Vaals
LimburgVaals

Municipality of Vaals

Municipality in Limburg

7.7
Residents give Vaals a good ratingThis score is based on 4 responses
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Vaals has 10,121 residentsMost are 65 years or older old
There are 5,862 homes in VaalsCurrently there are 79 for sale and 3 for rent
Energy label A is the most common in VaalsBased on registered homes

Vaals is located in the province of Limburg The municipality has a total area of 2.390 hectares, of which 2.389 hectares are land and 1 hectares are water. The municipality is coded as GM0981. The postcode area is 6291AA-6295ND.

Residents

Vaals has 10.121 residents. Of these, 51,0% are men and 49,0% are women. Most residents are 65 years or older (29,6%). The other age groups are 29,1% for '45 to 65 years', 19,2% for '25 to 45 years', 11,2% for '15 to 25 years' and 10,9% for '0 to 15 years'. Of the residents, 42,9% is unmarried, 40,5% is married, 9,6% is divorced and 7,0% is widowed. 4.602 residents originate from the Netherlands, 4.718 come from Europe and 801 come from countries outside Europe.

There are 5.564 households in Vaals. 49,8% of these are single-person households, 29,9% households without children and 20,3% households with children. The average household size is 1,8 persons.

In Vaals there are 7.700 income recipients. The average income per income recipient is €32.600, which is €3.200 (9%) lower than the national average of €35.800. Per resident, the average income is €27.300, which is €1.900 (7%) lower than the national average of €29.200. Most residents of Vaals are educated to an intermediate level. 47,7% have an intermediate education (HAVO, VWO or MBO 2-4), 28,1% have a lower education (VMBO or MBO 1) and 24,1% have a university or higher professional education (HBO/WO).

Of the 10.121 residents, around 50% are in paid employment, which amounts to 5.061 people. This is 15% lower than the national average of 65%. The majority of workers are in salaried employment (83%), while 17% are self-employed. In Vaals, 31% of residents receive a benefit. The largest group is those receiving a state pension (AOW). 2.330 people receive this benefit.

Housing

In Vaals there are 5.862 homes with an average assessed value (WOZ) of €220.000. Of these, around 91% are occupied and 9% unoccupied. Most homes are rental properties. This amounts to 55% rental homes and 45% owner-occupied homes. Of the homes, 44% privately owned, 27% owned by housing associations, 27% owned by other landlords and 2% of unknown ownership. The most common construction periods in Vaals are 1950-1970 (24%) and 1970-1980 (16%).

Homes for sale

There are currently no homes for sale in Vaals. The most recently listed home is Irmgardstraat 5 by Laan20 Makelaars op Pararius. No homes were sold in Vaals over the past year.

Rental homes

There are currently no homes for rent in Vaals. The most recent home is De Lange Akker 124, offered by www.thuisinlimburg.nl. No homes were let in Vaals over the past year.

No recent rental data available for Vaals.

Energy

In Vaals there are 5.280 addresses with a registered energy label. The most common labels are C (31%), A (16%) and B (13%). On average, an address in Vaals uses 2.450 kWh of electricity per year. This is 13% below the national average of 2.810 kWh. With an annual consumption of 1.150 m³ per address, natural gas consumption is 10% below the national average of 1.280 m³.

Amenities

GP
1,5 km
Pharmacy
1,5 km
Hospital
14,2 km
Supermarket
1,5 km
Railway station
14,6 km
Day nursery
0,9 km
Primary school
1,0 km
Secondary school
10,6 km
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7.7
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Experiences of Vaals

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7.5
Brigitte
Living together · Overig
Lemiers15-08-2025
Rural with many different nationalities

Nothing special

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Fabrice
Family · Vrijstaand huis
Vaals
29-07-2025
Special

Never had any problems

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6.9
Brigitte
Living together · Overig
Lemiers06-07-2025
If you're not from here, you don't really count

Difficult neighbourhood, if you're not from here it's hard to join associations, most people are friendly but still very much to themselves. Well accessible by bus 4 times per hour to Vaals/Aachen and same bus to Maastricht. Bus line 350 Maastricht - Vaals Aachen And 2 times per hour a bus to Heerlen. 1 beautician Nicole and 1 Greek shop

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6.3
Rademakers
Family · Terraced house
Vaals
09-06-2024
A nice suburb of Vaals but not the best

