Homes for sale in Scharn, Maastricht

House prices and market figures in Scharn, Maastricht

Scharn is a neighbourhood where the owner-occupied housing market is well above the Maastricht average. The average purchase price over the past twelve months was €494,761, with a range from €195,000 to €1,495,000. That is a significant difference from the average WOZ value of €349,000 in the neighbourhood, which itself is already well above the average of the district Buitenwijk Oost (€295,000) and the municipality Maastricht (€302,000). Converted, you pay around €3,192 per square metre here, based on an average living area of 155 m². Of the more than 3,270 homes in Scharn, 54% are owner-occupied and 46% are rental, part of which is social housing. The supply consists of a mix of spacious single-family homes, semi-detached houses and apartments. At the top of this page you will find the current supply with the most recent asking prices and selling times.

Living in Scharn, Maastricht

Scharn is one of those neighbourhoods in Maastricht that can best be described as a quiet, well-organised residential area with a village character, but within cycling distance of the city centre. The buildings mostly date from the 1960s and 1970s, with wide streets, many low-rise buildings and newer apartments here and there. Along the Scharnerweg and Bemelergrubbe you will find the typical terraced houses and semi-detached houses that characterise Scharn, while towards the Bemelerweg there are also larger detached houses.

In terms of amenities, Scharn is fairly complete. Shopping centre Scharn on the Scharnerweg has an Albert Heijn, bakery, chemist and various specialist shops. So you don't have to leave the neighbourhood for daily groceries. There are several primary schools in the immediate vicinity, including De Perroen primary school and Montessorischool Maastricht. Sports park De Heeg is nearby for football and tennis, and the Stadspark and Geusseltbaan offer space for running or walking. Resident Juno sums it up succinctly: "It's very easy to get to shops from the neighbourhood. Everyone is friendly, almost no crime and very cosy everywhere." The neighbourhood scores a 9.0 from residents on the Scharn neighbourhood page.

Accessibility is one of its strongest points. The neighbourhood is close to the A2 and A79, so you can quickly reach Heerlen, Sittard or towards Liège. By bus (lines 1 and 5) you are at Maastricht station in a quarter of an hour, and by bike the city centre can be reached in ten minutes. The accessibility sub-score is therefore a perfect 10.

Compared to nearby neighbourhoods such as Amby and Heugemerveld, Scharn is slightly more expensive, but you get a complete range of amenities and a strong sense of community in return. If you prefer to be closer to the station, you could also look at Wyckerpoort, although the atmosphere there is much more urban. If you are looking for more space and a more rural feel within the same district, Nazareth is worth exploring.

Does a home for sale in Scharn suit you?

Scharn attracts a wide audience. The largest age group is 45-65 years, but with 785 children under 15 and over 1,400 people aged 65 and over, it is clearly a neighbourhood for all stages of life. Families benefit from the good schools and quiet character. Movers-up find the space here that is lacking in the city centre. Seniors appreciate the amenities within walking distance. First-time buyers, however, must take the higher prices into account: with an average of almost €495,000, buying a home in Scharn is not an entry-level market. Those with a lower budget can consider rental homes in Scharn or look at the broader market of homes for sale in Buitenwijk Oost. Also keep in mind that popular homes here sell quickly and overbidding is not uncommon.

What residents say about Scharn

Scharn receives an overall score of 9.0 out of 10 from residents. The highest sub-scores are for accessibility (10), community (10), beauty (10) and education (10). The lowest score is for greenery, with a 6.0, which is striking for a neighbourhood with quite a few green strips. Resident Juno calls it a "perfect and nice neighbourhood" and emphasises the convenience of amenities and the friendly atmosphere. Curious about all the ratings? Check the reviews and neighbourhood data on the Scharn page.

Compare homes for sale around Scharn and Maastricht

On Buurtje.nl you can view the housing supply from more than 1,500 sources, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews that you won't find anywhere else. This way you not only discover what is for sale, but also whether the neighbourhood really suits you. Compare Scharn with neighbourhoods such as Limmel or Wittevrouwenveld, or broaden your search to the whole of Maastricht. Districts such as Centrum and Buitenwijk Noordwest are also worth a look. More information about living in Maastricht can also be found on the website of the municipality of Maastricht.