De Baken, Amersfoort
NeighbourhoodThis 2020-built terraced house on Baak van Scheveningen 49 sits in the leafy Vathorst district, a part of Amersfoort that feels calm and family-oriented. With 140 m² of living space, it is considerably larger than the average home in the neighbourhood, 82% bigger, in fact. The asking price of €685,000 is on the high side compared to the local average of €395,000, but that reflects the generous size and modern finish. For context, terraced houses in Amersfoort vary widely, and this one stands out for its space and energy efficiency.
De Baken is a relatively new neighbourhood, built after 2010, and it shows: all homes here have energy label A. The area is home to around 3,470 residents, many of them families, households with children outnumber those without by more than two to one. The streets are quiet, with a park or public garden just a couple of streets away. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the figures paint a picture of a safe, well-maintained area with low crime (43 incidents total). The neighbourhood De Baken is a sought-after spot for those who want a modern home without the city buzz.
Your morning routine could start with a walk to the nearest primary school, P.C. basisschool De Vuurvogel, which is just a five-minute walk away. For groceries, the Albert Heijn is about a ten-minute walk, and there are several other supermarkets within easy reach. The area has a good mix of amenities: a restaurant is just around the corner, and a GP practice is a couple of streets away. The municipality Amersfoort offers excellent connections, with a train station about 2 km away, a 20-minute walk or short cycle.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Beumer, Beumer Woonvast, and Funda. The agent is Beumer.
Details of this home
Baak van Scheveningen 49, Amersfoort
Data from De Baken
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About Baak van Scheveningen 49, Amersfoort
The asking price of €685,000 is above the neighbourhood average of €395,000, but this home is also much larger than average (140 m² vs 77 m²). The price per square metre works out at about €4,893, which is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €5,130 per m². Given the modern build, energy label A, and generous size, the price is in line with what you would expect for a home of this quality in De Baken.
De Baken is a modern, family-oriented neighbourhood in Amersfoort's Vathorst district. Almost all homes were built after 2010, and every home has energy label A. The area has a low crime rate and plenty of green space, with a park just a couple of streets away. It is a quiet, safe place with many young families.
This home has energy label A, which is the best possible rating. That means it is very energy-efficient, with low heating costs and a minimal environmental footprint. The home was built in 2020, so it meets modern insulation and building standards.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. The closest is P.C. basisschool De Vuurvogel, about 500 metres away, followed by De Gondelier at 525 metres. For secondary education, Yuverta vmbo Amersfoort is about 1.4 km away. All are easily reachable on foot or by bike.
The nearest train station is about 2.1 km from the home, which is roughly a 25-minute walk or a 10-minute cycle. From there, you can reach Amersfoort Central and other destinations.
The closest supermarket is Albert Heijn, about 1.6 km away (a 20-minute walk). Lidl and Jumbo are both around 1.8 km, and Dekamarkt is about 2 km. For daily shopping, you have several options within a short cycle or drive.
6 homes in the neighbourhood De Baken
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