A classic lower-ground apartment in Dichterswijk
This 1926 benedenwoning sits in Dichterswijk, a pre-war neighbourhood in the south-west of Utrecht where most homes were built before 1945. The asking price of €449,000 is 28% below the neighbourhood average of €622,038, which the data describes as keen. For context, the average asking price per m² in the area is €6,039, and this home is listed at €6,236 per m² based on the agent's floor area. If you are looking at apartments in Utrecht, this one stands out for its price relative to the local market.
The home itself
According to the agent, this is a three-room apartment with two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor on the first living level. The living area is listed as 72 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 60 m². The home has a rear garden of 18 m² facing north-east, and the agent notes a free view. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler, and there is a homeowners' association fee of €10,500 per year. The property was built in 1926 and carries an energy label C.
Life in Dichterswijk
Dichterswijk is a compact district where nearly half of all households are single-person, and the average household size is 1.9. Residents of the wider district give their living environment an average score of 7.31, based on 13 reviews. One resident says: "I find it nice that everything is close by and well accessible." Another resident, however, notes that "the neighbourhood is getting dirtier" and that neighbour contacts have declined. A third resident describes it as "good and cosy," with friendly and attentive fellow residents. These reviews reflect the district as a whole, not just this specific street. For more context, you can explore the Dichterswijk neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Coop and PLUS a couple of streets away. For primary education, Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter is a five-minute walk, and KBS Gertrudis is also close by. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk De Greev, and Apotheek Buijs is just around the corner. Bus stops at Balijelaan and Balijebrug are on your doorstep, served by lines 1 and 29. Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Utrecht offers a wide range of services and cultural amenities nearby.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €379,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 18% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 99%, from €190,000 to €379,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 66 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway noise is 38 dB Lden, below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, and this is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and the current flood risk is elevated, though by 2050 it is expected to be low. Heat stress is currently low but may become medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Linnebank Real Estate on Vastgoed Nederland.
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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 Balijelaan 65, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €449,000 is 28% below the average asking price in Dichterswijk, which is €622,038. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €610,000. This makes the home relatively affordable compared to other listings in the area, though the price per m² is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €6,039.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is a three-room apartment with two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 72 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 60 m². There is a rear garden of 18 m² facing north-east, and the home is located on the first living level.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value is €379,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 18% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 99%, from €190,000 in 2020 to €379,000 in 2025. This reflects the general upward trend in property values in the area.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The road traffic noise level at this address is 66 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is 38 dB Lden, which is below the norm. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, and the area is a KCAF attention zone. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 4% of properties in this postcode area have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, just around the corner at 292 metres. Coop is at 316 metres, and PLUS is at 389 metres. There are also additional options within a short distance, including another Coop at 717 metres and a Jumbo at 972 metres.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter is a five-minute walk away, at 283 metres. KBS Gertrudis is also nearby, at 393 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 0.6 km away. There are also several other primary schools within a short distance.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Utrecht, Balijelaan, just 200 metres away, served by lines 1 and 29. Another stop, Utrecht, Balijebrug, is at 358 metres with line 29. Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn train station is 768 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the wider district give their living environment an average score of 7.31, based on 13 reviews. One resident appreciates that "everything is close by and well accessible," while another notes that the neighbourhood is "getting dirtier" and that neighbour contacts have declined. A third resident describes it as "good and cosy" with friendly neighbours.
