A room in Scharn, Maastricht
This is a room for rent on Burgemeester Cortenstraat in Scharn, a friendly part of Maastricht. The listing does not state a floor area, year of construction or energy label, so the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the room itself. At €440 a month, the rent sits well below the average for rooms in the area, which is €545. For context, rooms in Maastricht give a sense of what is available across the city.
The Scharn neighbourhood
Scharn is a calm, established neighbourhood where people know each other. One resident describes it as a "Perfect and nice neighbourhood", adding: "It's very easy to get to shops from the neighbourhood. Everyone is friendly, almost no crime and very cosy everywhere." That single review gives a warm impression, though it is based on just one voice. The area is home to a mix of ages, with a noticeable share of single-person households, and the streets have a settled, residential feel. The Scharn neighbourhood has its own character within the wider city.
Life on the street
Daily errands are simple from here. An Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and a PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, so picking up bread or groceries takes minutes. For schools, VMBO Porta Mosana College is a five-minute walk away, and Basisschool De Vlinderboom is a couple of streets further. The train station is about 1.8 km away, which is a manageable distance for a commute. The municipality of Maastricht covers the wider area, with its own amenities and services.
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At the time of writing, this room is listed through two channels, including MIJN HUIS en ik.
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About Burgemeester Cortenstraat 71K2, Maastricht
Is €440 a fair price for this room?
The rent of €440 is noticeably below the average of €545 for rooms in Scharn, and also under the average of €978 for all rental homes in the neighbourhood. With only a handful of rentals currently available, the price looks keen compared with what is being asked elsewhere in the area.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Scharn is described by a resident as a "Perfect and nice neighbourhood", with easy access to shops, friendly people and almost no crime. The area has a mix of ages, with a large share of single-person households, giving it a quiet, residential character. It is a comfortable place to live, based on the available review.
How close are the shops?
An Albert Heijn is just 66 metres away, so it is literally on your doorstep, and a PLUS supermarket is 131 metres away, just around the corner. For a wider choice, there are more supermarkets within a short distance, making daily shopping very straightforward.
Are there schools nearby?
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. VMBO Porta Mosana College is 382 metres away, and Basisschool De Vlinderboom is 564 metres away. There are also other primary and secondary schools in the area, so families have options close by.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.8 km from the room, which is a reasonable distance for getting around. You can reach it by bike or on foot, depending on your preference, and it connects you to the wider region.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
MIJN HUIS en ik has published only the street and price on Pararius.
