Schout Boutenstraat 22
Buchten, Sittard-Geleen
AreaA spacious family home in Buchten
This 1972 terraced house on Schout Boutenstraat sits in the quiet village of Buchten, part of Sittard-Geleen. With 163 m² of living space and a 333 m² plot, it offers plenty of room for a family. The energy label C means reasonable efficiency. At €425,000, the asking price was slightly above the neighbourhood average of €410,100, reflecting the larger-than-average floor area. For context, terraced houses in Sittard-Geleen typically sell for around €2,257 per m². This home has not been online since 4 September 2026.
Buchten: a close-knit village
Buchten is a small village with about 1,985 residents, where 84% of homes are single-family houses and 76% are owner-occupied. It scores an 8.9 out of 10 from resident reviews. One resident says: "We look out for each other well, there is always someone who helps where needed." Another adds: "Neighbours are always there for you. Nice street, beautiful little gardens at almost everyone's." The neighbourhood has a low urbanity score (4 out of 5), meaning it's fairly rural. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Buchten.
Daily life on Schout Boutenstraat
For groceries, you have Aldi and Jumbo both just under a kilometre away, so a short walk or cycle. There are two primary schools within walking distance: Basisschool het Avontuur and Openbare Basisschool de Wissel. A GP is half a kilometre away, and a park or public garden is just 400 m from the door. The nearest train station is 5.4 km away, so a car or bus is handy for longer journeys. The municipality Sittard-Geleen covers the wider area.
Source and availability
When this home was still on the market, it was listed through several channels, including Damen Makelaardij. The listing was available on both their own site and Funda.
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About Schout Boutenstraat 22, Buchten
Was €425,000 a fair price for this house?
The asking price of €425,000 was slightly above the neighbourhood average of €410,100, but this home was larger than many in Buchten (163 m² vs an average of 185 m² for sold homes). The price per m² worked out at about €2,607, which was higher than the neighbourhood average of €2,257 per m². Given the plot size and energy label C, the price was on the high side but reflected the generous living space.
What is the neighbourhood like in Buchten?
Buchten is a quiet, rural village with a strong sense of community. Residents describe it as a place where neighbours look out for each other and help when needed. The population is mixed, with a good number of families and older residents. Most homes are single-family houses, and the area has low crime rates (41 total offences). It's a peaceful setting for those who value a close-knit environment.
How far are schools and shops from this house?
Two primary schools are within a short walk: Basisschool het Avontuur at 511 m and Openbare Basisschool de Wissel at 620 m. For secondary education, the nearest school is 5.5 km away. Supermarkets are also close: Aldi and Jumbo are both under 900 m, so daily shopping is easy on foot or by bike. A GP is 500 m away, and a park is just 400 m from the door.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has energy label C, which is average for a house of this age (1972). In the neighbourhood, 14.3% of homes have label C, while 57.1% have label D or lower. It's not the most efficient, but also not the worst, typical for a house from the 1970s.
How many homes were for sale in Buchten?
At the time, there were 15 homes for sale in Buchten, with prices ranging from €239,000 to €750,000. The average asking price was €410,100, and the median was €349,500. In the past period, 28 homes were sold at an average price of €397,786, taking about 38 days to sell. This suggests a steady market with reasonable turnover.
Is there a garden with this house?
The listing did not explicitly mention a garden, but the plot size was 333 m², which was typical for a terraced house in this area.
