De Baken, Amersfoort
NeighbourhoodThis is a home that stands out. With 319 m² of living space on a 573 m² plot, it is a rare find in De Baken, a neighbourhood where most homes are around 77 m². The asking price of €1,695,000 is on the high side, but that reflects the exceptional size and the energy label A, which keeps running costs low. For context, detached houses in Amersfoort are a small segment, and this one is priced accordingly.
De Baken is a relatively young neighbourhood, with all homes built after 2010. It has a strong family character: about half of households have children, and the average household size is 2.5 people. The area feels spacious and green, with a park just a couple of streets away. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the figures speak for themselves: low crime rates and a quiet, suburban atmosphere. The neighbourhood De Baken is a place where you can breathe.
Your morning routine is easy: a primary school is on your doorstep, and a child daycare centre is just around the corner. For groceries, you have Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk away, with Lidl and Jumbo a bit further. The nearest secondary school is a ten-minute walk, and a GP is also within walking distance. The train station is a bit further, about 2 km, so a bike is handy for commuting. The municipality Amersfoort offers a good balance of urban amenities and green space.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Makelaardij de Parel. The listing is complete with all key details provided.
Details of this home
Baak van Petten 16, Amersfoort
Data from De Baken
Data from De Baken
27 within 5 km
66 within 5 km
About Baak van Petten 16, Amersfoort
The price is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €395,000, but this home is exceptional: 319 m² versus the average 77 m². The price per m² is about €5,313, which is in line with the neighbourhood average of €5,130 per m². Given the size, energy label A, and detached nature, the price reflects what you get.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the home is well-insulated and has low energy costs. In De Baken, all homes have label A, so this is consistent with the neighbourhood.
The plot is 573 m². The listing does not specify a garden, but the size suggests there is outdoor space. You would need to check the exact layout with the agent.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: PC basisschool De Vuurvogel is just 111 m away, De Gondelier at 156 m, and KBS De Marke about 948 m. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1.5 km away.
The nearest train station is 2.1 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride.
De Baken is a modern, family-oriented neighbourhood built after 2010. It has a low crime rate, a park nearby, and a mix of families and couples. The area is quiet and green, with good amenities within walking distance.
6 homes in the neighbourhood De Baken
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