Naarden Vesting, Gooise Meren
NeighbourhoodThis end-of-terrace house on Peperstraat sits in the heart of Naarden's historic fortress town, a setting that feels like a step back in time. With 212 m² of living space and an A+ energy label, it combines period charm with modern efficiency. The asking price of €1,889,000 is 73% above the neighbourhood average of €1,093,000, which is on the high side, but the home is also 39% larger than the typical 152 m² in the area. For context, end-of-terrace houses in Gooise Meren vary widely in price and size.
Naarden Vesting is a small, historic neighbourhood with about 1,490 residents. It's a place where many live alone (400 single-person households) and the average household size is 1.8. The population skews older, with 445 residents aged 65 or over and 550 between 45 and 65. Most homes are owner-occupied (70%) and single-family (80%), and a striking 62.5% of properties were built before 1945. The neighbourhood has a moderate urbanity level (address density 870), so it feels calm but not isolated. The Naarden Vesting neighbourhood has a distinct character that draws people who appreciate history and quiet streets.
For daily groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner (about a five-minute walk), and PLUS is a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Rehobothschool, is on your doorstep, and Vondelschool Bussum is a ten-minute walk. There are several other schools within easy reach. A park or garden is just a couple of streets away, perfect for a quick stroll. The train station is 2.3 km away, so you'd cycle or drive. The municipality of Gooise Meren offers a mix of historic towns and green surroundings.
At the time of writing, the home is listed only via Liesbeth Ament Makelaars.
Details of this home
Peperstraat 9, Naarden
Data from Naarden Vesting
Data from Naarden Vesting
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About Peperstraat 9, Naarden
The asking price is 73% above the neighbourhood average of €1,093,000, but the home is also 39% larger than the typical 152 m² in Naarden Vesting. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €6,770, so for 212 m² that would be around €1,435,000. The premium reflects the larger size, historic location, and A+ energy label. Whether it's fair depends on how much you value those extras.
The energy label is A+, which is very efficient. This means the home is well-insulated and likely has modern heating and double glazing, keeping energy costs relatively low. In the neighbourhood, 21.4% of homes have an A+ label, so this house is ahead of the curve.
Naarden Vesting is a quiet, historic area with a small population. Daily shopping is easy: Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away, and there are several primary schools within walking distance. The neighbourhood has a park just 0.1 km away. It's not a bustling urban centre, but it's well-served for essentials.
The nearest train station is 2.3 km from the home. That's a 5-10 minute cycle or a short drive.
With 212 m² of living space, it likely has multiple rooms, but the exact layout is not provided by the agent.
The neighbourhood recorded 74 total crimes in the latest data, which for a population of 1,490 is relatively low. The area feels safe, especially given its historic and quiet character.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Naarden Vesting