IJzeren, Valkenburg aan de Geul
NeighbourhoodThis semi-detached house on Kruisstraat sits in the quiet, green setting of IJzeren, a small neighbourhood on the edge of Valkenburg. With 214 m² of living space and a 670 m² plot, there is plenty of room for a family. The house dates from 1927 and has an energy label B, so it combines character with reasonable efficiency. At €635,000, the price is in line with the market for semi-detached houses in Valkenburg aan de Geul.
IJzeren is a tiny, rural neighbourhood with only 310 residents and 122 homes, almost all single-family houses. Most homes are owner-occupied (93%), and the area is very quiet, the address density is just 158 addresses per km², making it one of the least urban places in the region. The population is mixed: many families with children, but also a fair share of older residents. One resident says: "It is very quiet and green here, with lots of space." Another notes: "You really feel like you live in the countryside, yet Valkenburg is close." Based on two reviews, people appreciate the peace and the open landscape. For more context, see the IJzeren neighbourhood.
Daily shopping means a short drive or cycle to the nearest supermarket, the PLUS, or the Jan Linders. For primary school, the nearest is Rooms Katholieke Basisschool Maurice Rose, about 1.7 km away, a manageable walk or bike ride. There are several other primary schools within 5 km, including Openbare basisschool Berg and Op de 10 Bunder. The area is car-dependent, but the peace and green surroundings make up for it. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Valkenburg aan de Geul.
At the time of writing, the home is listed only via VAQS Makelaardij.
Details of this home
Kruisstraat 18A, Valkenburg (Li)
Data from IJzeren
9 within 5 km
7 within 5 km
About Kruisstraat 18A, Valkenburg (Li)
The price of €635,000 is in line with the market for semi-detached houses in Valkenburg aan de Geul. The house offers 214 m² of living space on a 670 m² plot, which is generous. The energy label B helps keep running costs reasonable. Given the size and the quiet location, the price reflects what you would expect for a property of this type in this area.
IJzeren is a very quiet, rural neighbourhood with almost only single-family homes. It has a low address density, so you get plenty of space and greenery. The population is a mix of families and older residents. Residents describe it as peaceful and green, with a countryside feel. It is not urban, so you will need a car for most errands.
The nearest supermarket is the PLUS at about 2.1 km, followed by Jan Linders at 2.9 km and Albert Heijn at 3.2 km. There are nine supermarkets within 5 km, so you have a good choice, but you will need to drive or cycle to get there.
The nearest primary school is Rooms Katholieke Basisschool Maurice Rose at about 1.7 km. Other primary schools within 5 km include Openbare basisschool Berg and Op de 10 Bunder. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 5.7 km away, so a longer commute is needed.
The nearest train station is 4.2 km away. That is a short drive or a longer bike ride. The station connects to the regional rail network, but the distance means you will likely use a car or bike to get there.
The energy label is B, which is quite efficient for a house built in 1927. It means the home has good insulation and heating systems, so energy costs should be moderate. You can expect lower bills compared to older homes with poorer labels.
6 homes in the district Sibbe - IJzeren
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