Buchten, Sittard-Geleen
NeighbourhoodThis semi-detached house on Bettinumstraat sits in the quiet village of Buchten, part of Sittard-Geleen. With 125 m² of living space on a 364 m² plot, it offers a comfortable layout. The asking price of €329,000 is 20% below the neighbourhood average of €410,100, making it a keen option. For context, semi-detached houses in Sittard-Geleen typically command higher prices.
Buchten scores an 8.9 out of 10 from four reviews. One resident says: "Here in our neighbourhood we are not all neighbourly, having coffee at each other's or visiting, but we look out for each other well, there is always someone who helps where needed." Another adds: "Everyone is there for each other. Good help from neighbours when ill, accepting parcels, friendly street neighbours, GREAT NEIGHBOURHOOD." The area is moderately urban (density 773 addresses per km²) and mostly consists of single-family homes (84%), with 76% owner-occupied. The neighbourhood Buchten has a mix of ages, with many residents between 45 and 65.
For daily groceries, Aldi and Jumbo are just over a kilometre away, while SPAR express is a bit further. Basisschool het Avontuur is a short walk from the house, and Openbare Basisschool de Wissel is about a ten-minute walk. The municipality Sittard-Geleen offers further amenities like a GP practice and a park within walking distance.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Fidus Makelaardij and Fidus Makelaardij Geleen.
Details of this home
Bettinumstraat 48, Buchten
Very good · 4 residents
Here in our neighbourhood we are not all neighbourly, having coffee at each other's or visiting, but we look out for each other well, there is always someone who helps where needed.
Auto-translated to English by AIEveryone is there for each other. Good help from neighbours when ill, accepting parcels, friendly street neighbours, GREAT NEIGHBOURHOOD
Auto-translated to English by AINeighbours are always there for you. Nice street, beautiful little gardens at almost everyone's. Our experience is that we're not leaving here!!!!
Auto-translated to English by AIWe, as elderly people in the neighbourhood, but especially on the street, are very satisfied. We are there for everyone, a very quiet neighbourhood. Only a pity that you don't hear much from the associations in this neighbourhood.
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About Bettinumstraat 48, Buchten
The asking price of €329,000 is 20% below the average asking price in Buchten (€410,100) and also below the median of €349,500. However, the home's floor area (125 m²) is smaller than the neighbourhood average of 185 m². Given the energy label B and the 1975 build year, the price appears competitive for the local market.
The home has energy label B, which is efficient. In Buchten, only 14.3% of homes have label B, and 57.1% have label D or lower. So this home is better insulated than most in the area, meaning lower heating costs compared to older homes.
Buchten has a mix of households: about 32% with children and 34% without. The area is quiet and neighbourly, as residents mention looking out for each other. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Basisschool het Avontuur at 383 m.
The nearest train station is 5.4 km away, so it's not within walking distance. For local bus services, you would need to check the specific lines, but the moderate urbanity suggests reasonable connections.
Sold homes in Buchten took an average of 38 days to sell, which is fairly typical. With 28 homes sold recently and 15 currently available, the market is active but not overheated.
The plot is 364 m², which is generous for a semi-detached home. The listing does not specify a garden, but the plot size suggests outdoor space. Residents mention "beautiful little gardens" in the neighbourhood.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Buchten