Watervogelbuurt, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis 1913 apartment in Utrecht's Watervogelbuurt has an E energy label, which is less efficient than most of the homes for sale in the area. At €425,000, the price is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €496,500, but it reflects the compact 65 m² floor plan. For context, there are currently 24 apartments in Utrecht on the market.
The neighbourhood Watervogelbuurt scores a 6.76 out of 10 from two reviews. One resident says: "It's a good neighbourhood but a lot could also be better in terms of cleanliness, parking, safety." Another describes "Living in a beautiful area with little social cohesion" and notes that shops, restaurants, bus and train connections are within walking distance. The area is densely populated with 5,028 addresses per km², and most homes were built before 1945. It's a young area: nearly half the residents are between 25 and 45.
For your morning bread, Coop is just around the corner, Jumbo is a couple of streets away, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. Primary schools are close: Agatha Snellenschool is a five-minute walk, and KBS Gertrudis is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Utrecht offers plenty of green space, with a park or public garden just around the corner and the Krommerijn river nearby.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Aspekt Makelaars.
Details of this home
Albatrosstraat 14, Utrecht
Satisfactory · 2 residents
It's a good neighbourhood but a lot could also be better in terms of cleanliness, parking, safety.
Auto-translated to English by AII moved to this neighbourhood 15 years ago with two children aged 12 and 10 respectively. I invited the neighbours over to get acquainted, but it never went further than a Christmas card and saying hello to each other. I was busy with the kids, work, studies, etc. At the time, I didn't have much need for it either, and everyone did their own thing. Shops and restaurants within walking distance, as well as bus and train connections. The little river Krommerijn flows past my house. Lots of pleasure boats and joggers going back and forth to Amelisweerd. A small park nearby where I can enjoy walking. Primary schools close by and I feel safe. The house itself is fine, but could be better insulated and have a toilet upstairs. The neighbourhood could do more for each other by doing things together and each according to their abilities. Being able to help each other if needed, keeping an eye out. The lower part of the housing is much older, and above the lower houses there is an apartment. Here mainly live single people or families with young children. I would like to get to know each other and the question is: how do I do it?
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About Albatrosstraat 14, Utrecht
The asking price of €425,000 is below the neighbourhood average of €496,500 and the median of €450,000. However, at 65 m², the price per m² works out to about €6,538, which is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €6,758. Given the E energy label and the compact size, the price seems in line with the market.
Watervogelbuurt is a densely populated urban area with a young demographic. Residents appreciate the proximity to shops, restaurants, and public transport, but note that cleanliness, parking, and safety could be better. Social cohesion is low, according to one long-term resident. The area has a mix of pre-war and newer housing, with many single-person households.
The nearest train station is 0.4 km away, which is about a five-minute walk. This makes commuting by train very convenient from this location.
There are several supermarkets within walking distance: Coop at 255 m, Jumbo at 322 m, and Albert Heijn at 491 m. For a wider selection, there are also Lidl and another Albert Heijn within about 700 m.
Energy label E means the home is not very energy-efficient, so you can expect higher heating costs. In Watervogelbuurt, 34.6% of homes have label A, 19.2% label B, and 23.1% label C, so this apartment is less efficient than most of the current housing stock for sale.
Yes, there are several primary and secondary schools within walking distance. Agatha Snellenschool (primary) is 414 m away, and KBS Gertrudis (primary) is 699 m away. For secondary education, Utrechts Stedelijk Gymnasium is 606 m away.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Watervogelbuurt
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