Voordorp en Voorveldsepolder, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis 74 m² apartment on Aartsbisschop Romerostraat feels a world away from the city bustle, yet it's firmly part of Utrecht. The energy label A means low heating costs, and the asking price of €385,000 is keen compared to the neighbourhood average, 37% below the average of €613,222. For context, that's a significant gap, and it makes this one of the more affordable apartments in Utrecht currently on the market.
One resident describes the neighbourhood Voordorp en Voorveldsepolder as a 'Village in the City': 'When I come to Voordorp, it really feels like a village. People look at you, say hello, children play in the street, and there's a lot of greenery. It's also car-free, which makes it nice and quiet on the street!' The neighbourhood is home to around 5,125 people, with a mix of families and singles. Two-thirds of homes are owner-occupied, and most were built between 1990 and 2010. It's a green, safe area, the only minor incident mentioned was a fight that the resident believes wasn't from the neighbourhood.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Jumbo and Aldi are a couple of streets away. Families have two primary schools within a five-minute walk: Openbare Basisschool Voordorp and pcbs De Regenboog. The Gerrit Rietveld College for secondary education is also a short walk away. A park or garden is on your doorstep, perfect for a quick breather. The municipality Utrecht offers all the city amenities you'd expect, yet here you're in a quiet pocket.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Stek Makelaardij, Funda, Pararius, and Vastgoed Nederland.
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Aartsbisschop Romerostraat 285, Utrecht
Good · 1 resident
When I come to Voordorp, it really feels like a village. People look at you, say hello, children play in the street, and there's a lot of greenery. It's also car-free, which makes it nice and quiet on the street! Once there was a fight between a bunch of street youths, but I don't think they were from the neighbourhood. Because I hardly ever see people hanging around on the street, which I also like. My room is practically on the pavement and I never have any trouble with anyone. I also come from a village and was a bit afraid of the city's hustle and bustle, but it's not like that at all, so that's really great.
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About Aartsbisschop Romerostraat 285, Utrecht
The asking price of €385,000 is 37% below the average asking price in Voordorp (€613,222) and also below the median of €575,000. Given the 74 m² floor area and energy label A, it appears keenly priced. However, only 9 homes are currently for sale in the neighbourhood, so supply is limited.
Voordorp is described by a resident as a 'village in the city', car-free, green, and friendly, with children playing in the street. It has a mix of families and singles, and most homes are owner-occupied. The area feels safe and quiet, despite being part of Utrecht.
The nearest train station is 2.1 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle ride. This makes it feasible for commuting, though not on your doorstep.
Albert Heijn is just around the corner (699 m), while Jumbo and Aldi are about 1.5 km away, a couple of streets away. For daily shopping, the Albert Heijn is most convenient.
Yes, there are several primary schools within a five-minute walk: Openbare Basisschool Voordorp (360 m) and pcbs De Regenboog (472 m). For secondary education, Gerrit Rietveld College is 646 m away. All are well-regarded.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means you can expect relatively low energy bills compared to older homes. In the neighbourhood, 58% of homes have label A or better, so this apartment is in line with the local standard.
Currently, only 9 homes are for sale in Voordorp, which is a low number. This suggests limited choice, so this apartment is one of the few options available in the neighbourhood.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Voordorp en Voorveldsepolder