Buying a home in Schilderswijk, Baarn.
Schilderswijk is a quiet residential area where you'll find mostly families and retirees, living in 1960s homes and some newer plots. The neighbourhood sits close enough to Baarn's centre that shops and the station are within reach, yet it feels removed from the bustle. The Gooise Heide and surrounding woods are walkable from here, which is why many people choose this side of Baarn. Don't expect trendy bars or nightlife, but you will get a stable neighbourhood where people actually know their neighbours.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in Schilderswijk
Pros:
- Direct train connection to Amsterdam and Utrecht via Baarn station (local and intercity trains)
- Mostly detached and semi-detached houses with gardens, not typical row houses
- Quiet, green surroundings with walking paths towards Gooi and nature reserves
- Close to Baarn town centre with supermarket, bakery and restaurants within walking distance
Cons:
- Limited appeal to young families and nightlife; mostly older residents and quiet households
- Car necessary for most shopping outside the centre
- House prices in Baarn relatively high due to reputation and location
- Few schools in the immediate area; parents often need to travel to Baarn centre or further
Living environment
Fewer registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Baarn
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 25.49
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 260
- Residential burglary
- 7
- Theft
- 30
- Violence and threats
- 28
- Vandalism and public order
- 31
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through May 2026
What does Schilderswijk offer?
Baarn is a place where homes sit among trees, with real space around them. You'll find plenty of detached houses and country estates here—it grew up as a retreat village for wealthy families, so the architecture reflects that breathing room. The train to Utrecht and Amsterdam is straightforward, so you're connected when you need to be, but daily life feels genuinely removed from the city. Your neighbours tend to be people who chose this quiet deliberately.
Buying agent in Schilderswijk
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Housing market Schilderswijk
The real estate market in Baarn shows notable activity. In the last quarter, 110 homes sold, compared to 95 previously. The average transaction price went from 674,000 euros to 632,000 euros, with the average price per square meter decreasing from 5,722 euros to 5,563 euros. The average list price also went from 676,000 euros to 615,000 euros. Additionally, the average WOZ-value this year is 5% lower than last year, reflecting a shift in market dynamics. Overall, Baarn's market is experiencing adjustments in pricing and sales volume.
Updated: May 2026
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