A modern home in a leafy setting
This detached house on Molenweg 8 sits in Oostereng, a quiet corner of Laren where the streets are lined with trees and the pace of life feels unhurried. Built in 2016, it is a recent addition to a neighbourhood where most homes date from before 1970, so it stands out for its contemporary character. With a living area of 362 m² on a plot of 250 m², this is a spacious property. The asking price is €2,795,000. For context, [detached houses in Laren] are a significant part of the local market.
What the agent tells us
The listing gives the essentials: a detached house from 2016 with an energy label A, which is an efficient label. The agent does not provide further details about the layout, number of rooms, or outdoor space, so the description is limited to these facts. The year of construction and the energy label are stated, but nothing more about the interior or installations.
Life in Oostereng
Oostereng is a small neighbourhood with just over a thousand residents, and the average household size is 2.4 people. A resident of the district of Laren, where this neighbourhood sits, gives the area a perfect score of 10 out of 10, based on one review. This resident says: "I learn a lot from my neighbours, and it's very cosy to chat with them. They are super kind and help me when needed." The review reflects a friendly, close-knit community, though it is based on a single voice. The neighbourhood itself has a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents aged 45 and over. For more on the area, see [the Oostereng neighbourhood].
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and the Jumbo is a couple of streets away, so groceries are never far. For primary education, the Mariaschool and Openbare Basisschool De Zuidwend are both a short drive, roughly a ten-minute walk or less. The nearest GP is Huisartspraktijk C.P. de Bruin in Eemnes, while the pharmacy, Apotheek Zevenend, is just around the corner. Public transport is convenient: bus line 108 stops at Laren, Kermisterrein, and lines 108, 109, and 321 serve Laren, Brink/Centrum, both within a five-minute walk. The nearest train station is Hilversum Media Park, about 4.6 km away. [The municipality of Laren] covers this area.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value, set by the municipality on 1 January 2025, is €2,732,000. The asking price is 2% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 57%, from €1,745,000 to €2,732,000. As for the address itself, the noise level from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, with sandy soil. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Gijs Jansen Makelaars O.G. B.V.
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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
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €2,795,000 is 2% above the WOZ value of €2,732,000, which was set by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the official valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The difference between the asking price and the WOZ value is a factual comparison, and it is up to you to interpret what it means for the home's market position.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The label is a standard measure of energy performance, and it does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. The home was built in 2016, which is recent, but the label is a separate fact.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 is €2,732,000. Over the past five years, from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value increased by 57%, from €1,745,000 to €2,732,000. This development is based on municipal data and reflects the general trend in property values in the area. The WOZ value is not the same as the market value, but it is a useful reference point.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public data, the noise level from road traffic at this address is 50 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Aircraft noise is 44 dB Lden, which is below the norm. These figures are area-level indications from the Atlas Leefomgeving, based on 2022 data, and they do not represent a measurement inside the home. The actual noise experience can vary.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of the specific property. A low risk means that, based on regional soil conditions, foundation problems are less likely, but it is not a guarantee. The home was built in 2016, which is recent, but the risk indication is separate from the construction year.
What are the flood and climate risks for this address?
The pluvial flooding risk, which is flooding from heavy rain, is medium. The flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, both now and in 2050. Heat stress is low now but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a detailed assessment of this property. They give a general picture of how the area may be affected by climate change.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, about 339 metres away, which is just around the corner. The Jumbo is about 545 metres away, a couple of streets from the home. There are also other options within a few kilometres, including a Boni and a SPAR express, but the two closest are the most convenient for daily shopping.
What schools are close to this home?
The nearest primary schools are the Mariaschool and Openbare Basisschool De Zuidwend, both about 2.1 km away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk or a short drive. There are also other primary schools within a few kilometres, such as De Hobbitstee and Merlin. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 0.9 km away, according to neighbourhood data.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Laren, Kermisterrein, about 393 metres away, served by bus line 108. Another stop, Laren, Brink/Centrum, is about 405 metres away and is served by lines 108, 109, and 321. The nearest train station is Hilversum Media Park, about 3.7 km away. These options provide connections to the wider region, though specific destinations and frequencies are not stated.
What is the neighbourhood of Oostereng like?
Oostereng is a small neighbourhood in Laren with about 1,195 residents. The average household size is 2.4, and a large share of households have children (41%). A resident of the district of Laren gave the area a perfect score of 10 out of 10, based on one review, describing neighbours as kind and helpful. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents aged 45 and over.
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