Leusderkwartier-West, Amersfoort
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Scheltemalaan sits in a quiet, well-maintained part of Leusderkwartier-West. With 61 m² of living space, it's compact but efficiently laid out, and the energy label C means heating costs are manageable. At €395,000, the asking price is 49% below the neighbourhood average of €769,000, which makes it a keen entry point into this sought-after area. For context, apartments in Amersfoort typically command higher prices per square metre.
Residents describe the neighbourhood as 'cosy & beautiful' and 'super cosy'. One says: 'There are nice people living here, there is always a lot of cosiness and everyone is always willing to help each other. The nature is beautiful and the neighbourhood always looks neat and well-maintained.' Another adds: 'The Leusderkwartier is super cosy. The neighbourhood looks nice, you can go in all directions, the city is nearby, you can easily go into the forest and all other important amenities are also close by.' Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores an 8.6 out of 10. It's a predominantly owner-occupied area with many families, and the streets are lined with well-kept homes. The Leusderkwartier-West neighbourhood has a strong sense of community.
For your morning bread, Jumbo and Albert Heijn are both just a couple of streets away. Primary schools are within easy walking distance: P.C. basisschool De Bolster is a five-minute walk, and Johannes Calvijnschool is just around the corner. The city centre is a ten-minute walk, and the train station is a pleasant stroll away. The municipality of Amersfoort offers a good balance of urban amenities and green spaces, with the forest and parks nearby.
At the time of writing, the home is listed exclusively through Visie Makelaardij - Amersfoort.
Details of this home
Scheltemalaan 30, Amersfoort
Very good · 2 residents
There are nice people living here, there is always a lot of cosiness and everyone is always willing to help each other. The nature is beautiful and the neighbourhood always looks neat and well-maintained.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe Leusderkwartier is super cosy. The neighbourhood looks nice, you can go in all directions, the city is nearby, you can easily go into the forest and all other important amenities are also close by. As far as I know, almost nothing serious ever happens here. The schools in the area are also super good and really take care of their students.
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About Scheltemalaan 30, Amersfoort
The asking price of €395,000 is 49% below the average asking price in Leusderkwartier-West (€769,000). However, this apartment is also smaller than the neighbourhood average (61 m² vs 119 m²). The price per square metre works out to about €6,475, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €6,232 per m². So while the total price is low, you're paying a premium per square metre for a compact home in a desirable area.
The apartment has an energy label C. This means it meets reasonable energy-efficiency standards, so heating and electricity costs should be moderate. In the neighbourhood, 28.6% of homes have label C, while the majority (71.5%) have label A or B. Label C is typical for a home built in 1985, and you can expect decent insulation and double glazing, though not the highest efficiency.
The train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride. Amersfoort Central offers direct connections to Utrecht, Amsterdam, and other major cities, making it convenient for commuters.
Several primary schools are within walking distance: P.C. basisschool De Bolster (375 m), Johannes Calvijnschool (510 m), and School op de Berg (546 m). For secondary education, Axia College is 765 m away. Residents praise the schools in the area as 'super good' and attentive to students.
Jumbo and Albert Heijn are both just 349 m away, so you can do your daily shopping in a few minutes on foot. For a wider selection, PLUS is 1.3 km away. The neighbourhood is well-served for groceries.
The neighbourhood has a low crime rate, with 89 total incidents recorded. Residents say 'almost nothing serious ever happens here.' It's a quiet, family-friendly area where people feel safe walking around at any time.
Leusderkwartier-West has about 1,935 residents, with a mix of ages: 19% are under 15, 29% are 45-65, and 19% are over 65. Households with children make up 34% of the total, and 81% of homes are owner-occupied. It's a stable, family-oriented community with a high homeownership rate.
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