Erenstein, Kerkrade
NeighbourhoodThis 1960s terraced house on Prinses Margrietstraat sits in a quiet residential part of Kerkrade. With 135 m² of living space over three floors, it's a practical family home that feels solid and well-proportioned. The energy label is E, which means heating costs will be noticeable, especially in a neighbourhood where most homes for sale have a better rating. The asking price of €229,000 is keen compared to the neighbourhood average, partly because the floor area is 42% smaller than the typical home here. For context, terraced houses in Kerkrade vary widely in size and price.
Erenstein is a mixed residential area with a calm, green feel. The population is around 1,600, with a fair share of older residents and singles, average household size is 1.8. About 59% of homes are single-family houses, and 39% are owner-occupied. The area has a moderate urban density, with shops and services within easy reach. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from the statistics. The Erenstein neighbourhood is well-established, with a mix of pre-war and newer homes.
For daily groceries, Albert Heijn is just a couple of streets away, and Jumbo is a ten-minute walk. There are several primary schools nearby: Rooms Katholieke Basisschool De Blokkenberg and Basisschool Sint Ursula are both within a five-minute walk. Secondary education is also close, with Het Martin Buber about a ten-minute walk. The train station is just around the corner, making commutes easy. A park is on your doorstep, and a restaurant is just a few minutes' walk. The municipality of Kerkrade offers further amenities within a short drive.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including Damen Makelaardij. The listing is available on multiple platforms, so you can view the full details there.
Details of this home
Prinses Margrietstraat 25, Kerkrade
Data from Erenstein
Data from Erenstein
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About Prinses Margrietstraat 25, Kerkrade
The asking price of €229,000 is below the neighbourhood average of €395,000, but this home is also smaller than the typical property here (135 m² vs 232 m²). The price per square metre works out at about €1,696, which is in line with the neighbourhood average of €1,703. Given the energy label E and the need for potential upgrades, the price seems keen and reflects the home's size and condition.
The energy label is E, which is below average for homes in Erenstein, most homes for sale here have label A or B. An E label means the home is not very energy-efficient, so you can expect higher heating bills. It may be worth considering improvements like insulation or a more efficient heating system to reduce costs over time.
The train station is 0.7 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to nearby cities.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Rooms Katholieke Basisschool De Blokkenberg (678 m) and Basisschool Sint Ursula (729 m). For secondary education, Het Martin Buber is 771 m away, and Beroepscollege Parkstad Limburg is about 1 km away.
Albert Heijn is the closest supermarket at 471 m, just a few minutes' walk. Jumbo is 990 m away, and there are also PLUS and Aldi within 1.5 km. So daily shopping is easy on foot or by bike.
At 135 m², this home is 42% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 232 m². That's a significant difference, so if you're looking for more space, you might find larger properties in Erenstein, though at a higher price.
The neighbourhood recorded 72 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for an area of this size. It's a residential area with a mix of ages, and the streets are generally quiet.
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