Dokter Schaepmanplein en omgeving, Heerlen
NeighbourhoodThis 1932 terraced house on De Genestetstraat sits in a quiet residential part of Heerlen. With 125 m² of living space and a 169 m² plot, it offers generous proportions for a home of this era. The energy label C means it is reasonably efficient, though some modernisation may be considered. At €249,000, the asking price is 28% below the neighbourhood average of €347,600, making it a keen entry point compared to other terraced houses in Heerlen.
The Dr. Schaepmanplein en omgeving neighbourhood is a predominantly residential area with mostly pre-war and newer homes. The population is mixed: about a third of households have children, and a fifth are singles. Incomes are around the local average. The area feels calm and family-oriented, with a park just a couple of streets away. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood.
For daily groceries, Lidl is just around the corner, while Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk. Two primary schools, Vrijeschool Helianthus and Broederschool, are both within a five-minute walk, making the school run easy. A secondary school, Bernardinuscollege, is about a ten-minute walk away. The train station is 2.4 km away, so a bike or car is handy for longer journeys.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including Brandsma Vastgoed Woningmakelaardij B.V.
Details of this home
De Genestetstraat 14, Heerlen
Data from Dokter Schaepmanplein en omgeving
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About De Genestetstraat 14, Heerlen
The asking price of €249,000 is 28% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€347,600) and also below the average sold price of €286,600. Given the floor area of 125 m², the price per m² works out at about €1,992, which is well under the neighbourhood average of €3,507 per m². This makes it a relatively affordable option in the area.
The home has energy label C. This means it has reasonable insulation and heating efficiency, though not as high as modern standards. You can expect moderate energy bills, but improvements like better glazing or insulation could further reduce costs. The neighbourhood has a mix of labels: 40% are A+ and 40% are A, so this home is slightly less efficient than many nearby.
The neighbourhood has a good mix of households: about a third have children, and there are several primary schools within walking distance. The area is quiet and has a park just 300 metres away. With mostly single-family homes (94% of the housing stock), it feels family-friendly. However, there are no resident reviews available to give a personal perspective.
Lidl is 321 metres away, just a few minutes' walk. Albert Heijn is 1.2 km away, about a 15-minute walk. For primary education, Vrijeschool Helianthus (307 m) and Broederschool (335 m) are both very close. The nearest secondary school is Bernardinuscollege (948 m), offering VWO and havo levels.
The nearest train station is 2.4 km from the house. That is about a 30-minute walk or a 10-minute bike ride. It provides connections to the wider region, though specific destinations are not listed.
The plot measures 169 m². The house is a terraced property, so outdoor space is likely at the rear, but you would need to verify with the agent.
With 125 m² of floor area, a typical terraced house of this era often has three to four bedrooms, but this is not confirmed. The layout is not described in the listing.
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