Watervogelbuurt, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Albatrosstraat sits in a quiet corner of Utrecht Oost, with the Krommerijn river just steps away. At 51 m² it is compact, but the high ceilings and original 1913 details give it character. The asking price of €395,000 is 21% below the neighbourhood average of €501,619, which is keen given the energy label F, heating costs will be higher than in a modern home. For context, most apartments in Utrecht sell for more per square metre.
The Watervogelbuurt is a pre-war neighbourhood with a mix of students, young professionals and families. Two residents describe it as "a good neighbourhood" but note that "cleanliness, parking, safety" could improve. Another resident, who has lived here 15 years, says: "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... A small park nearby where I can enjoy walking." They also mention that social cohesion is limited, "it never went further than a Christmas card and saying hello." Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores 6.76 out of 10. Most homes are pre-war, and the area is densely populated with a high proportion of single-person households. For more, see the Watervogelbuurt neighbourhood.
For your morning bread, the Coop is just around the corner, and Jumbo is a couple of streets away. Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. Primary school Agatha Snellenschool is a five-minute walk, and the Utrechts Stedelijk Gymnasium is a ten-minute walk for secondary education. The train station is on your doorstep, a five-minute walk, and the bus stop is even closer. A small park and the riverbank are just around the corner for a lunchtime stroll. The neighbourhood falls under the municipality of Utrecht, which maintains the green spaces and public facilities.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Nijland Makelaars.
Details of this home
Albatrosstraat 18, 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 18, Utrecht
The asking price is 21% below the average asking price in the Watervogelbuurt (€501,619), but the apartment is also 34% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 77 m². The energy label F means higher energy costs. Compared to similar-sized apartments in Utrecht, the price per square metre is in line with the market.
The energy label is F, which is poor. In the Watervogelbuurt, 37.5% of homes have label A and 25% have label B, so this home is less efficient than most. Expect higher heating bills and consider improvements like insulation or double glazing.
The train station is 0.4 km away, about a five-minute walk. Bus connections are also nearby.
Residents describe the neighbourhood as quiet but with limited social cohesion. One says: "I invited the neighbours over to get acquainted, but it never went further than a Christmas card and saying hello." The area has many single-person households and young professionals.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony or terrace. The apartment is in a pre-war building, so outdoor space is likely limited. A small park is 0.3 km away.
The floor area is 51 m², which typically accommodates one or two bedrooms, but you would need to check the layout with the agent.
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