Vesting Muiden, Gooise Meren
NeighbourhoodThis apartment sits in a 1700s building on one of Muiden's most picturesque canals. With 60 m² of living space and an energy label C, it blends old-world charm with reasonable efficiency. The asking price of €495,000 is on the high side compared to other apartments in Gooise Meren, but the historic setting explains the premium.
The neighbourhood Vesting Muiden is a small, tight-knit community of about 1,220 residents. It's a mix of ages, with a notable share of over-65s and few children. Most homes are owner-occupied, and three-quarters are single-family houses. The area feels quiet and residential, with a low crime rate of 47 incidents per year. No resident reviews are available, so this description is based purely on the data.
For your morning bread, the nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn about 3 km away, not on your doorstep, so a bike or car is handy. The Jozefschool Muiden is just 34 metres away, ideal for primary-age children. A second primary school, Kindcentrum Muiderkring, is a five-minute walk. The municipality Gooise Meren offers a mix of historic towns and green surroundings, with a park or public garden just a couple of streets away.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Nienaber Makelaars Muiden and also appears on another channel. The details are as provided by the agent.
Details of this home
Herengracht 81D, Muiden
Data from Vesting Muiden
9 within 5 km
18 within 5 km
About Herengracht 81D, Muiden
The price is on the high side compared to other apartments in Gooise Meren, but the historic location on the Herengracht in the fortified centre of Muiden justifies a premium. Without comparable sales data for this specific street, it's hard to say exactly. The 60 m² and energy label C are standard for a property of this age.
The energy label is C, which is reasonable for a building from 1700. It means the home is moderately efficient, you can expect average heating costs, but not the highest bills. Modernisation may have been done, but the label itself doesn't detail specific insulation or glazing.
The nearest train station is 3.6 km away. That's about a 10-minute drive or a 20-minute bike ride.
The Jozefschool Muiden is just 34 metres away, literally on your doorstep. Kindcentrum Muiderkring is about 557 metres, a five-minute walk. For secondary education, the nearest school is 4.5 km away, so a longer commute.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The plot size is not stated, so it's best to assume there is no private outdoor space. The apartment is in a historic building on a canal, so a balcony is unlikely.
With 60 m², it could be a one- or two-bedroom layout, but that's speculation. You would need to check the floor plan with the agent.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Vesting Muiden