Dichterswijk, Utrecht
This upper maisonette on Bolksbeekstraat 20BS sits in Dichterswijk, a lively part of Utrecht's Zuidwest district. The area is very strongly urban, with a high address density, and the home is part of a residential street that feels calm yet connected. With an asking price of €500,000, this home is priced 21% below the average asking price of €635,500 for apartments in Utrecht, which puts it on the sharp side of the market.
Built in 1926, this apartment spans two floors and includes four rooms, two bedrooms, and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 85 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent's listing states 75 m². The home features a sunny terrace facing south, a roof terrace, and a CV boiler for heating. It is offered as full ownership, with a monthly HOA fee of €100. The property is located on the first living floor and is described as an upper maisonette (dubbel bovenhuis).
Dichterswijk is a neighbourhood with a mix of old and new, where about 31% of homes were built before 1945 and 47% between 1990 and 2010. Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.36 out of 10, based on twelve reviews. One resident says: "Good and cosy, going well, contact with fellow residents friendly and attentive." Another notes: "The houses are going to the immigrant community and status holders AZC. Neighbourhood is getting dirtier, stinks, neighbourhood no longer has neighbour contacts, everyone just does their own thing." A third mentions: "Becoming very criminal-like, don't dare to go outside in the evenings anymore." These reviews reflect a range of experiences, so it's worth exploring the area yourself. The neighbourhood has about 5,795 inhabitants, with a high share of single-person households at 49%.
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and the PLUS and Coop are just around the corner. For primary education, Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter is a couple of streets away, as is KBS Gertrudis. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk De Greev, is a five-minute walk, and Apotheek Buijs is just around the corner. For public transport, bus stop Utrecht, Balijelaan is on your doorstep with lines 1 and 29, and Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Utrecht offers extensive facilities, including the Diakonessenhuis hospital within a short distance.
The WOZ value is not available for this property, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. Regarding address risks, the noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway noise is 40 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970, and in this postcode area, 100% of properties were built before 1970; 4% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. Climate risks include medium pluvial flooding, elevated current flood risk, low flood risk in 2050, and medium heat stress both now and in 2050.
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Morgen Makelaardij and Morgen Makelaardij on 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.
About Bolksbeekstraat 20BS, Utrecht
The asking price of €500,000 is 21% below the average asking price of €635,500 for homes in Dichterswijk. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €575,000, and prices range from €325,000 to €1,245,000. This makes the home relatively affordable compared to the neighbourhood average, but the final value depends on the specific features and condition of the property.
This upper maisonette has four rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 85 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent states 75 m². The home includes a sunny terrace facing south and a roof terrace. It is located on the first living floor and has a CV boiler for heating.
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, but it is not provided here. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
According to area-level data, the noise from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 40 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These are indications for the area, not measurements taken at the property itself.
The foundation risk indication is medium. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, and in this postcode area, 100% of properties are from that era. Additionally, 4% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, just 158 metres away, so on your doorstep. The PLUS and Coop are also close, at 343 and 345 metres respectively, which is just around the corner. A Jumbo is about 827 metres away, a ten-minute walk.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter is 280 metres away, and KBS Gertrudis is 325 metres away. Both are a couple of streets from the home. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 600 metres away.
The nearest bus stop is Utrecht, Balijelaan, just 62 metres away, with bus lines 1 and 29. Another stop, Utrecht, Brederoplein, is 302 metres away with line 1. The nearest train station is Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn, about 634 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk.
Residents of the district give an average score of 7.36 out of 10, based on twelve reviews. Some residents appreciate the friendly contacts, while others express concerns about cleanliness and safety. The reviews reflect a mix of experiences, so it's best to visit the area to get a feel for it.
Area-level data indicates a medium risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, and the current flood risk is elevated, though it is expected to be low by 2050. Heat stress is medium both now and in 2050. These are indications for the area, not specific to the property.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
This neighbourhood used to be a deprived area with many problems. Now a lot of new buildings have been built. But behind the walls of the houses, there are still problems. Apart from that, there are many racists living here. The neighbourhood has been nicely renovated and looks better than before. In the meantime, schools have been renovated for the little children.
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| Sale price | €635,500 | €575,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,607 | – |
| Rent price | €2,002 p/m | €1,995 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €26 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
The houses are going to the immigrant community and status holders AZC. Neighbourhood is getting dirtier, stinks, neighbourhood no longer has neighbour contacts, everyone just does their own thing.
Auto-translated to English by AIGoing well, contact with fellow residents friendly and attentive
Auto-translated to English by AIDon't dare to go outside in the evenings anymore
Auto-translated to English by AISuch a beautiful neighbourhood and it keeps getting more beautiful, especially with the improvements to the Jutfaseweg.
Auto-translated to English by AIA pleasant, easily accessible neighbourhood with many amenities, close to the centre. Great!
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the moment the neighbourhood is not very safe. Drugs are traded on the car park, laughing gas is also used, cartridges lie on the car park. Then the rubbish bins... are emptied poorly, everyone dumps bulky waste next to them... So yes, the neighbourhood is going downhill fast! Enforcement is hard to find, as is the police.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a good neighbourhood to live in with a large shopping centre a 5-minute walk away, two smaller ones on either side of the large shopping centre, and then the city centre is 5-6 minutes away by tram. There is a secondary school (Unic), a public primary school (Anne Frank School) and an international primary school in the area. There is also a sports club nearby where children can join for tennis, hockey, football, gymnastics, baseball, etc. There are bus stops everywhere and a tram runs through the neighbourhood, making it easily accessible. There are plenty of playgrounds, although they could do with a bit of sprucing up. It's a fairly quiet neighbourhood and I've never really had any trouble with people. There is little to no unrest in the area and there is also a police station close by. The streets can be dirty now and then, but there are always people from the neighbourhood who voluntarily keep them clean themselves. Sometimes the rubbish can sit by the bins a bit too long. There is greenery everywhere and there is a park nearby where you can enjoy a lovely walk in the evening. The only thing missing is a clear sense of community in the neighbourhood, but they are trying to create more togetherness with the neighbourhood drinks that are held, the community centre and the regular meetings.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's always safe during the day, but walking the streets at night in the dark is impossible as a woman. Also often seen police chases near shopping centre Nova. Housing is good. More and nicer greenery would improve the neighbourhood. As would making it car-free and banning mopeds.
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| Sale price | €536,367 | €463,340 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,689 | – |
| Rent price | €1,752 p/m | €1,769 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 p/m | – |
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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| Sale price | €593,036 | €543,827 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,525 | – |
| Rent price | €1,906 p/m | €1,874 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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