Bilderdijkstraat 40BS
Nieuw Engeland Th. a. Kempisplantsoen en omgeving, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodA classic apartment in Utrecht West
This apartment on Bilderdijkstraat 40BS sits in the lively Nieuw Engeland, Th. a. Kempisplantsoen en omgeving neighbourhood, part of Utrecht West. The asking price of €525,000 is in line with the market, given that the average price for apartments in Utrecht is around €519,000. Built in 1906, this home carries a classic charm that fits the area's character.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this apartment spans two floors and includes seven rooms, four bedrooms, and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 101 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 90 m². The home features a roof terrace and a balcony, and there is a garden. It comes with a central heating boiler and is part of a homeowners' association with a monthly contribution of €45. The property is freehold.
The neighbourhood
Residents give this neighbourhood an average score of 8.25 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "I have good experience in this neighbourhood, people are respectful, it's a nice place to live." Another notes: "It's a nice and safe neighbourhood. I'm also very happy with the renovation of the Kanaalstraat, it's now more accessible and nicer to walk through." The area is home to about 5,860 people, with a mix of ages and household types. For more details, see the Nieuw Engeland, Th. a. Kempisplantsoen en omgeving neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy: an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and another Albert Heijn, an Aldi, and an Ekoplaza are a couple of streets away. For primary education, Kindercampus Molenpark is a five-minute walk, and KBS De Pijlstaart is also nearby. The nearest GP is Gezondheidscentrum Lombok, Huisartsen, and the pharmacy is Lombok Apotheek BV, both within a short walk. For public transport, bus stop Utrecht, Hasebroekstraat is on your doorstep, with lines 12, 13, 28, 73, N1, and 120. Utrecht Centraal station is a ten-minute walk away, connecting you to the wider region. The municipality of Utrecht offers all this and more, as you can see on the municipality of Utrecht.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €515,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 2% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 57%, from €329,000 to €515,000. Regarding address risks, the noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is medium, and there is a medium indication for pluvial flooding and heat stress, with an elevated current flood risk. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Paul Dijkstra Makelaars.
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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 Bilderdijkstraat 40BS, Utrecht
What is the asking price and how does it compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price is €525,000. The WOZ value, as of 1 January 2025, is €515,000, so the asking price is 2% above that. This comparison is factual and does not imply whether the price is high or low. The average asking price for apartments in this neighbourhood is around €519,000, so this home is close to that figure.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this apartment have?
According to the agent, this apartment has seven rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 101 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 90 m². There is also a roof terrace and a balcony, and the property is part of a homeowners' association with a monthly fee of €45.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This label indicates that the home is not among the most efficient, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The label does not tell you about the condition of the building itself. In this neighbourhood, about 15% of homes have an A+ label and 31% have an A label, so this home's label is lower than many others.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on area-level data, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1906, and in this postcode area, 90% of buildings were constructed before 1970. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 2% of buildings in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of paalrot.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is 46 dB Lden, and aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These figures are from 2022 and 2023 and are area-level indications, not measurements at the property itself.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
An Albert Heijn is just around the corner, about 254 metres away. Another Albert Heijn, an Aldi, and an Ekoplaza are about 509 metres away, and a SPAR is 679 metres away. This gives you plenty of options for daily groceries within a short walk.
What schools are close to this apartment?
For primary education, Kindercampus Molenpark is about 472 metres away, and KBS De Pijlstaart is 571 metres away. For secondary education, Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht is 685 metres away. These distances make school runs manageable on foot or by bike.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Utrecht, Hasebroekstraat, about 259 metres away, with lines 12, 13, 28, 73, N1, and 120. Another stop, Utrecht, Moskeeplein, is 331 metres away with similar lines. Utrecht Centraal train station is 774 metres away, so you have good access to national rail services.
What do residents say about living in this neighbourhood?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 8.25 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "I have good experience in this neighbourhood, people are respectful, it's a nice place to live." Another mentions: "It's a nice and safe neighbourhood. I'm also very happy with the renovation of the Kanaalstraat." A third notes it's "Quiet" with "Few bars/restaurants" and "Nice people."
What is the WOZ value development over the past five years?
The WOZ value has increased by 57% between 2020 and 2025, from €329,000 to €515,000. This is a significant rise, reflecting the general trend in the area. The current WOZ value, as of 1 January 2025, is €515,000.
Experiences from Nieuw Engeland Th. a. Kempisplantsoen en omgeving
How residents experience their neighbourhood
I have good experience in this neighbourhood, people are respectful, it's a nice place to live
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice and safe neighbourhood. I'm also very happy with the renovation of the Kanaalstraat, it's now more accessible and nicer to walk through. I've occasionally been catcalled near the Albert Heijn, which I really think shouldn't happen, but I'm not sure what we can do about it. I think there are enough shops in the area and I would recommend it.
