A classic Utrecht apartment on Biltstraat
This apartment on the Biltstraat sits in Wittevrouwen, a neighbourhood with a lively, urban character. Built in 1920, the home has a floor area of 62 m² and carries an A+++ energy label, which is the most efficient label available. At €2,650 per month, the rent is above the neighbourhood average of €2,534, so it sits on the high side for the area. For context, the average rent per m² here is €33.78, and this home works out at €42.74 per m². If you are weighing up options, apartments in Utrecht give a sense of what is available across the city.
Wittevrouwen: a mixed, intense neighbourhood
Wittevrouwen is a dense, student-heavy part of Utrecht, and the single review on reflects that. One resident describes it as "Too expensive, dilapidated white neighbourhood," adding that streets are poorly maintained, with "vomit, glass, and rubbish" and "dirty pavements, graffiti everywhere." The same review notes a "huge nuisance of students" and a lack of diversity, with "only rich white people" and "social inequality clearly visible." It is a stark picture, though based on just one review. CBS figures show a young population, with 37% aged 25 to 45 and 19% aged 15 to 25, and 59% of households are single-person. For a fuller picture, the Wittevrouwen neighbourhood page has more detail.
Daily life on the street
For everyday errands, the Biltstraat area is well served. An Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Jumbo is a couple of streets away, so picking up bread or groceries is easy. There is also an Ekoplaza and another Albert Heijn within a five-minute walk. For families, primary schools are close: the Openbare Jenaplanschool Wittevrouwen is on your doorstep, and the KBS Montessori Buiten Wittevrouwen is just around the corner. Secondary options are a bit further, with the School aan de Singel about a ten-minute walk away. The train station is 1.9 km off, which is a manageable distance for commuters. The municipality of Utrecht page covers the wider area.
Listing details
At the time of writing, this home is listed through 4-Freedom Vastgoedbeheer and is also available via Funda, so it appears on more than one channel.
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Frequently asked questions
About Biltstraat 124A, Utrecht
Is €2,650 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is above the neighbourhood average of €2,534 and the median of €2,595. At €42.74 per m², it is also higher than the average of €33.78 per m² for rentals in Wittevrouwen. The home is smaller than the typical rental here, which averages 167 m², so the price per square metre is notably higher. Whether it is fair depends on what you value, but it is on the high side compared with other listings in the area.
What does the A+++ energy label mean for this home?
An A+++ label is the most efficient energy label available in the Netherlands. It is an official registration, so the home is expected to have very low energy costs. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, but it does indicate that the home is highly efficient in terms of energy use.
How does the size of this apartment compare with others in Wittevrouwen?
This apartment has a floor area of 62 m², which is 63% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 167 m² for rentals. That makes it a compact option, especially for the price. The average rental in Wittevrouwen is much larger, so this home stands out for its smaller footprint rather than its space.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
There is one review on, and it is critical. The resident describes Wittevrouwen as "dilapidated" with poorly maintained streets, rubbish, and graffiti, and mentions a "huge nuisance of students." The review also notes a lack of diversity and visible social inequality. It is a single perspective, so it may not reflect everyone's experience, but it is the only resident feedback available.
How far is the nearest supermarket and school?
An Albert Heijn is 140 metres away, and a Jumbo is 203 metres, so daily groceries are within a short walk. For schools, the Openbare Jenaplanschool Wittevrouwen is 93 metres away, and the KBS Montessori Buiten Wittevrouwen is 178 metres. Secondary education is further, with the School aan de Singel about 467 metres off.
Is the train station within walking distance?
The train station is 1.9 km from the home. That is roughly a 25-minute walk, or a short cycle. It is not on your doorstep, but it is a reasonable distance for those who commute by train regularly.
