Baak van Wemeldinge 2
De Baken, Amersfoort
NeighbourhoodA spacious, modern home in a quiet corner of Amersfoort
This detached house on Baak van Wemeldinge 2 sits in the leafy Vathorst district, a neighbourhood built from scratch in the 2000s. With 187 m² of living space and a 350 m² plot, it is considerably larger than the average home in De Baken, in fact, the floor area is 143% above the neighbourhood average of 77 m². The asking price of €1,300,000 is on the high side compared to the local median of €395,000, but that reflects the size and quality of this property. For context, detached houses in Amersfoort are a rare find.
De Baken: a family-friendly, green neighbourhood
De Baken is part of Vathorst, a planned residential area with wide streets, parks and plenty of play areas. The population of 3,470 is relatively young, over a third are under 25, and most households have children. It is a quiet, safe area: only 43 crimes were recorded in the latest data. Residents appreciate the spacious layout and the sense of community. One resident says: "It feels like a village within the city, with everything you need nearby." Another notes: "The parks and playgrounds make it ideal for kids." Based on these reviews, the neighbourhood lives up to its family-friendly reputation. Learn more about neighbourhood De Baken.
Daily life: schools, shops and green spaces
For daily shopping, the Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away, while Lidl and Jumbo are a couple of streets further. Primary schools are just around the corner: PC Basisschool De Vuurvogel and De Gondelier are both within a five-minute walk. Secondary education is a bit further,. The nearest park or public garden is on your doorstep, and a restaurant is a five-minute walk. The train station is 2.1 km away, so you can cycle there in about ten minutes. For a broader picture of the area, see municipality Amersfoort.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is listed only via Huispedia.
Features
Details of this home
Location
Baak van Wemeldinge 2, Amersfoort
Neighbourhood statistics
Data from De Baken
Housing market
Data from De Baken
Supermarkets
26 within 5 km
Schools
66 within 5 km
Frequently asked questions
About Baak van Wemeldinge 2, Amersfoort
Is €1,300,000 a fair price for this house?
The asking price is €1,300,000, which is significantly above the neighbourhood median of €395,000. However, this home is much larger than average (187 m² vs 77 m²) and is a detached house, while most homes in De Baken are terraced or semi-detached. The price per square metre works out at about €6,952, compared to the neighbourhood average of €5,130 per m². Given the size, modern build and energy label A, the price is on the high side but reflects the property's qualities.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient category. This means the home has excellent insulation and low energy costs. In De Baken, 100% of homes have label A, so this is typical for the neighbourhood. You can expect low heating bills and a comfortable indoor climate.
How big is the garden?
The plot size is 350 m², but the listing does not specify how much of that is garden. Given that it is a detached house, there is likely a private garden, but the exact size and layout are not stated.
What schools are near this home?
There are several primary schools within walking distance: PC Basisschool De Vuurvogel (600 m), De Gondelier (613 m), KBS De Marke (873 m) and Gereformeerde Basisschool Het Zwaluwnest (984 m). For secondary education, Yuverta vmbo Amersfoort is about 1.1 km away. All are within a short cycle or walk.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 2.1 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a 10-minute cycle. The station provides connections to Amersfoort Centraal and beyond.
Is the neighbourhood safe?
De Baken is a very safe neighbourhood. In the latest data, only 43 crimes were recorded for the entire area, which is low for a district of this size. Residents describe it as quiet and family-friendly.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The closest supermarket is Albert Heijn at 1.6 km, about a 20-minute walk. Lidl and Jumbo are slightly further at 1.8 km. For a larger selection, there are 26 supermarkets within 5 km.
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