Homes for sale in Kerkrade-Oost, Kerkrade
View the current supply of homes for sale in Kerkrade-Oost with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district data. Compare and find a home that suits you.
What does a home cost in Kerkrade-Oost?
The owner-occupied market in Kerkrade-Oost is more accessible than in many other parts of South Limburg. The average WOZ value is €184,000, slightly below the municipal average of €199,000 for all of Kerkrade. However, actual sale prices tell a different story: in the past twelve months, 164 homes changed hands for an average sale price of €321,439. The range is remarkably wide, from €129,000 for a compact apartment to €835,000 for a spacious detached house. The average living area of 184 m² indicates that many single-family homes and semi-detached houses are being sold. Of the more than 10,000 homes in the neighbourhood, 43% are owner-occupied and 57% are rental, a large portion of which is owned by housing associations. See the overview at the top of this page for current listings and asking prices.
Living in Kerkrade-Oost: an honest picture of a neighbourhood with two faces
Kerkrade-Oost is not a neighbourhood that can be summed up in one sentence. Residents give the neighbourhood a 6.5 out of 10 on Buurtje.nl based on 8 reviews, and that spread says a lot. Accessibility (7.6) and amenities (7.5) score well, but safety (5.2) and beauty (5.0) pull the average down significantly. Resident Erik calls it "a nice, very quiet neighbourhood with nice houses," while Pien, who has lived there for 34 years, notes that the neighbourhood has deteriorated: "Gardens etc. very dirty, not a tidy neighbourhood. More maintenance needs to be done on greenery and streets." You see that contrast when you walk through the different parts. In Nulland and Erenstein you find quieter, greener streets with well-kept gardens, while parts of Bleijerheide suffer from deferred maintenance and social issues. Resident Mendy writes bluntly that the neighbourhood "has deteriorated within 8 years" due to drug-related nuisance. These are signals to take seriously if you want to buy a home here. Read all resident reviews and neighbourhood data for Kerkrade-Oost to get a good picture per area.
In terms of amenities, Kerkrade-Oost is well-served. Around the centre you will find supermarkets (Albert Heijn, Aldi), the weekly market and various shops along the Hoofdstraat, although resident Aaltje notes that "many shop premises are empty and being converted into homes." For education, there are primary schools such as De Blokkenberg and the Eijkhagencollege for secondary education. GaiaZOO and the Anstelvalleipark provide green space and recreation, which explains the score of 7.5 for green spaces. Sports clubs such as RKVV Kerkrade-West and tennis club Kerkrade are within a few minutes' reach.
Accessibility is a strong point. Kerkrade Centrum station is within cycling distance and offers a direct Arriva connection to Heerlen (10 minutes) and Maastricht (approximately 40 minutes). By car, via the Buitenring Parkstad you quickly reach the A76 towards Heerlen and Geleen. The German border is literally around the corner, which according to resident Erik offers "all the advantages": cheaper petrol, shopping at German supermarkets and recreation in the Eifel. Arriva bus lines serve the neighbourhood towards Herzogenrath and Heerlen. More information about municipal plans and developments can be found on the website of the municipality of Kerkrade.
For which buyers is Kerkrade-Oost a smart choice?
With an entry price from €129,000, buying an apartment in Kerkrade-Oost is feasible for starters who want to live in Parkstad without immediately needing a top mortgage. The average income in the neighbourhood is €31,200, and the relatively low WOZ value also keeps transfer tax and notary costs manageable. Movers-up and seniors find spacious single-family homes here for amounts that are unthinkable elsewhere in Limburg. Note: the neighbourhood has two faces. Visit the area at different times and talk to residents before you make an offer. The large group of over-65s (5,130 residents) points to an ageing population, which could mean more supply coming onto the market in the coming years. Looking for flexibility? Also check rental homes in Kerkrade-Oost as an alternative.
Finding a home to buy in Kerkrade-Oost via Buurtje.nl
On Buurtje.nl you combine current housing listings with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district statistics, so you can not only compare buying a home in Kerkrade-Oost on price, but also on liveability. Want to broaden your search? Then also check the listings in Kerkrade-West, northern Kerkrade or the overview of all homes for sale in Kerkrade.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average purchase price of a home in Kerkrade-Oost?
The average purchase price in Kerkrade-Oost over the past year was €321,439, with a range from €129,000 to €835,000. The average living area is 184 m². The WOZ value at €184,000 is slightly below the Kerkrade average of €199,000.
What additional costs do I incur when buying a house in Kerkrade-Oost?
In addition to the purchase price, expect around 5-6% in buyer's costs. This includes transfer tax (2% for owner-occupation), notary fees, valuation costs, and possible mortgage advice fees. With an average purchase price of €321,439, this amounts to roughly €16,000 to €19,000.
Can I buy an affordable apartment in Kerkrade-Oost?
Yes, the entry price for a home in Kerkrade-Oost starts around €129,000. These are often apartments or smaller homes. Due to the relatively high proportion of rental properties (57%), the supply of homes for sale is more limited, but prices are low compared to the rest of South Limburg.
How is the accessibility of Kerkrade-Oost by public transport?
Kerkrade Centrum station is within cycling distance and offers a train connection to Heerlen (10 minutes) and Maastricht (approximately 40 minutes). Arriva bus lines connect the neighbourhood with Herzogenrath in Germany and surrounding areas. Via the Buitenring Parkstad you are quickly on the A76.
Is Kerkrade-Oost a good neighbourhood to live in with children?
Living in Kerkrade-Oost with children can be fine, but it varies by area. There are primary schools such as De Blokkenberg and the Eijkhagencollege for secondary education. Green spaces score a 7.5 among residents. However, note the safety score of 5.2. Take a good look at the neighbourhood and preferably choose a quieter sub-area such as Nulland or Erenstein.
I've never really had any problems in the mentioned areas, hence I gave everything at least a 7. Although I think the problems that exist are more problems that are the same throughout the Netherlands.
Auto-translated to English by AILived here for 34 years, the area has deteriorated, gardens etc. are very dirty, not a tidy neighbourhood, what could be improved in this area is that more maintenance is done on greenery and the streets.
Auto-translated to English by AINice, very quiet neighbourhood with nice houses
Auto-translated to English by AIit's fine, only the renovations are very bad here
Auto-translated to English by AIRight from the start, men were busy using drugs. The municipality of Kerkrade did little with the police, and it hasn't helped at all; drug dealers are still active. Luckily, we are now in a safe place where you can go for a walk without worry. The municipality of Kerkrade is driving families away from Kerkrade and prefers Ukrainian people over their own Dutch people. It would be good if Russia dropped a bomb on the town hall of Kerkrade; then maybe something good would come back in its place.
Auto-translated to English by AIGood living, accessibility fine. Few contacts because we only just moved in. Many empty commercial premises being converted into housing with many Eastern Europeans.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is deteriorating rapidly. Household waste is dumped. Children who are not admitted to any school hang around all day. Parents who swear at their children using foul language, polluted alleyways. Vermin. Cats left behind after moves. Music with bass turned up extremely loud. No respect for fellow residents or small children. Unemployment (not wanting to work because the ratio of participation and income is almost equal). Glad that the children receive good education at a broad school that has everything. Also very happy that we can walk into nature like this.
Auto-translated to English by AINever really busy, occasional arguments, rubbish bags are just dumped everywhere
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