Maria Gewanden, Heerlen
NeighbourhoodThis semi-detached house on Galerijstraat sits in a quiet part of Hoensbroek, with a 264 m² plot and an A energy label that keeps running costs low. At €309,000, the asking price is a touch above the neighbourhood average of €287,727, but the efficient label and generous plot help explain why. For context, semi-detached houses in Heerlen typically sell for around that figure.
Maria Gewanden is a residential area with a mix of ages, many residents are between 45 and 65, and a quarter are 65 or older. It's a family-friendly spot: about a third of households have children, and the streets are lined with single-family homes (70% of the housing stock). The neighbourhood feels calm and green, with a park just a few streets away. Based on available data, the Maria Gewanden neighbourhood has a strong sense of community.
Your daily routine here is straightforward. For groceries, Aldi is just around the corner, Lidl and PLUS are a couple of streets away, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk. Schools are close too: Basisschool de Vlieger is on your doorstep, and Broeklandcollege for secondary education is a five-minute walk. The train station is a 2.8 km walk or short cycle, and the municipality of Heerlen provides good local amenities.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Smeets Vastgoed B.V. and other platforms.
Details of this home
Galerijstraat 22, Hoensbroek
Data from Maria Gewanden
Data from Maria Gewanden
29 within 5 km
32 within 5 km
About Galerijstraat 22, Hoensbroek
The asking price of €309,000 is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €287,727 and the median of €275,000. However, this home has an A energy label and a 264 m² plot, which are both above average for the area. The average price per m² in Maria Gewanden is €2,740, so at 129 m² the price per m² here is about €2,395, which is actually below the neighbourhood average.
The home has an energy label A, which is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, only about 14% of homes have label A or better, so this is a strong point. You can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs compared to older homes with lower labels.
The plot measures 264 m², which is generous for a semi-detached house in this area. The listing does not specify a garden or terrace, but the plot size suggests there is outdoor space around the home. You would need to check the exact layout with the agent.
Maria Gewanden recorded 166 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for a neighbourhood of this size. The area feels residential and quiet, with a mix of families and older residents. The park nearby adds to the peaceful atmosphere.
The nearest train station is 2.8 km away, which is about a 35-minute walk or a 10-minute cycle.
Basisschool de Vlieger is just 469 m away, so it's on your doorstep. Broeklandcollege for secondary education is 627 m away, a five-minute walk. Other primary schools like De Regenboog and De Mheyster are within a ten-minute walk. The area has 32 schools within 5 km.
There are currently 22 homes for sale in Maria Gewanden. In the past year, 65 homes were sold, with an average selling time of 68 days. That's a bit over two months, which suggests a steady market without extreme urgency.
The neighbourhood has a mix of households: about 45% are one-person households, 30% are couples without children, and 24% are families with children. The average household size is 1.8. Many residents are between 45 and 65, and a quarter are over 65, so it's a mature area.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Maria Gewanden