A room with a difference
This was a room for rent on Populierweg in Limmel, Maastricht, but it was not your typical student digs. The listing did not state an energy label, so the rest of this page focuses on the street and the neighbourhood rather than the home's efficiency. At €800 per month, it was a price that sat above the average for rooms in the area, which was around €737, so it was on the high side. For context, rooms in Maastricht show a range of options. This home has not been online since 8 August 2026.
Limmel: quiet and green
Limmel is a neighbourhood that residents describe as quiet and safe. One resident says: "I've been living here for a year now, Limmel is a nice and quiet neighbourhood, even with university students, it remains a peaceful environment for everyone. So I'm very satisfied." Another notes: "Quiet and safe." A third has mixed feelings, mentioning "too many outsiders" and a desire for more cameras, but still appreciates the little park. Based on three reviews, the overall score is 8.21 out of 10. The area has a mix of ages, with a large share of young adults, and many single-person households. The Limmel neighbourhood has its own character within the city.
Daily life on Populierweg
For daily errands, you're just around the corner from a SPAR express, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. A Jumbo is about a ten-minute walk. For schools, Integraal Kindcentrum De Geluksvogel is just around the corner, and there are several other primary schools within a short walk or cycle. The municipality of Maastricht provides the wider context, with the municipality of Maastricht offering a range of amenities and services.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed through two channels, including Woonmanagement Maastricht.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Populierweg 53A-1.2, Maastricht
Was €800 a fair price for this room?
The asking rent was €800 per month. In Limmel, the average rent for a room was €737, so this was about 8.5% above the average. The room is part of a larger property with 271 m² of floor space, which is significantly larger than the neighbourhood average of 136 m².
How is the neighbourhood Limmel?
Residents give Limmel an average score of 8.21 out of 10. One resident says: "I've been living here for a year now, Limmel is a nice and quiet neighbourhood, even with university students, it remains a peaceful environment for everyone. So I'm very satisfied." Another says: "Quiet and safe." A third mentions mixed experiences, noting "too many outsiders" but also a pleasant little park. Overall, it's seen as a quiet, safe area.
What amenities are nearby?
You'll find a SPAR express at 222 metres and an Albert Heijn at 332 metres, so daily groceries are close by. A Jumbo is about 1.1 km away. For schools, Integraal Kindcentrum De Geluksvogel is at 264 metres, and there are several other primary schools within a couple of kilometres. The nearest park is at 300 metres, and the train station is 1.7 km away.
How long do rentals in this neighbourhood typically stay on the market?
In Limmel, rental properties are rented out in an average of 21 days. This suggested that homes here tend to find tenants relatively quickly, so if you're interested, it might be worth acting promptly.
Why were there no property details in this listing?
Woonmanagement Maastricht had published only the street and price on the listing.
