Baak van Breskens 5
De Baken, Amersfoort
AreaA modern apartment in De Baken
This apartment on Baak van Breskens 5 sits in De Baken, a young part of Amersfoort where the streets feel open and the pace is relaxed. Built in 2020, it has a fresh, contemporary feel throughout, with 91 square metres of living space and an A energy label, so running costs should stay modest. The rent of €1,785 a month sits slightly above the average for apartments in Amersfoort, which is in line with its recent build and efficient label.
The De Baken neighbourhood
De Baken is a neighbourhood with a strong family character, and the figures back that up: nearly half of households have children, and the average household size is 2.5 people. It is a place where you will see plenty of young families and a good mix of ages, with a third of residents between 25 and 45. The area feels well established despite its recent development, and the streets are laid out for everyday living. There are no resident reviews available yet, so this picture comes from the neighbourhood statistics rather than personal accounts. For a closer look at what the area offers, the De Baken neighbourhood page has more detail.
Life on the street
The daily routine here is straightforward. For bread and groceries, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Lidl and Jumbo a couple of streets away, so you have options without going far. For families, primary schools are close by: De Gondelier and P.C. basisschool De Vuurvogel are both a five-minute walk, and KBS De Marke is a bit further. The nearest secondary school, Yuverta vmbo Amersfoort, is about a ten-minute walk, which is handy for older children. The train station is a short distance away, and a park is on your doorstep for a quick break. All of this sits within the municipality of Amersfoort, where amenities are well spread out.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed through Beumer Verhuur and is also available via Funda, so you have a couple of channels to look at the full details.
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About Baak van Breskens 5, Amersfoort
Is €1,785 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,785 a month is slightly above the average of €1,718 for rentals in De Baken. With 91 square metres and an A energy label from 2020, the price reflects the modern build and efficient running costs. It is on the higher side compared to the neighbourhood average, but the recent construction and label justify part of that difference.
What does the A energy label mean for this home?
An A label is the most efficient category on the official energy scale, registered through EP-Online. For a home built in 2020, this suggests lower expected energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The label is an official registration and does not by itself describe the condition of the building, but it points to a home that should be economical to run.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The closest supermarket is the Albert Heijn at about 1.3 kilometres, which is a ten-minute walk or a short cycle. Lidl and Jumbo are both around 1.5 kilometres away, so you have several options for daily shopping without travelling far. The neighbourhood has a good spread of grocery stores within a short distance.
What schools are near this apartment?
There are several primary schools within a short walk. De Gondelier and P.C. basisschool De Vuurvogel are both about 460 to 470 metres away, and KBS De Marke is around 600 metres. For secondary education, Yuverta vmbo Amersfoort is about a kilometre away. This makes the area practical for families with children of different ages.
How close is the train station?
The train station is about 2.1 kilometres from this apartment. That is a manageable distance for a cycle or a short drive, though it is not within walking distance for most people. The neighbourhood itself is well connected for everyday needs, with a park and restaurants closer by.
What is the neighbourhood like for families?
De Baken has a clear family profile, with 49 percent of households having children and an average household size of 2.5. Around a quarter of residents are under 15, and the largest age group is 25 to 45, making up 35 percent. The streets and nearby schools reflect this, with several primary schools within a short walk and a park on the doorstep.
