A keenly priced apartment in Ondiep
Ondiep is a lively, working-class neighbourhood in the north of Utrecht, where the streets are lined with pre-war and post-war housing and the vibe is down-to-earth. This apartment on the second floor of a 1951 building sits on Ahornstraat, a quiet residential street with a mix of families and students. At €375,000, the asking price is keen compared with the neighbourhood average of €496,455, and it is the cheapest of the 11 homes currently for sale in the area. For context, apartments in Utrecht sell at a wide range of prices, so this one stands out for its entry-level position.
The home itself
Inside, the apartment spans two floors and offers three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 68 square metres, according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The home has a volume of 213 cubic metres and is located on the second floor. The energy label is E, which means you can expect higher energy costs than with more efficient homes. The building dates from 1951, a fact that tells you about its age but says nothing about its condition.
Life in Ondiep
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.17, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Just nice and stuff." Another describes a division between original and new residents, noting "houses being pelted with eggs and fireworks and the police do nothing." A third resident mentions "poorly maintained public spaces." The neighbourhood has around 5,220 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. It is a place with character, though the reviews suggest it is not without its tensions. For more on the area, see the Ondiep neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away. P.c. basisschool de Boemerang is on your doorstep, and Basisschool Jules Verne is a couple of streets away. The GP practice Gezondheidscentrum Ondiep and Apotheek Ondiep are both just around the corner. For public transport, bus stop Utrecht, Nijenoord is a couple of streets away, with lines 6, 7 and 27. Utrecht Zuilen train station is a ten-minute walk. The wider area is part of the municipality of Utrecht, with all its amenities within reach.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €474,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 21% below this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 88%, from €252,000 to €474,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail and air traffic noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the building being constructed before 1970 and the area being a KCAF attention zone. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The pluvial flooding risk is medium, and the current flood risk is elevated, though by 2050 it is expected to be low.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Molenbeek and Molenbeek Makelaars Utrecht.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Ahornstraat 18-2, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €375,000 is 21% below the WOZ value of €474,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also 24% below the average asking price of €496,455 for homes currently for sale in Ondiep, making it the cheapest of the 11 available properties in the neighbourhood.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 68 square metres, according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The home is located on the second floor of the building and has a volume of 213 cubic metres. The energy label is E, which means energy costs are likely to be higher than in more efficient homes.
What is the WOZ value and how has it developed?
The WOZ value is €474,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 88%, from €252,000 in 2020 to €474,000 in 2025. This development is based on municipal data and reflects the general rise in property values in the area. The asking price is 21% below the current WOZ value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public data, the noise level from road traffic at this address is 59 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Rail traffic noise is 39 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 41 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on data from the Atlas Leefomgeving, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the building being constructed before 1970, and the fact that 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. In the neighbourhood, 2% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is a PLUS, located just around the corner at about 242 metres away. An Albert Heijn is about 649 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. There are also other options within a short distance, including another Albert Heijn, an Aldi, and an Ekoplaza, all about 821 metres away. This makes daily grocery shopping convenient.
What schools are close to this apartment?
P.c. basisschool de Boemerang is on your doorstep, just 92 metres away. Basisschool Jules Verne is about 451 metres away, and OBS Rietendakschool is about 519 metres away. For secondary education, Al Amana College Utrecht is about 458 metres away. These distances make it easy for children to walk or cycle to school.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Utrecht, Nijenoord, about 164 metres away, with bus lines 6, 7 and 27. Another stop, Utrecht, Plantage, is about 346 metres away with line 3. Utrecht Zuilen train station is about 942 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. This gives you several options for getting around Utrecht and beyond.
What do residents say about living in Ondiep?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.17, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Just nice and stuff." Another mentions a division between original and new residents, with "houses being pelted with eggs and fireworks and the police do nothing." A third resident describes "poorly maintained public spaces." These reviews reflect a mix of experiences.
What is the average asking price in Ondiep?
The average asking price for homes currently for sale in Ondiep is €496,455, with a median price of €469,000. The cheapest home on the market is this apartment at €375,000, and the most expensive is €725,000. The average price per square metre is €6,102, while this apartment is listed at €5,515 per square metre, based on the agent's listing.
