A bright apartment in the heart of Utrecht
This three-room apartment on Arthur van Schendelstraat 177 sits in the Hooch Boulandt neighbourhood, right in the middle of Utrecht's historic Binnenstad district. Built in 1994, it's a modern home in a classic setting, with the energy label A. At €459,000, the asking price is keen compared to the average asking price of €530,200 in the neighbourhood. If you're looking for apartments in Utrecht, this one stands out for its central yet quiet position.
Inside the home
The apartment spans one floor, with two bedrooms and a single bathroom. The living area measures 78 square metres, matching the agent's listing. It's fully insulated and heated by district heating, so you can expect efficient warmth. There's a rear garden of 11 square metres, a nice bonus for an apartment. The ground lease is municipal and has been paid off until 02-02-2040, which means no annual ground rent to worry about. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €219.27.
The neighbourhood around Hooch Boulandt
Hooch Boulandt is a quiet pocket within the bustling city centre, and residents give the district a solid 7.54 out of 10 based on nine reviews. One resident notes, "The Nieuwegracht is a quiet and clean side of the centre of Utrecht," while another adds, "the streets behind the Singel are actually very quiet and peaceful." The area is home to around 2,050 people, with a high proportion of single-person households at 64%. It's a walkable neighbourhood, though some residents mention that the walk from the central station can feel dark at night. For a closer look at what it's like to live here, check out the Hooch Boulandt neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are a breeze: the Coop supermarket is just around the corner, and the Jumbo and Albert Heijn are a couple of streets away. The Agatha Snellenschool primary school is within a five-minute walk, and the Huisartsenpraktijk De Greev GP practice is about ten minutes on foot. For public transport, the bus stop Utrecht, Hoogh Boulandt is just around the corner with line 2, and Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn train station is a five-minute walk. The city centre is easily reachable on foot or by bike, as residents often point out. The municipality of Utrecht offers all the urban conveniences you could need.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is €510,000 as of the reference date 2025-01-01, and the asking price sits 10% below that. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 44%, from €353,000 to €510,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise levels from road traffic, rail, and industry are all below the legal standards. The foundation risk is low, with only 4% of properties in the area showing an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and expected to remain so.
About the listing
At the time of writing, this home is offered via Punt Makelaars Utrecht, and it's listed on two channels, including Funda.
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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 Arthur van Schendelstraat 177, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €459,000 is 10% below the WOZ value of €510,000, which was set on 2025-01-01. This means the asking price is lower than the municipal valuation. The WOZ value is a reference from the municipality, not the current market value, but it can give an indication of how the price relates to official assessments.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. It's spread over a single floor, with a living area of 78 square metres. There's also a rear garden of 11 square metres, which is a nice outdoor space for an apartment in the city centre. The home is fully insulated and heated by district heating.
What is the ground lease situation?
The ground lease is municipal and has been paid off until 02-02-2040. This means the annual ground rent has been settled in advance, so you won't have to pay a separate ground rent fee during that period. After 2040, the situation may change, but for now it's a fixed cost that's already covered.
What are the noise levels like in this area?
According to address-level risk data, the noise levels from road traffic are 48 dB Lden, from rail 42 dB Lden, and from industry 50 dB Lden. All of these are below the legal noise standards. These are area-level indications, not measurements for this specific home, but they suggest that noise is not a major concern in the immediate surroundings.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk in this area is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, only 4% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home, but it suggests that foundation issues are not widespread here.
What are the flood and heat stress risks?
The pluvial flooding risk is elevated, meaning there's a chance of waterlogging during heavy rainfall. The flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and expected to remain medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not a specific assessment of this property.
What amenities are nearby?
The Coop supermarket is just around the corner at 337 metres, and the Jumbo and Albert Heijn are within a five-minute walk. The Agatha Snellenschool primary school is 447 metres away, and the Huisartsenpraktijk De Greev GP practice is 652 metres. The pharmacy Apotheek Boswijk is 414 metres away, and the Diakonessenhuis hospital is about 1.3 kilometres.
How is the public transport connectivity?
The bus stop Utrecht, Hoogh Boulandt is just 217 metres away, served by line 2. There's also Utrecht, Tolsteegbrug at 357 metres with line 2, and Utrecht, Brederoplein at 440 metres with line 1. The nearest train station is Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn, which is 442 metres away, making it easy to reach other parts of the city and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Residents rate the district 7.54 out of 10 based on nine reviews. They describe it as quiet and peaceful, especially the streets behind the Singel. One resident notes, "The Nieuwegracht is a quiet and clean side of the centre of Utrecht," while another says, "the streets behind the Singel are actually very quiet and peaceful." Some mention that the walk from the central station can feel dark at night, but overall it's a walkable and convenient area.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
This listing does not state any missing fields. The property details are fully provided, including the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, floor area, garden, and insulation. If you have specific questions about the home, you can contact the agent Punt Makelaars Utrecht for more information.
