A calm spot in Utrecht Oost
This apartment sits in the Watervogelbuurt, a quiet residential pocket of Utrecht Oost where life moves at a gentle pace. The street itself feels settled, with a mix of households that, as one resident puts it, "goes all well together and brings a cosy atmosphere." The asking price is €450,000. For context, apartments in Utrecht across the municipality vary widely, and this one sits at 20% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €561,650.
The apartment itself
Built in 2009, this two-room apartment on the second floor spans two levels, with one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 54 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 58 m². The energy label is B, which means it is reasonably efficient, though you will still want to budget for heating. The total volume comes to 181 m³, giving the space a compact but workable feel.
Life in the Watervogelbuurt
Residents of the wider district give their area an average score of 7.71, based on 13 reviews. One resident describes it as a "peaceful neighborhood" with an "active and engaged community," adding that it is "well maintained" and has "attractive green spaces such as Wilhelminapark, Oosterspoorbaan and Minstroom." Another notes it is "a good neighbourhood but a lot could also be better in terms of cleanliness, parking, safety." The district is home to about 2,260 people, with a high share of single-person households at 63%. For a closer look at the area, the Watervogelbuurt neighbourhood page has more detail.
Amenities and getting around
The Coop supermarket is on your doorstep, with a Jumbo a couple of streets away and an Albert Heijn within a ten-minute walk. For school runs, the Agatha Snellenschool is a five-minute walk, and the KBS Gertrudis is just beyond that. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk De Greev, is a couple of streets away, and Apotheek Boswijk is nearby too. Public transport is well served: the tram and bus stop at Utrecht, Station Vaartsche Rijn is just around the corner, with lines 8, 9, 20, 21, 29, 47, N4 and 341, and the train station Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn is even closer. The municipality of Utrecht offers plenty beyond the immediate area.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property, so there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. As for the address, the area-level risk data shows road traffic noise at 50 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway noise at 49 dB Lden stays below it. The foundation risk indication is low, with 2% of properties in the area flagged for elevated pile rot risk. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, though the flood risk by 2050 is low, and heat stress is currently low but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via VAN GINKEL MAKELAARS.
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About Brugsteeg 15, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €450,000 is 20% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €561,650. The average price per square metre in the area is €6,899, while this home is listed at €8,333 per m² based on the agent's floor area. No judgement is given on whether the price is high or low relative to the market.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is a two-room apartment on the second floor, with one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over two levels. The agent lists the living area at 54 m², while the BAG registration records 58 m². The total volume is 181 m³. It was built in 2009 and has an energy label B.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
No WOZ value is stated for this property. Without it, there is no official comparison between the asking price and the municipal valuation.
What are the noise levels like around this address?
Area-level data indicates road traffic noise at 50 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is at 49 dB Lden, which stays below the norm. These are indications for the area, not measurements taken inside this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Coop is just 82 metres away, on your doorstep. A Jumbo is 338 metres away, and there are two Albert Heijn stores within about 500 metres. A Lidl is 669 metres away. That gives you several options for daily groceries within a short walk.
How is the public transport from this location?
The tram and bus stop at Utrecht, Station Vaartsche Rijn is 110 metres away, serving lines 8, 9, 20, 21, 29, 47, N4 and 341. The train station Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn is even closer at 84 metres. Bus stops at Tolsteegbrug and Sterrenwijk are also within a few hundred metres.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider district give an average score of 7.71 out of 10, based on 13 reviews. One resident calls it a "peaceful neighborhood" with an "active and engaged community," while another says it is "a good neighbourhood but a lot could also be better in terms of cleanliness, parking, safety." The district has a high share of single-person households at 63%.
Are there schools within walking distance?
Yes, the Agatha Snellenschool is 461 metres away, and the KBS Gertrudis is 539 metres away, both primary schools. For secondary education, the Utrechts Stedelijk Gymnasium is 770 metres away. There are also special education options nearby, such as Auris Rotsoord at 684 metres.
