A calm spot in the middle of Utrecht
This ground-floor apartment sits on the Arthur van Schendelstraat in Hooch Boulandt, a quiet corner of the bustling Binnenstad district. The street itself is peaceful, yet the city centre is within easy reach on foot or by bike. With an asking price of €495,000, the price is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €535,625. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Utrecht sits at a different level entirely.
The home itself
Built in 1992, this benedenwoning spans one floor and offers three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 76 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 70 m². The home has double glazing and is heated by district heating. It is located on the first living floor, in a residential area.
Life in Hooch Boulandt
Residents of the Binnenstad district give their surroundings an average score of 7.54, based on nine reviews. One resident says: "The Nieuwegracht is a rustige en schone kant van het centrum van Utrecht. Aan de overkant ligt een mooi park en een grote weide." Another notes: "Living so close to the city centre has pros and cons. Main con is noise. But we love how walkable this neighborhood is to everything in the city centre." The neighbourhood itself has around 2,050 residents, many of whom live alone. For more on the area, see the Hooch Boulandt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with PLUS and Jumbo a couple of streets away. For primary education, odbs Puntenburg is a five-minute walk, and the Agatha Snellenschool is a bit further. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk De Greev, a ten-minute walk, and Apotheek Boswijk is just around the corner. Bus line 2 stops at Utrecht, Nicolaas Beetsstraat, on your doorstep, and Utrecht Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of the municipality of Utrecht offers all this and more.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is €486,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 2% above that value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed according to municipal records. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail, air and industry noise are all below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, with 4% of properties in the area showing an elevated risk of paalrot. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Makelaardij Stek.
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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 Arthur van Schendelstraat 641, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €495,000 is 2% above the WOZ value of €486,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price is also keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €535,625.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This ground-floor apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 76 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 70 m². The home was built in 1992 and has double glazing and district heating.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The home also has double glazing, which helps with insulation. The label is based on the official registration and does not reflect the current condition of the home.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data from the Klimaateffectatlas. In the area, 4% of properties have an elevated risk of paalrot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. No further details are available in the listing.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail noise is 39 dB Lden, air traffic noise is 41 dB Lden, and industry noise is 46 dB Lden, all below their respective norms. These figures come from public data for the area, not from measurements at the home itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn is just around the corner at 463 metres, and PLUS is a similar distance away at 476 metres. Jumbo is a couple of streets further at 545 metres. For daily groceries, you have several options within a short walk, making it easy to shop without a car.
Which schools are close to this home?
The nearest primary school is odbs Puntenburg, about 474 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. The Agatha Snellenschool is at 574 metres, and Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter is at 604 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1.2 km away.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus line 2 stops at Utrecht, Nicolaas Beetsstraat, just 218 metres away, and at Utrecht, Hoogh Boulandt, at 246 metres. Bus line 1 stops at Utrecht, Van der Goesstraat, at 448 metres. Utrecht Centraal train station is 760 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Residents of the Binnenstad district, which includes this neighbourhood, give their surroundings an average score of 7.54 out of 10, based on nine reviews. One resident mentions the quiet streets behind the Singel, while another notes the noise from the city centre but loves the walkability. The neighbourhood itself has around 2,050 residents, with many single-person households.
