Homes for sale in Vathorst-De Laak, Amersfoort

House prices in Vathorst-De Laak: what do you pay for a home here?

Vathorst-De Laak is a home-ownership neighbourhood par excellence: 64% of the more than 3,600 homes are owner-occupied, compared to 36% rented. The average WOZ value is €490,000, which is clearly above the Amersfoort average of €432,000. That difference is no coincidence: the neighbourhood is relatively new, well-maintained and attracts families with higher incomes. The average household income of €50,100 is also higher than the municipal average of €41,400. Over the past twelve months, 18 homes were sold at an average sale price of €539,694, with a range of €350,000 to €789,000 and an average living area of 107 m². The supply mainly consists of ground-floor family homes, fitting the family-oriented character of the neighbourhood. View the current supply and the most recent asking prices at the top of this page.

Living in Vathorst-De Laak: water, greenery and a neighbourhood that really works

Vathorst-De Laak is one of the younger neighbourhoods of Amersfoort, but has already developed a very distinct character. The neighbourhood is designed around water: canals, ponds and the Laak itself run like a common thread through the streets. Resident Elv describes it aptly: "Most beautiful neighbourhood in Vathorst", with a score of 9.8 out of 10. She points to the rivers, the striking buildings with a sea theme and the veilaanden that give the neighbourhood an open, almost maritime feel. On the neighbourhood page of Vathorst-De Laak you can read all resident experiences and see the scores per category, including a perfect 10 for safety, accessibility, community, greenery, education and amenities.

Concretely, this means: Vathorst shopping centre has more than ten shops, a supermarket and various lunch spots, all accessible via a cycle path that also runs past the schools. For families, this is a major advantage: children cycle independently to school and to friends in neighbourhoods like Laakse Tuinen or Over de Laak. Primary schools and a secondary school are within walking distance. Sports clubs, playgrounds and green strips are well distributed across the neighbourhood, which partly explains why so many households with children live here: there are almost 1,935 of the approximately 3,600 households.

In terms of accessibility, the neighbourhood scores highly. Amersfoort Vathorst station is within cycling distance and offers direct connections to Utrecht, Zwolle and Hilversum. By car, the A1 and A28 are reachable within minutes via the ring road. Bus services connect Vathorst-De Laak with the centre of Amersfoort and surrounding neighbourhoods. Those who want to compare with a more urban environment can also look at homes in Stadskern or Eemkwartier, but those seeking peace, space and a well-organised living environment will find it here. The municipality of Amersfoort has more information about the development of Vathorst on amersfoort.nl.

For whom is buying in Vathorst-De Laak a good choice?

Living in Vathorst-De Laak mainly attracts families and movers who are looking for space and are willing to pay a market-conforming price for it. With an average sale price of over €539,000, a home here is not cheap, and supply is limited: only 18 homes were sold in the past year. When buying, factor in additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for non-starters above the NHG limit), notary fees and possible valuation costs. First-time buyers on a tight budget can also look at rental homes in Vathorst-De Laak or explore what neighbouring municipalities offer via the overview of homes for sale in Amersfoort.

Searching for a home to buy in Vathorst-De Laak: how to use this overview

Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident experiences and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only buy a house but also know what your neighbourhood offers you. Compare Vathorst-De Laak with adjacent neighbourhoods like Waddeneilandenbuurt, Podium or Zuiderzeestedenbuurt-West, or see what Soesterkwartier has to offer. Use the filters at the top for price, area and energy label to quickly find the homes that suit you.