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Elinkwijk en omgeving, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Burgemeester van Tuyllkade sits in a pre-war building with high ceilings and original details. At 88 m² it's a comfortable size, and with an energy label B it's reasonably efficient for a 1926 home. The asking price of €475,000 is in line with the market, given that the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €6,237 and the median price is €435,000. For context, apartments in Utrecht vary widely, but this one is fairly priced for its size and location.
Elinkwijk en omgeving is a lively, urban area just north of Utrecht's centre. With an address density of 3,391 addresses per km², it's very densely built up. The population is young, nearly half are between 25 and 45, and many households are singles (1,470 out of 2,600). There are few families with children, so the vibe is more professional and social than family-oriented. The area has a high proportion of pre-war housing (93% built before 1945), which gives the streets a classic Utrecht feel. For more on the area, see the Elinkwijk en omgeving neighbourhood.
Your daily routine here is easy: for bread and groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Boni is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within a five-minute walk, including Christelijke Basisschool De Piramide and KBS Ludger. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1.9 km away, a ten-minute walk or quick cycle. The neighbourhood also has a park or garden within a couple of streets away, and a restaurant is on your doorstep. The municipality of Utrecht provides all the usual city services; find out more about the municipality of Utrecht.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Ludenhoff makelaars & taxateurs o.g. Utrecht.
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The asking price of €475,000 is in line with the neighbourhood market. The average price for apartments in Elinkwijk en omgeving is €477,718, and the median is €435,000. At 88 m², the price per m² works out to about €5,398, which is below the neighbourhood average of €6,237 per m². So it's priced competitively without being a bargain.
The energy label is B, which is good for a home built in 1926. It means the property is reasonably efficient, so heating costs should be manageable. In the neighbourhood, only 6.7% of homes have label B, while the majority (53.3%) have label D or lower, so this is a relatively efficient home for the area.
The nearest train station is 1.8 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a 5-minute cycle. That's a reasonable distance for commuting to Utrecht Centraal or other destinations.
Elinkwijk en omgeving is very popular with young professionals. Nearly half the residents are aged 25 to 45, and most households are singles or couples without children. The area is densely built up with pre-war architecture, plenty of cafes and restaurants nearby, and a lively urban atmosphere.
Yes, there are several primary schools within walking distance. Christelijke Basisschool De Piramide is just 47 m away, KBS Ludger is 176 m, and Prinses Margrietschool is 196 m. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1.9 km away, which is a 10-minute walk or short cycle.
The neighbourhood recorded 256 total crimes in the latest data. That's a moderate number for a dense urban area. As with any city neighbourhood, it's always wise to check local crime maps for specific streets, but overall it's a typical Utrecht residential area.
This is an apartment in a pre-war building, built in 1926. The floor area is 88 m², which is a good size for a two- or three-bedroom apartment.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €472,722 | €444,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,103 | – |
| Rent price | €2,185 p/m | €2,250 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €32 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
I'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 AIJust nice and stuff
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is getting greener and more beautiful! But there is still room for improvement (and that will happen in 2025/2026). The municipality could pay a bit more attention to litter. Although it's also just busy because of the many tourists and students due to the location. In terms of layout, it's nice, good and friendly neighbours! Good social control. No matter when you go out on the street, it always feels safe. There are a few (primary) schools in the neighbourhood and many shops for your daily groceries. Vredenburg is a 10-minute walk, if you want something different. As for housing, I can't say much, houses sell quickly and there is always some rental supply, but just like in the rest of Utrecht, it's all quickly taken. It's an old neighbourhood, so not much can be built/created in terms of living space.
Auto-translated to English by AII always feel safe in this neighbourhood, perhaps because it's close to the police station. It's a 10-minute walk from the centre, which is great. No noise at night. I do really miss greenery in the area. I also notice that misplaced rubbish or litter is not cleaned up quickly; that could be improved.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is divided into 2 between the original residents and the new ones, this is clearly noticeable with houses being pelted with eggs and fireworks and the police do nothing.
Auto-translated to English by AIPoorly maintained public spaces
Auto-translated to English by AII think it's a nice neighbourhood. Even though it's so close to the centre, I experience little nuisance. Supermarkets within walking distance, well accessible by public transport and quiet but not boring. Close to the police station so they often drive by but in principle nothing ever happens here. There is no greenery here, I miss that, a small park or something would be nice.
Auto-translated to English by AIvery nice!
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €485,044 | €459,254 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,217 | – |
| Rent price | €1,997 p/m | €1,920 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 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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