Molenweg 8
Laren-Centrum, Laren
AreaA modern villa in the heart of Laren
Tucked away on a quiet road in a wooded setting, this detached villa from 2016 sits right in the centre of Laren. The home is offered for €2,895,000, which is on the high side compared with the average asking price for detached houses in Laren. The asking price sits 104% above the neighbourhood average of €1,416,400, reflecting the exceptional size and recent construction of this property.
Spacious living across three floors
With 13 rooms, 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms spread over 3 floors, this villa offers generous proportions. The agent lists the living area at 429 m², while the BAG registration records 362 m². Similarly, the plot is given as 760 m² by the agent, against 250 m² in the BAG registration. The home is fully insulated, heated by a combination of a central heating boiler, an open fireplace and partial underfloor heating. Outside, there is a garden around the house with a front, side and rear garden facing west, plus a roof terrace and parking space. The property is freehold.
Life in Laren-Centrum
The Laren-Centrum neighbourhood is home to around 1,760 residents, with a notable share of older inhabitants. One resident of the district gives it a perfect score of 10, describing it as a cosy and respectful place where neighbours are kind and helpful. This is based on a single review, so it reflects one person's experience of the wider district rather than the neighbourhood specifically. The housing stock here is predominantly pre-war, making this 2016 villa a recent addition to the area.
Amenities and transport on the doorstep
Daily errands are easily managed from this address. A large supermarket is just around the corner, with the Albert Heijn a couple of streets away and the Jumbo within a five-minute walk. The nearest primary school, Mariaschool, is a ten-minute walk, as is the secondary school. The pharmacy is just around the corner, while the GP practice is in Eemnes. Bus stops at Laren, Kermisterrein and Laren, Brink/Centrum are both a couple of streets away, served by lines 108, 109 and 321. The nearest train station, Hilversum Media Park, is about 3.7 km away. The municipality of Laren offers a park within a short walk.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the property is €2,732,000, as determined by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 6% above this valuation. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed in line with the local market. As for address-level risk data, the road traffic noise is measured at 50 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise at 44 dB Lden stays below it. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, while the current flood risk is low. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Gijs Jansen Makelaars O.G. B.V. and their listing on Funda.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Molenweg 8, Laren (Nh)
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €2,895,000 is 6% above the WOZ value of €2,732,000, which was set by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the official municipal valuation, not the current market value. The difference between asking price and WOZ value is a factual comparison, and what it means for negotiations is for you to interpret.
What is the layout of this villa?
According to the agent, this detached villa has 13 rooms, 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms spread over 3 floors. The living area is listed at 429 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 362 m². The plot is given as 760 m² by the agent against 250 m² in the BAG registration. The home has a garden around the house, a roof terrace and parking space.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has energy label A, which is an efficient label. The property is described by the agent as fully insulated, with heating provided by a central heating boiler, an open fireplace and partial underfloor heating. The energy label reflects the official rating, and the insulation details come from the agent's description.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public address-level data, road traffic noise is measured at 50 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Aircraft noise is measured at 44 dB Lden, which stays below the standard. These figures are area-level indications from public data sources, not measurements taken at this specific property.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, with sandy soil. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate data also shows a medium indication for pluvial flooding at heavy rain, while the current flood risk is low.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
A large supermarket is within a couple of streets away. The nearest is the Albert Heijn at about 339 metres, followed by the Jumbo at 545 metres. The Boni is further out at about 2.5 km. These distances are measured from the property address.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stops are Laren, Kermisterrein and Laren, Brink/Centrum, both about 400 metres away. The Brink/Centrum stop is served by bus lines 108, 109 and 321, while the Kermisterrein stop has line 108. The nearest train station is Hilversum Media Park, approximately 3.7 km from the home.
What schools are in the area?
The nearest primary school is Mariaschool, about 2.1 km away, followed by Openbare Basisschool De Zuidwend at 2.2 km. Secondary education is available within about 500 metres according to the neighbourhood data. There are 62 schools within a 5 km radius of the property.
How does this home compare to others in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €2,895,000 is 104% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €1,416,400. The living area of 429 m² is 160% larger than the neighbourhood average of 165 m². This is a recent build from 2016, while most homes in the area date from before 1945.
What do residents say about living in this area?
One resident of the district gives it a perfect score of 10 out of 10, describing it as a cosy and respectful neighbourhood. They mention learning a lot from their neighbours and finding them super kind and helpful. This is based on a single review, so it reflects one person's experience of the wider district rather than the neighbourhood specifically.
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