Mercatorstraat 5
Rosarium en omgeving · 5911 AN Venlo
A grand townhouse in Venlo
This handsome terraced house sits on the Mercatorstraat in the Rosarium e.o. neighbourhood, right in the heart of Venlo. It's a lively, urban setting with the bustle of the centre close by, yet the street itself feels calm. The last known asking price of €469,000 was on the high side compared to the average for terraced houses in Venlo, which at the time stood at €519,227. This home has not been online since 2 September 2026.
Inside the herenhuis
Built in 1904, this herenhuis spans five floors and offers 4 rooms, including 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The living area was listed as 190 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent stated 157 m². The plot measures 105 m². The home features a patio/atrium garden of 11 m² and a sun terrace of 43 m², both facing north. According to the agent, the insulation included roof insulation, wall insulation, and double glazing. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler, partial underfloor heating, and a gas fireplace.
Life in Rosarium e.o.
The Rosarium e.o. neighbourhood is a compact urban area with around 1,485 residents, many of whom live alone. It's a place where people know each other; one resident of the municipality of Venlo says, "I experience a lot of safety here. Never felt like I had to watch out for my safety and the roads are nicely built." Another adds, "Cosy with people who always have time for a chat and always say hello." Across the municipality, residents give an average score of 7.97 based on 25 reviews. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents between 25 and 45.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. A Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, and another Jumbo is a couple of streets away. For primary education, St Martinus Basisschool is a five-minute walk, and Valuascollege for secondary education is just around the corner. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijken Craneveld, and the BENU Apotheek Withuisveld is nearby. Public transport is well within reach: the bus stop Venlo, Mgr. Nolensplein is on your doorstep, served by lines 4, 5, 83, 383, 683, and 811. Venlo train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Venlo offers all this and more.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not available for this property. According to area-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 48 dB Lden and from rail traffic 45 dB Lden, both below the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the home was built in 1904 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or shallow foundations. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while current flood risk is low, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including ES Makelaars B.V. and Engels Stikkelbroeck Makelaars.
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About Mercatorstraat 5, Venlo
What was the asking price for this terraced house?
The asking price was €469,000. This was on the high side compared to the average asking price for terraced houses in Venlo, which was €519,227. The price per square metre was €2,987, based on the agent's listed living area of 157 m².
How many rooms and bedrooms does this home have?
According to the agent, the home had 4 rooms in total, including 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It spans five floors. The living area was listed as 190 m² in the BAG registration, but the agent stated 157 m².
What is the energy label of this property?
The energy label is B. The agent also mentioned insulation including roof insulation, wall insulation, and double glazing, which could help with energy efficiency.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value was the municipal valuation, which was used for tax purposes, and it might differ from the asking price. Without this figure, it was not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to area-level data. This is because the home was built in 1904 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or shallow foundations. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood risks for this area?
According to area-level climate data, the pluvial flooding risk (from heavy rain) is elevated, while the current flood risk from rivers is low, and it is expected to remain low by 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. The nearest is a Jumbo, just around the corner at about 697 metres. Another Jumbo is at 760 metres, and a third at 842 metres. An Aldi is at 1,294 metres, and an AH XL is at 1,345 metres.
What schools are close to this home?
For primary education, St Martinus Basisschool is just around the corner at 233 metres, and Rudolf Steiner Educare is at 479 metres. For secondary education, Valuascollege is at 270 metres. There are also other primary schools within a short distance.
How far is the nearest bus stop and train station?
The nearest bus stop is Venlo, Mgr. Nolensplein, just 170 metres away, served by lines 4, 5, 83, 383, 683, and 811. Venlo train station is about 862 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Rosarium e.o. neighbourhood is a compact urban area with around 1,485 residents, many of whom live alone. Residents of the municipality of Venlo give an average score of 7.97 out of 10, based on 25 reviews. One resident mentions feeling safe and enjoying the friendly atmosphere.
