Buying a home in Rijksweg-Noord, Laren.
Rijksweg-Noord is where Laren's commuter life happens—solid suburban homes on bigger plots, the kind of street where you've got space to breathe but you're still minutes from the station. You'll find mostly older villas and modest detached houses here, many from the 1960s onward, attracting families who want quiet and green but need easy access to Amsterdam. The Gooi's natural reserves are at your back door; the N1 highway runs parallel, which keeps this stretch more affordable than Laren's pricier center. Local schools and that particular North Holland calm are your everyday reality.
Start free trialWhat to consider when buying in Rijksweg-Noord
Pros:
- 15-minute cycle to Laren station (Amsterdam line); 45 minutes to Central Station
- Large detached and semi-detached houses typical of the area; most sit on 500m²+ plots
- Relatively quiet residential setting compared to built-up Amsterdam suburbs
- Direct access to Gooi woodland and walking routes via Larense Naarderstraatweg
Cons:
- Limited local shops and services on Rijksweg-Noord itself; nearest supermarket requires a drive
- Car-dependent for most errands; limited bus coverage compared to urban areas
- Significant price premium for Laren homes versus comparable houses 10km north
- Potential noise from Rijksweg traffic itself depending on exact plot location
Living environment
More than average
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 32.27
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 369
- Residential burglary
- 27
- Theft
- 37
- Violence and threats
- 30
- Vandalism and public order
- 39
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through September 2026
Finding a home in Laren
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The wider housing market in Laren
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Updated: September 2026