A terraced house in Op den Haan
This terraced house on Schoutstraat 8 sits in Op den Haan, a neighbourhood in the north of Brunssum. With 810 residents, it is a compact community where the average household size is 2.2 people. The asking price of €249,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price for homes in this neighbourhood. For context, terraced houses in Brunssum currently average around €219,500.
The home itself
The house was built in 1960 and has an energy label E, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs. According to the BAG registration, the living area is 138 m², which is 94% larger than the neighbourhood average of 71 m². The plot measures 153 m² according to the BAG registration. The agent does not provide further details about the layout or features of this home.
Life in Op den Haan
Residents of the district Brunssum-Noord give their area an average score of 6.74 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Good!!!! Only in the supermarkets the friendliness could be a bit better." Another describes the area as "Reasonable". The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with 24% of residents aged 65 or over and 16% under 15. Around 55% of homes in the Op den Haan neighbourhood are owner-occupied.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Aldi a couple of streets away. Basisschool Titus Brandsma is a five-minute walk, and Huisartsenpraktijk Claessens en Soeters is on your doorstep, with BENU Apotheek Oud-Brunssum nearby. Bus stop Brunssum, Merkelbeekerstraat is just around the corner, served by lines 2, 37, 56 and 637. The nearest train station is Hoensbroek, about 5.6 km away. The municipality of Brunssum offers further amenities within easy reach.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €223,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 12% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 63%, from €137,000 to €223,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the home was built before 1970 and 92% of properties in this postcode area date from before 1970. Road traffic noise is 44 dB Lden and aircraft noise 45 dB Lden, both below the noise standard. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is low currently but medium by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Ralf Trafas Makelaardij en Vastgoed.
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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 Schoutstraat 8, Brunssum
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €249,000 is 12% above the WOZ value of €223,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 63%, from €137,000 to €223,000.
What is the living area of this home?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 138 m², which is 94% larger than the neighbourhood average of 71 m². The plot measures 153 m² according to the BAG registration. The agent does not provide further details about the layout or number of rooms.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has energy label E, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient homes. The agent does not mention any specific insulation features. In the neighbourhood, most homes for sale have a better energy label.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. This is because the home was built in 1960, before 1970, and 92% of properties in this postcode area date from before 1970. The soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood and climate risks for this address?
At address level, the pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is elevated, while the flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public risk data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn is the nearest supermarket at 539 metres, with another Albert Heijn at 558 metres. Aldi is at 605 metres, Jan Linders at 717 metres and Lidl at 1,426 metres. In total, there are 23 supermarkets within 5 km of this address.
Which schools are close to this home?
Basisschool Titus Brandsma is the nearest primary school at 436 metres, with 157 pupils. Basisschool De Opstap is at 756 metres and RK BS De Caleidoscoop at 778 metres. There are 30 schools within 5 km, including secondary education at 1.8 km distance.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Brunssum, Merkelbeekerstraat at 154 metres, served by lines 2, 37, 56 and 637. Brunssum, Sint Gregoriuskerk is at 297 metres with lines 2, 37 and 56. The nearest train station is Hoensbroek at 5.6 km.
How do residents rate this area?
Residents of the district Brunssum-Noord give their area an average score of 6.74 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Good!!!! Only in the supermarkets the friendliness could be a bit better." Another describes the area as "Reasonable". These reviews describe the wider district, not just Op den Haan.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, garden, balcony or any installations. As a result, the layout and features of this home are not known from the listing. The only property details available are the living area of 138 m² and plot of 153 m², both from the BAG registration.
