flout the rules.
Auto-translated to English by AIIn the neighbourhood where I live there are really good people and very friendly, I have good contact with many neighbours. I am happy with my neighbourhood where I live.
Auto-translated to English by AIWhat I think is our neighbourhood has really deteriorated, crime, annoying loitering youth, feeling unsafe on the street.
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