The street "Heuvel" in Vaals is a special and charming location that perfectly captures the characteristic atmosphere of this South Limburg municipality. As you walk down this street, you are immediately struck by the picturesque image it offers, with old houses that have a nostalgic appearance and the unique, rolling topography that lives up to its name. Heuvel is known for its historic buildings and authentic Limburg architecture. The houses along this street are often adorned with beautiful facades and well-maintained gardens, contributing to a sense of peace and rural charm. This makes Heuvel a popular spot for both residents and visitors looking for a touch of history and tradition. One of the striking aspects of Heuvel is its quiet and peaceful character. Despite being centrally located in Vaals, the street offers an oasis of calm, far from the hustle and bustle of big cities. This makes it an ideal place for a relaxing walk, where you can enjoy the view of the surrounding hilly landscape so typical of this region. Furthermore, the proximity of various amenities, such as shops, cafés, and cultural attractions, adds to the street's appeal. Heuvel is a short distance from the Three-Country Point, a tourist attraction where the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany meet. This geographical location gives an extra dimension to living or staying on this street. All in all, Heuvel in Vaals offers a unique combination of historic charm, natural beauty, and practical advantages. It is a street that invites you to explore and enjoy everything it has to offer. Whether you are a resident who appreciates the peaceful ambiance or a tourist wanting to experience the authentic atmosphere of Vaals, Heuvel will certainly not disappoint.

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Statistics about the residents

Ages

Residents per age category

Household composition

Households per category
2,770Single-person households
1,662Households without children
1,132Households with children

Gender

Residents by gender
Men
Women

Marital status

Residents by marital status
Married
Unmarried
Divorced
Widowed

Origin

Residents per category of origin
Netherlands
Europe
Outside Europe

Work & income

Labour participation and average income
€27,300 P.A.average per resident11% below the national average
€32,600 P.A.average per income recipient13% below the national average
1%is in paid employment
0%is self-employed
1%
of the residents are employed
72%
is the national average

Education level

Residents per education level
VMBO, MBO 1
HAVO/VWO, MBO 2-4
HBO/WO

Wealth

Median wealth per household
Vaals
Netherlands

Benefits

Residents per benefit type
Social assistance
Disability
Unemployment
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Housing market in Vaals

Sale price · Q3 2026
€373.932
average▼ 8,3%
€360.000
median▲ 6,7%
26 sales · vs. Q2 2026
€/m² for sale · Q3 2026
€2.534
average▲ 2,7%
€2.856
median▲ 22,2%
Rent · Q3 2026
€780
average▼ 25,6%
€772
median▼ 26,9%
5 lettings · vs. Q2 2026
€/m² for rent · Q3 2026
€24,4
average▲ 116,1%
€24,9
median▲ 110,5%

Price trend for sale

Sale price per quarter · Q3 '25 – Q2 '26
Average
Median

Sales market

Market speed and dynamics, last 12 months
99 days
average time listed · vs. last year
125
sales in the past year
168 m²
average living area
€139.000
lowest sale price in the past year

Rental market

Market speed and dynamics, last 12 months
33 days
average time listed · vs. last year
22
lettings in the past year
88 m²
average living area
€550
lowest rent in the past year

Year built

Age of the housing stock

Energy labels

Sustainability of the housing stock

Living area

Distribution of home sizes

Statistics about the homes

Home types

Addresses per home type

Construction periods

Addresses per construction period

Labels

Addresses per energy label

Energy consumption

Average per address, compared with the Netherlands
Natural gas (m³)
Vaals
1.150
Netherlands
1.280
Electricity (kWh)
Vaals
2.450
Netherlands
2.810

Frequently asked questions about Vaals

What kind of houses make up Vaals?

The housing stock is mainly post-war — 65% was built between 1945 and 1990. In addition, the most common type is flats (47%).

What is the average asking price in Vaals?

Over the past year a home for sale in Vaals was listed for an average of €416,219 (€2,673 per m²). Last quarter prices fell by 8%.

How much does renting cost in Vaals?

A rental home in Vaals cost an average of €937 per month (€15 per m²).

How does Vaals score on liveability?

Residents give Vaals a 7.7 out of 10 based on 4 reviews. The strongest score is for education (10.0), the weakest for amenities (4.0).

How is the population of Vaals composed?

Gemeente Vaals has 10,121 residents. The largest age group is 65+ years (30%). Notably, 50% of the households are single-person households.

How far are amenities from Vaals?

From Vaals you can on average reach a supermarket at 1.5 km, a GP at 1.5 km, a railway station at 14.6 km, a primary school at 1.0 km (as the crow flies, source: CBS).

How many homes are currently for sale in Vaals?

Right now you will find 79 homes for sale and 3 homes for rent in Vaals. A home for sale here is listed for an average of 99 days — relatively long for the current market.

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