Auto-translated to English by AIFew bars/restaurants Nice people
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Nieuw Engeland Th. a. Kempisplantsoen en omgeving
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €509,733 | €499,000 |
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| Sale per m² | €6,489 | – |
| Rent price | €1,850 p/m | €1,850 p/m |
Experiences from West
How residents experience their district
Cosy, student-like, park on the doorstep, where people sit when the weather is nice. Pub in the neighbourhood, shopping centre within walking distance and Kanaalstraat nearby.
Auto-translated to English by AIEspecially great that there are so many nice shops in the area. The walks to the Muntkade and Park Oog en Al also often make my day. The house I live in is old and hasn't been properly maintained by the landlord for a long time.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a reasonably quiet neighbourhood. But there is absolutely no social contact.
Auto-translated to English by AIMy experience in the neighbourhood used to be very good. It was fun and cosy. Now there are some people living there who make it a lot less cosy and cause unjustified nuisance. You are wrongly accused and the police are called immediately. Personally, I don't think it's a safe neighbourhood, cars also drive very fast and there are many children who are careless with scooters or fatbikes.
Auto-translated to English by AII quite like it there
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is restless and there is often rubbish on the street. And by restless I mean that in November fireworks go off at night and people often hang around on the street until late. There is a snack bar and several shops in the area. However, there is a lot of hassle, for example with the sewerage that needs to be repaired. When residents report this, it sometimes takes months before anything is done about it, and even then it is not done properly. More police are also needed in the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AII have good experience in this neighbourhood, people are respectful, it's a nice place to live
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a beautiful neighbourhood with well-maintained houses and gardens, but there is little contact between residents. Although the surroundings are inviting and tidy, you hardly see people on the street and there is little interaction. Everyone seems to go their own way, which makes the neighbourhood, despite its beauty, a bit lonely.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €635,553 | €610,376 |
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| Sale per m² | €6,842 | – |
| Rent price | €1,826 p/m | €1,775 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 p/m | – |
Experiences from Utrecht
How residents experience their municipality
De Nieuwegracht is een rustige en schone kant van het centrum van Utrecht. Aan de overkant ligt een mooi park en een grote weide. Hier is het over het algemeen rustig, soms helaas niet heel schoon. Op de wandelpaden liggen op sommige plekken erg veel sigaretten. De buurt is erg goed bereikbaar op de fiets en te voet. De auto is niet aan te raden, hoewel de Nieuwegracht in vergelijking met de Oudegracht en Twijnstraat veel makkelijker is voor auto's.
Auto-translated to English by AILeuke gemixte buurt waar mensen oog voor elkaar hebben en het rustig wonen is. Het grootste voordeel is dat alle voorzieningen dichtbij zijn zoals Leidsche Rijn centrum, winkelcentrum parkwijk, bushalte, treinstation, scholen, sportclubs, parken, bioscoop en horeca.
Auto-translated to English by AIHeerlijk rustige buurt op slechts 20 minuten afstand van het centrum van Utrecht. Park Hoge Weide, scholen, supermarkten en sportvoorzieningen zijn om de hoek.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighborhood is considered safe, has an active and engaged community, and is well maintained. Neighborhood relations are good. Residents have access to quality housing, reputable schools, and attractive green spaces such as Wilhelminapark, Oosterspoorbaan and Minstroom. The centre is within reach, and Oost offers a nice number of shops.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy, student-like, park on the doorstep, where people sit when the weather is nice. Pub in the neighbourhood, shopping centre within walking distance and Kanaalstraat nearby.
Auto-translated to English by AILunetten zuid is a fairly extensive area, but there are common characteristics: There is little traffic on the streets, even the ring road is relatively quiet. Many houses are situated around a shared green space with some play facilities. This quickly creates a bond with the neighbours. Because Lunetten is separated from the city by a park and forts, which are part of the UNESCO heritage, it has some village-like features. If you value your privacy and don't like contact, then Leidsche rijn is more likely a place where you'll feel at home. Lunetten is not a place of high fences, but rather has a scent of granola with a hint of wokeness. If you feel at home with that, you are very welcome, but if you are not willing to do something for the neighbourhood or your neighbours, there are plenty of other places where you will feel at home.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in Zuilen for 26 years and still consider it one of the best neighbourhoods in Utrecht. With shops, schools, buses and the train station all nearby, everything is within reach. And with the beautiful Julianapark just around the corner, the area also has a lovely place to relax. As far as I'm concerned, an absolute top location.
Auto-translated to English by AIEspecially great that there are so many nice shops in the area. The walks to the Muntkade and Park Oog en Al also often make my day. The house I live in is old and hasn't been properly maintained by the landlord for a long time.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €594,392 | €545,276 |
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| Sale per m² | €6,538 | – |
| Rent price | €1,906 p/m | €1,879 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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