Laren-Centrum, Laren
NeighbourhoodThis 1934 semi-detached house on Ambachtstraat sits in the heart of Laren, where the village atmosphere is immediately tangible. With 180 m² of living space and a 337 m² plot, it offers generous proportions for a home of this era. The energy label E means heating costs will be noticeable, but the price of €1,095,000 is 23% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €1,416,400, a keen entry point for a semi-detached houses in Laren.
The neighbourhood Laren-Centrum is a compact, well-to-do village centre with 1,760 residents. It is a mixed-age area: a third of residents are 65 or older, while families with children make up a notable share. Most homes are owner-occupied (69%) and pre-war (69%), giving the streets a classic, established feel. The neighbourhood has no resident reviews yet, so impressions are based purely on the figures.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and Jumbo is just around the corner. Primary schools are a couple of streets away: Mariaschool and Openbare Basisschool De Zuidwend are both about a five-minute walk. The municipality Laren is a sought-after municipality in 't Gooi, known for its green surroundings and village character.
At the time of writing the home is listed via De Gouden Makelaar and also appears on Funda, so it is available through several channels.
Details of this home
Ambachtstraat 5, Laren (Nh)
Data from Laren-Centrum
Data from Laren-Centrum
32 within 5 km
56 within 5 km
About Ambachtstraat 5, Laren (Nh)
The asking price is 23% below the neighbourhood average of €1,416,400, which makes it keenly priced. The median sold price in the area is €985,000, and homes here sell in about 30 days on average. Given the 180 m² floor area and 337 m² plot, the price per m² (€6,083) is well below the neighbourhood average of €8,787 per m².
The home has energy label E. This is less efficient than modern standards, so you can expect higher heating costs. In Laren-Centrum, 36.5% of homes have label D or lower, so this is not unusual for a pre-war property. Improving the insulation could reduce energy bills and increase comfort.
Albert Heijn is just 33 metres away, literally on your doorstep. Jumbo is 215 metres away, also within a short walk. For a wider selection, Boni is about 2.2 km away.
Primary schools within walking distance include Mariaschool (1.8 km), Openbare Basisschool De Zuidwend (1.9 km), and De Hobbitstee (2.1 km). For secondary education, the nearest school is about 500 metres away, so older children can walk or cycle easily.
The nearest train station is 5 km away. That is a 10-15 minute drive or a longer cycle.
Laren-Centrum recorded 127 total crimes, which for a village centre is moderate. The area feels safe and is popular with families and older residents. Specific crime types are not broken down in the data.
Yes, about 205 households have children, and there are several primary schools within a short distance. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with many older residents too. The village centre offers shops and restaurants within walking distance.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Laren-Centrum