A classic Utrecht apartment with a keen price
This ground-floor apartment on the Amsterdamsestraatweg sits in Pijlsweerd-Zuid, a lively part of Utrecht where the streets are busy with students and tourists, yet residents say it feels safe at any hour. The asking price of €300,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €525,303. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Utrecht sits well above this level.
The home itself
Built in 1920, this apartment spans one floor and includes two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 61 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 66 m². The home is fully owned, heated by a combi boiler, and comes with a monthly HOA fee of €61. According to the agent, the property has double glazing and floor insulation.
Life in Pijlsweerd-Zuid
Residents give the Pijlsweerd-Zuid neighbourhood an average score of 7.41, based on four reviews. One resident says: "The neighbourhood is getting greener and more beautiful!" Another notes: "I always feel safe in this neighbourhood, perhaps because it's close to the police station." Some residents mention the lack of greenery and occasional litter, but also praise the friendly neighbours and good social control. The area is home to about 4,700 people, with a high share of single-person households.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy: Albert Heijn, Aldi, and Ekoplaza are all just around the corner, and a couple of streets away you'll find KBS De Pijlstaart primary school. The nearest GP and pharmacy are a ten-minute walk, and Utrecht Centraal station is about a ten-minute walk. Bus line 3 stops on your doorstep at Utrecht, Viaduct, with more lines available a few minutes away. The municipality of the municipality of Utrecht offers extensive public transport connections.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is €467,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 36% below that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 42%, from €330,000 to €467,000. As for address risks, road traffic noise is above the norm at 65 dB, and railway noise is also above the norm at 57 dB. The foundation risk indication is medium, and pluvial flooding risk is elevated, all based on area-level data rather than an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Brecheisen Makelaars Utrecht B.V.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Amsterdamsestraatweg 140, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €300,000 is 43% below the average asking price in Pijlsweerd-Zuid, which is €525,303. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed area of 61 m², is €4,918, which is 25% below the neighbourhood average of €6,574 per m². This makes the price keen relative to the local market.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 61 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 66 m². The home is heated by a combi boiler and has double glazing and floor insulation, according to the agent.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value is €467,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 36% below this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 42%, from €330,000 in 2020 to €467,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to area-level data, road traffic noise is 65 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is 57 dB Lden, also above the norm. Aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden and industrial noise is 49 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are indications for the area, not measurements inside the home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on area-level data: the building dates from 1920, before 1970, and in this postcode area 100% of properties were built before 1970. Additionally, 4% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is not an inspection of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn, Aldi, and Ekoplaza are all about 266 metres away, just around the corner. Another Albert Heijn is 544 metres away, and a PLUS supermarket is 601 metres away. This makes daily grocery shopping convenient without needing a car.
What schools are close to this apartment?
KBS De Pijlstaart primary school is about 320 metres away, and Montessori Kind Centrum LEF is 445 metres away. For secondary education, Al Amana College Utrecht is 687 metres away. The nearest primary school is a couple of streets away, and the secondary school is a ten-minute walk.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus line 3 stops at Utrecht, Viaduct, just 27 metres from the door. Other stops include Utrecht, Herenweg (208 metres) and Utrecht, David van Mollemstraat (400 metres), where lines 3, 6, 7, and 27 stop. Utrecht Centraal train station is about 963 metres away, roughly a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in Pijlsweerd-Zuid?
Residents rate the neighbourhood 7.41 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "The neighbourhood is getting greener and more beautiful!" Another notes: "I always feel safe in this neighbourhood, perhaps because it's close to the police station." Some mention a lack of greenery and litter, but also praise the friendly neighbours and good social control.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also states that the home has double glazing and floor insulation, which contribute to energy efficiency.
