A warm welcome in Buchten
This semi-detached house on Dorpstraat sits in the heart of Buchten, a village in the municipality of Sittard-Geleen where life moves at a friendly pace. The asking price of €359,000 is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €457,179. For a sense of what this price buys you in the wider area, have a look at semi-detached houses in Sittard-Geleen.
A house with history and space
Built in 1935, this home has nine rooms, six bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 262 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 184 m². The plot measures 708 m² in the BAG registration and 620 m² according to the agent. The energy label is C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. The home has been listed since 28 October 2026.
Life in Buchten
Buchten is a village where neighbours look out for each other. 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, residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 8.9. The village has around 2,000 inhabitants, and about a quarter are 65 or older. For more on what it is like to live here, see the Buchten neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
Groceries are a couple of streets away, with Jumbo and Aldi both about a ten-minute walk from the door. Basisschool het Avontuur is just around the corner, and the GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Buchten is on your doorstep. The nearest pharmacy, Service Apotheek Born BV, is a ten-minute walk. Bus stops on the Keerweg and Dorpsstraat/Oude Baan are just around the corner, served by lines 17 and 18. The nearest train station is Susteren, about 4.3 km away. For a broader view of the area, the municipality of Sittard-Geleen has plenty to offer.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €430,000, and the asking price sits 17% below that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 58%, from €272,000 to €430,000. As for the address itself, road traffic noise is measured at 51 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while aircraft and industrial noise stay below their norms. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the clay soil and the age of the building, and the risk of pluvial flooding and flood risk are both medium. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including 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 Dorpstraat 55, Buchten
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €359,000 is 17% below the WOZ value of €430,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also 21% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €457,179.
How many bedrooms does this house have?
The house has six bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over nine rooms in total. The living area is listed as 262 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 184 m². The plot measures 708 m² in the BAG registration and 620 m² according to the agent.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, only about its energy performance.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the clay soil and the fact that the house was built in 1935. It is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk of pluvial flooding and flood risk are also both medium.
What shops and schools are nearby?
Jumbo and Aldi are both about a ten-minute walk away, and there are several other supermarkets within a short drive. Basisschool het Avontuur is just around the corner, and there are more primary schools within a couple of kilometres. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Buchten is on your doorstep.
How is the public transport in Buchten?
Bus stops on the Keerweg and Dorpsstraat/Oude Baan are just around the corner, served by lines 17 and 18. The nearest train station is Susteren, about 4.3 km away. This gives you options for getting around the region.
What do residents say about living in Buchten?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 8.9, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Everyone is there for each other. Good help from neighbours when ill, accepting parcels, friendly street neighbours, GREAT NEIGHBOURHOOD." Another mentions that neighbours look out for each other well.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 58%, from €272,000 to €430,000. The value increased steadily each year, with the largest jump between 2021 and 2022. This gives an indication of how property values in the area have moved.
