A keenly priced semi-detached home in Buchten
Buchten is a village in the municipality of Sittard-Geleen, where life moves at a relaxed pace. This semi-detached house on Bettinumstraat 78, built in 1967, sits in a neighbourhood where residents give their surroundings an average score of 8.9. The asking price of €289,000 is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €457,179. For context, semi-detached houses in Sittard-Geleen are listed at various price points, and this home sits at the lower end of the local range.
The home itself
Inside, the house offers seven rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 124 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 170 m². The plot measures 240 m² according to the agent, with the BAG registration stating 234 m². The home has been listed since 28 October 2026. The energy label is C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs, though the exact amount will depend on your usage.
Life in Buchten
Residents of Buchten speak warmly of their community. 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." Based on four reviews, the average score is 8.9. The neighbourhood has around 2,000 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. The Buchten neighbourhood is one where people seem to find a sense of belonging.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Buchten, is just around the corner, and the pharmacy, Service Apotheek Born, is a couple of streets away. For groceries, Aldi and Jumbo are both about a ten-minute walk, with a SPAR express a bit further. Basisschool het Avontuur is a five-minute walk, and there are several other primary schools within reach. Bus stops on Burg. Lebensstraat and Dorpsstraat/Oude Baan are just around the corner, served by lines 17 and 18. The nearest train station, Susteren, is about 4.2 km away. The municipality of Sittard-Geleen offers further amenities and connections.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €311,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 7% below this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 54%, from €202,000 to €311,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 45 dB Lden, and from air traffic 21 dB Lden, both below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on area-level data, and the soil is clay. The climate indications for this address include a low risk of pluvial flooding, a medium flood risk currently and in 2050, and low heat stress now, rising to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Wagemans Wonen and Wagemans Wonen.
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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 Bettinumstraat 78, Buchten
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €289,000 is 7% below the WOZ value of €311,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. This means the asking price is lower than the official valuation, but the actual market price will depend on what buyers are willing to pay.
What is the layout of this semi-detached house?
The home has seven rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent lists the living area as 124 m², while the BAG registration records 170 m². The plot is 240 m² according to the agent, with the BAG registration stating 234 m². The house was built in 1967 and has an energy label C.
What is the WOZ value development over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value of this home increased by 54%, from €202,000 to €311,000. The reference date for the current WOZ value is 1 January 2025. This development reflects the general trend in the area, but the WOZ value is an official valuation, not a prediction of the sale price.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The soil type is clay, and the home was built in 1967. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk level is based on public data from sources like KCAF and the Atlas Leefomgeving.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Buchten, is about 316 metres away, and the pharmacy, Service Apotheek Born, is about 1.2 km. For groceries, Aldi and Jumbo are both around 1.1 km, and a SPAR express is about 1.6 km. Basisschool het Avontuur is about 400 metres away, and there are several other primary schools within a few kilometres.
What is public transport like near this home?
Bus stops on Burg. Lebensstraat and Dorpsstraat/Oude Baan are both about 200 metres away, served by lines 17 and 18. A third stop, Buchten, Keerweg, is about 263 metres away, also on lines 17 and 18. The nearest train station is Susteren, about 4.2 km from the home.
How do residents rate the neighbourhood?
Residents of Buchten give their neighbourhood an average score of 8.9, based on 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: "Neighbours are always there for you. Nice street, beautiful little gardens at almost everyone's."
What is the average asking price in the neighbourhood?
The average asking price for homes currently for sale in Buchten is €457,179, with a median of €386,250. The asking price of this home, €289,000, is 37% below the neighbourhood average. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €2,889, while this home is listed at €2,331 per m² based on the agent's floor area.
