Homes for sale in Mariarade, Heerlen
View the current supply of homes for sale in Mariarade and compare prices, areas and neighbourhood scores directly on this page.
House prices in Mariarade: what do you pay for a home?
Mariarade is a neighbourhood where owner-occupied homes clearly dominate: 61% of the more than 1,770 homes are owned by the residents. The average WOZ value is €199,000, slightly below the municipal average of €203,000 for Heerlen as a whole. Looking at what homes actually sell for paints a different picture: over the past twelve months, 42 homes were sold with an average purchase price of €322,069. The range runs from €160,000 to €845,000, with an average living area of 144 m². This indicates a mix of modest post-war homes and larger detached houses. For current asking prices and available properties, check the overview at the top of this page.
The housing supply in Mariarade largely consists of single-family homes from the 1950s and 1960s, supplemented by a smaller share of apartments. Social housing makes up 30% of the stock; the remaining rental properties (9%) are owned by private landlords. If you are considering buying an apartment in Mariarade, you will find less choice here than in Heerlen city centre, but the more spacious single-family homes are a strong point of the neighbourhood.
Living in Mariarade: amenities, accessibility and honest neighbourhood atmosphere
Living in Mariarade means residing in a neighbourhood with a clear character: quiet and green on the edges, but with some urban dynamics closer to the shopping streets. Residents on Buurtje.nl give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.4 out of 10. Resident Vince describes it aptly: Mariarade-Noord can be a nice area with many shops and several schools nearby, but he also points out a downside. Many houses date from the 1950s and 1960s and are often poorly maintained. Additionally, there have been frequent police incidents recently, including burglaries. That is honest information you won't find so directly elsewhere. All reviews and sub-scores per category can be found on the Mariarade neighbourhood page.
What does score well are accessibility (8.0) and amenities (8.0). Mariarade is conveniently located relative to Heerlen city centre and the surrounding neighbourhoods. Via the Akerstraat and surrounding roads, you quickly reach the A76, which provides connections towards Maastricht and the border with Germany and Belgium. Arriva bus lines run regularly through the neighbourhood and connect Mariarade with Heerlen station, from where trains depart towards Maastricht, Aachen and Sittard. Daily shopping can be done at nearby shopping centres; supermarkets and speciality shops are within cycling distance. For education, the neighbourhood also scores an 8.0: several primary schools are accessible, and secondary education is well represented in the wider Heerlen area.
The neighbourhood is divided into two parts. Mariarade-Noord has most amenities directly nearby and is therefore livelier; Mariarade-Zuid has a quieter character. If you want to compare with adjacent neighbourhoods, you can also look at Maria Gewanden en Terschuren or Hoensbroek-De Dem, both with their own housing market and atmosphere. The municipality has plans and information about neighbourhood development available via heerlen.nl.
For which buyers is Mariarade a serious option?
Mariarade mainly attracts families and movers looking for space at a relatively reasonable price compared to urban fringe markets. The largest age group in the neighbourhood is 45 to 65 years, which explains the quiet, established atmosphere. First-time buyers can find a home here at the lower end of the market, but keep in mind additional costs such as transfer tax (2%) and notary fees. If you are not yet ready to take the step to buying, find information about rental properties in Mariarade as an alternative. With older homes, always pay attention to the structural condition and energy performance, as the average energy consumption is on the high side at 1,100 m³ of gas.
Searching for a home in Mariarade: how to use this overview
Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only know what a home costs but also how the area feels. Use the filters at the top for price, size and energy label. Want to broaden your search? Then also check Nieuw Lotbroek, De Koumen or the total supply of homes for sale in Heerlen.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of buying a house in Mariarade?
Over the past twelve months, 42 homes were sold in Mariarade with an average purchase price of €322,069. Prices ranged from €160,000 to €845,000, with an average living area of 144 m². The average WOZ value is €199,000, slightly below the Heerlen average of €203,000.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Mariarade?
In addition to the purchase price, as a buyer you typically pay transfer tax (2% for homes as primary residence, 0% for first-time buyers under certain conditions), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possibly estate agent fees. For a home of €322,000, you can expect additional costs of €8,000 to €15,000. Also have a structural survey carried out, especially for the older homes from the 1950s and 1960s that are common in Mariarade.
What types of homes are for sale in Mariarade?
The supply of homes for sale in Mariarade mainly consists of single-family homes from the post-war construction period, with an average area of 144 m². Detached homes also occur, as shown by the higher sale prices up to €845,000. Those considering buying an apartment in Mariarade have less choice; apartments make up a smaller part of the housing stock than in Heerlen city centre.
How accessible is Mariarade?
Mariarade is easily accessible by car via the A76, which provides access to Maastricht, Sittard and the border region with Germany and Belgium. Arriva bus lines connect the neighbourhood to Heerlen station, from where trains run to Maastricht and Aachen. Residents rate accessibility 8.0 out of 10, one of the highest subscores in the neighbourhood.
Is Mariarade a safe neighbourhood to buy a home?
Residents rate safety 6.0 out of 10. One resident reports that there have been regular police incidents recently, including burglaries, especially in Mariarade-Noord. This is a point to seriously consider when buying in Mariarade. At the same time, residents appreciate the proximity of shops and schools, and the neighbourhood has a stable housing market with 42 transactions in the past year.
Mariarade north can be a very nice neighbourhood, there are many shops and several schools nearby, but it certainly has its downsides: most houses are from the 50s to 60s and are often poorly maintained. There are also frequent police incidents in the area, recently also burglaries and so on. All in all, it can be a great neighbourhood, but you can also have a lot of bad luck.
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