A semi-detached home in the heart of Beek
On Merellaan 30 in Beek En Donk, this semi-detached house from 1952 sits in a setting that the agent describes as both in the centre and in a residential area. The asking price of €400,000 is 21% below the average asking price of €508,183 for homes in the neighbourhood, and it is also 13% below the WOZ value. According to the agent, the home has 5 rooms, 3 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom spread over 2 floors, with a volume of 557 m³. The living area is listed as 112 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 158 m². The plot measures 312 m² according to both sources. For context, the neighbourhood has 22 homes for sale, with an average asking price of €508,183 and a median of €452,500. This home is one of the [semi-detached houses in Laarbeek]( /koopwoningen/laarbeek/twee-onder-een-kapwoningen/).
The home itself
The house features a garden at the rear (57 m²) and a front garden, with the rear garden oriented to the northwest and accessible via the back. There is also a detached brick garage. The property is freehold, so you own the land outright. According to the agent, the insulation includes roof insulation, mostly double glazing, wall insulation, and floor insulation. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler. The energy label is C, which means the home is moderately efficient, so expect reasonable energy costs. The year of construction, 1952, is a fact of the building's history, but no condition issues are implied.
Life in Beek
Residents of [the Beek neighbourhood]( /buurt/beek-laarbeek/) give their area an average score of 7.91, based on four reviews. One resident says: "It's really a nice area to live in, I've lived here all my life and never wanted to live anywhere else. Lots of amenities in the neighbourhood, enforcement officers who patrol regularly, also plenty of schools." Another resident adds: "Quiet neighbourhood with many different types of people.... I also feel safe in my neighbourhood because nothing bad ever happens that would make me feel less safe. The education in the neighbourhood is fine; there are several primary schools and also a secondary school. I also think the greenery in the neighbourhood is good; there are quite a lot of trees and enough small parks where you can walk." A third resident notes: "Everyone gets along well with each other and it's quiet and well-maintained. No street litter or overflowing bins." The neighbourhood has about 5,760 inhabitants, and 68% of the homes are owner-occupied.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, and the PLUS is a ten-minute walk away. Primary schools are close by: Basisschool 'T Otterke is a couple of streets away, and Kindcentrum De Raagten is. The nearest GP is Medisch Centrum Beek en Donk, and the pharmacy Apotheek Beek & Donk BV is. For public transport, the bus stop Beek en Donk, Pater Becanusstraat is on your doorstep, served by line 259, and the stop Beek en Donk, Gemeentehuis has lines 25 and 259. The nearest train station is Helmond, about 6.5 km away. This is all within [the municipality of Laarbeek]( /gemeente/laarbeek/).
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €461,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €400,000 is 13% below this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 58%, from €292,000 to €461,000. As for address-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise is 34 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, based on the sandy soil and the pre-1970 construction year. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is medium, the current flood risk is medium, and the flood risk in 2050 is also medium. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Van den Hurk Makelaars and their listing on Funda.
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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 Merellaan 30, Beek En Donk
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €400,000 is 13% below the WOZ value of €461,000, 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 of €508,183 for homes in the neighbourhood, according to the precomputed comparison.
What is the layout of this semi-detached house?
According to the agent, the home has 5 rooms, 3 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom spread over 2 floors. The living area is listed as 112 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 158 m². The plot measures 312 m². There is a rear garden of 57 m² and a front garden, plus a detached brick garage.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent also states that the home has roof insulation, mostly double glazing, wall insulation, and floor insulation. The heating is provided by a central heating boiler. The label itself does not indicate the structural condition of the home.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data. This is based on the sandy soil type and the fact that the home was built before 1970, specifically in 1952. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The road traffic noise is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Aircraft noise is 34 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the flood risk for this home?
The pluvial flooding risk (from heavy rain) is medium, the current flood risk is medium, and the flood risk in 2050 is also medium, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. These are area-level indications, not a guarantee for this specific property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner at 290 metres, and the PLUS is at 844 metres, about a ten-minute walk. There are also other supermarkets within 5 km, including MCD at 2.4 km and Aldi at 2.7 km. In total, there are 11 supermarkets within 5 km of this address.
What schools are close to this home?
Basisschool 'T Otterke is a couple of streets away at 424 metres, and Kindcentrum De Raagten is at 587 metres. There are also Basisschool De Muldershof at 606 metres and OBS Het Klokhuis at 646 metres. For secondary education, Commanderij College locatie De Laarbeecke is at 999 metres.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Beek en Donk, Pater Becanusstraat, on your doorstep at 210 metres, served by line 259. The stop Beek en Donk, Gemeentehuis at 282 metres has lines 25 and 259. The nearest train station is Helmond, about 6.5 km away.
What do residents say about living in Beek?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.91, based on four reviews. One resident says it's a nice area with lots of amenities and schools, while another mentions the quiet atmosphere and the greenery. A third resident notes that everyone gets along well and the streets are tidy. These reviews are about the neighbourhood, not this specific home.
