Grote Koppel 21
Gildekwartier, Amersfoort
AreaA calm, well-kept apartment in Amersfoort
This apartment on Grote Koppel 21 sits in the Gildekwartier, a quiet corner of Amersfoort where the streets feel settled and the pace is relaxed. The home itself is part of a modern building from 2004, with a floor area of 116 m² that gives you room to spread out. That is 49% more space than the average rental in the neighbourhood, which typically comes in at 78 m². At €2,010 per month, the rent sits above the local average of €1,650, so you are paying for the extra square metres and the energy label A efficiency. For context, apartments in Amersfoort generally ask less, but this one is clearly a larger, more efficient option.
The Gildekwartier
The Gildekwartier neighbourhood is a small, established pocket of Amersfoort with around 780 residents. The population skews older, with 38% aged 65 or over, and most households are singles or couples without children. It is a quiet, mature area where the streets are tidy and the neighbours tend to keep to themselves. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here comes from the census data rather than word of mouth. The mix of ages gives the area a steady, unhurried feel, and the low number of families with children means it is rarely busy with school-run traffic.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from here. The Ekoplaza is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn a couple of streets away, and Dirk and Aldi both within a five-minute walk. For school runs, Basisschool Sint Joris is 245 metres away, and Evangelische Basisschool De Parel is 366 metres, so primary-age children can walk themselves. The train station is 2 km away, which is a manageable distance for commuting. The municipality of Amersfoort has a well-connected network of cycle paths and roads, making it simple to get around the wider area.
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About Grote Koppel 21, Amersfoort
Is €2,010 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is €2,010 per month for 116 m², which is 49% larger than the neighbourhood average of 78 m². The average rental in the Gildekwartier is €1,650, so this home is priced above that, but the extra space and the energy label A explain the difference. Whether it feels fair depends on how much you value the larger floor area and the lower energy costs that come with a label A home.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label a home can have. That means you can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs compared to homes with lower labels. The label is an official registration, so it reflects the property's energy performance as recorded in the national system. It is a strong point for this apartment, especially given its size.
How big is this apartment compared to others in the area?
This apartment has a floor area of 116 m², which is 49% larger than the average rental in the Gildekwartier, where the typical home is 78 m². That is a significant difference, giving you noticeably more living space than most rentals in the neighbourhood. The extra square metres are a key reason the rent is above the local average.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
The Gildekwartier is a quiet, mature neighbourhood with around 780 residents. The population is mostly older, with 38% aged 65 or over, and households are predominantly singles or couples without children. It is a settled area with a steady, unhurried pace, and the low number of families means it is rarely busy. The streets are tidy and the atmosphere is calm.
How far is the train station from this home?
The train station is 2 km from this apartment. That is a reasonable distance for a commute, whether you cycle, drive, or take a bus. It is not on your doorstep, but it is close enough that getting to other cities is straightforward. The exact travel time depends on your mode of transport, but the distance is manageable.
What shops and schools are nearby?
For groceries, Ekoplaza is 124 metres away, Albert Heijn is 229 metres, and Dirk and Aldi are both 342 metres. For schools, Basisschool Sint Joris is 245 metres away and Evangelische Basisschool De Parel is 366 metres, so primary-age children can walk. The area is well served for daily errands, with most essentials within a short walk.
