Maarn-Dorp, Utrechtse Heuvelrug
NeighbourhoodThis semi-detached house on Zonhof sits in the heart of Maarn-Dorp, a quiet village surrounded by forest. With 170 m² of living space, it is 32% larger than the average home in the neighbourhood. The asking price of €715,000 is on the high side compared to the local average of €631,250, but the generous floor area and energy label A make it a compelling option. For more context, see other semi-detached houses in Utrechtse Heuvelrug.
Maarn-Dorp is a close-knit village where many people know each other. One resident describes it as a "quiet village, mostly surrounded by forest," adding that "safety is quite high" and there are "plenty of playgrounds and benches." Another calls it "small but nice," noting that the bus doesn't run after 7pm. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with a notable share of residents aged 45 and over. Most homes are owner-occupied (77%) and single-family (88%). Learn more about the neighbourhood Maarn-Dorp.
For daily groceries, the PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and there are several other options within a short cycle. Two primary schools are within walking distance: Oecumenische Basisschool De Ladder (a couple of streets away) and Basisschool WereldKidz Meent (a five-minute walk). The village centre has a restaurant and a library within a few minutes' walk. For secondary education, you would need to cycle about 4.7 km. The train station is also just around the corner, making commuting straightforward. The municipality Utrechtse Heuvelrug covers a wider area of forest and small settlements.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Drieklomp Makelaars and other platforms.
Details of this home
Zonhof 10, Maarn
Good · 2 residents
There is a primary school, for the rest you have to cycle at least 5 km and in terms of accessibility, the bus doesn't run after 7pm and sometimes there is no bus even though they say there is.
Auto-translated to English by AINice and quiet. Many people know each other. Of course, you sometimes see some litter on the street, but it's really very little. Also, because everyone knows each other, safety is quite high. There are two schools in the neighbourhood where parents can choose for themselves, and they are at most a 15-minute bike ride from your home. There are plenty of playgrounds and benches to do your thing in this village.
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About Zonhof 10, Maarn
The asking price of €715,000 is above the neighbourhood average of €631,250 and the median of €634,000. However, this home is 32% larger than the average (170 m² vs 129 m²) and has an energy label A, which adds value. Recently sold homes in the area went for an average of €663,222, so the price is on the high side but reflects the extra space and efficiency.
The home has energy label A, which is very efficient. This means low energy costs for heating and electricity compared to older homes. In the neighbourhood, only about 31% of homes have label A or better, so this is a strong point.
Maarn-Dorp is a quiet village with a strong sense of community. Residents mention that many people know each other and safety is high. There are two primary schools within walking distance and plenty of playgrounds. The neighbourhood has a mix of families and older residents, with about 30% of households having children.
The train station is just around the corner (0.7 km), providing direct connections. Bus services are limited, one resident notes that the bus doesn't run after 7pm and can be unreliable. For most trips, the train or a bicycle is more practical.
The plot is 261 m². The listing does not specify whether there is a garden, but the plot size suggests outdoor space.
The listing does not mention parking. As a semi-detached home in a village, it likely has a driveway or street parking.
One resident mentions occasional litter on the street, but says it's very little. Another notes that the bus service is limited after 7pm. Overall, the neighbourhood is described as quiet and safe.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Maarn-Dorp