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Domplein Neude Janskerkhof, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Boothstraat sits in the very core of Utrecht, where the city's medieval past meets everyday city life. At 55 m² it is compact, but the high ceilings and large windows typical of an 1898 building give it a spacious feel. The asking price of €425,000 is 53% below the neighbourhood average of €900,458, which is keen given the smaller floor area. For context, apartments in Utrecht vary widely in size and price.
This is Utrecht's historic centre, with the Dom Tower a few minutes' walk away. The area is densely built and very lively, with a high proportion of students and young professionals. The address density is 6,370 addresses per km², making it one of the most urban spots in the city. Most homes are pre-war, and energy labels vary. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, but the figures show a young, transient population: 53% of residents are between 25 and 45, and 53% live alone. For more on the area, see the Domplein, Neude, Janskerkhof neighbourhood.
Boothstraat is a quiet street just off the busy Oudegracht. Your morning bread run is a two-minute walk to Albert Heijn, and there is another Albert Heijn and Boon's Markt. For primary schools, Koorschool Utrecht is 190 m away and Openbare Dalton Basisschool Pieterskerkhof is 438 m. Secondary schools include School aan de Singel and St-Gregorius College. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality of Utrecht, which offers extensive cultural and recreational amenities.
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The asking price is 53% below the neighbourhood average of €900,458, but the apartment is also 52% smaller than the average home in the area (55 m² vs 115 m²). The price per m² works out at about €7,727, which is in line with the neighbourhood average of €7,602 per m². So the price is competitive for the size.
The energy label is B, which is good for a building from 1898. It means the home is reasonably efficient, so heating costs should be manageable. In the neighbourhood, 23.5% of homes have label A+ and 29.4% have label A, so this is slightly below the best but still above average.
Utrecht Centraal station is 1.8 km away, about a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride.
You have an Albert Heijn just 170 m away, so groceries are on your doorstep. There are also several other supermarkets within a few hundred metres, including another Albert Heijn at 349 m and Boon's Markt at 371 m. For restaurants, the distance is 0.0 m, meaning there are many right on the street.
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. Koorschool Utrecht (primary) is 190 m away, and Openbare Dalton Basisschool Pieterskerkhof (primary) is 438 m. For secondary education, School aan de Singel is 250 m and St-Gregorius College is 380 m.
The total number of crimes recorded in the neighbourhood is 958, but without context it is hard to interpret. The area is very central and busy, so it is typical for a city centre. You can check local crime maps for more detail.
The neighbourhood has a young population: 53% are between 25 and 45, and 53% live alone. Most homes are apartments (83% of the housing stock), and 21% are owner-occupied. So buyers are often singles or couples looking for a city-centre base.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €838,750 | €970,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,520 | – |
| Rent price | €2,144 p/m | €2,095 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €26 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
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 AII live on the Singel, which is quite busy with traffic, but the streets behind it (between the Singel and the railway) are actually very quiet and peaceful. This is also because there are few amenities in this part. However, you can easily reach all necessary shops on foot. Due to the few cafés in these streets, there is little sense of community. The quiet streets behind the house can sometimes be scary when you have to walk through them at night. Especially the stretch from the central station to home passes dark parks and offices that are empty in the evening. Living on the Singel, apart from the traffic, is very nice because you can (run) along the Singel in the greenery straight away. Hygiene is fine. The bins are not often too full.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving 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. We can't imagine living the same lifestyle if we live further away.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in the Zeven Steegjes all my life and really enjoy it here
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here my whole life and have always enjoyed it.
Auto-translated to English by AIIn terms of amenities it's wonderful to live in the centre, but it's also very busy and not accessible by car. Public transport is excellent. I never feel comfortable walking alone late at night because of all the homeless people and creepy individuals. There should be much more green space in the centre for my liking. It could be so much better. We do have a very nice green courtyard at the apartment complex.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice area to live in. The location is pleasant, but it's the centre so there's almost always noise pollution. Of course that's to be expected. However, the surroundings aren't very hygienic. In the courtyard where we live, there are many restaurants that dump their waste in the alleys. That's a shame.
Auto-translated to English by AIStreet full of shops and cosiness. Nice and bustling sometimes also noisy but that's not the residents' fault haha
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €919,732 | €650,143 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €10,885 | – |
| Rent price | €2,018 p/m | €1,964 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €28 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.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €640,625 | €540,387 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,345 | – |
| Rent price | €1,909 p/m | €1,887 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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