Catharijnesingel 94A
Hooch Boulandt, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodA grand apartment on the Singel
This apartment on the Catharijnesingel sits in one of Utrecht's most elegant streets, with the water and greenery right outside. This listing does not state an energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €895,000, the price is 74% above the neighbourhood average of €514,438, which is on the high side even for a prime spot, partly because the floor area is 67 m², which is typical for the area. For context, see other apartments in Utrecht.
Hooch Boulandt: a quiet pocket in a busy city
Hooch Boulandt is a small neighbourhood tucked between the Singel and the railway line. One resident describes it as 'a quiet part of a busy neighbourhood', noting that the streets behind the Singel are very peaceful. The same review mentions that there are few cafés, so the sense of community is limited, and that walking from the central station at night can feel a bit eerie because of dark parks and empty offices. On the plus side, the Singel itself is lovely for a run or a stroll, and the bins are well managed. Based on one review, the neighbourhood scores 7.29 out of 10. The area has a high proportion of single-person households and few families, which fits its central, urban character. Learn more about the Hooch Boulandt neighbourhood.
Daily life on the street
For groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Jumbo is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: Agatha Snellenschool and odbs Puntenburg are the closest. The train station is a ten-minute walk away, and the city centre with its restaurants and shops is on your doorstep. The area is very urban, with a high address density, so everything you need is close by. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Utrecht.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Alliances Makelaardij. The agent has not published the energy label, so that detail is missing from the listing.
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About Catharijnesingel 94A, Utrecht
Is €895,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price is €895,000, which is 74% above the average asking price in Hooch Boulandt (€514,438). Given that the floor area is 67 m², the price per m² is about €13,358, which is well above the neighbourhood average of €7,637 per m². This is a premium location on the Singel, so the price is on the high side compared to other homes in the area.
How is the neighbourhood for daily life?
Hooch Boulandt is a quiet residential pocket within the busy city centre. The streets behind the Singel are very peaceful, but there are few cafés or shops directly in the neighbourhood. However, all necessary amenities are within easy walking distance: Albert Heijn is 267 m away, and the city centre with its restaurants and shops is just around the corner. The train station is a ten-minute walk.
What is the public transport like?
The nearest train station is 1.0 km away, about a ten-minute walk.
Are there schools nearby?
Yes, several primary schools are within walking distance: Agatha Snellenschool (375 m), odbs Puntenburg (621 m), and Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter (711 m). Secondary schools are about 1.2 km away.
Why is the energy label missing?
The agent has not provided the energy label in the listing.
Experiences from Hooch Boulandt
How residents experience their neighbourhood
I 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.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €525,448 | €479,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,955 | – |
| Rent price | €2,157 p/m | €2,295 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €18 p/m | – |
Experiences from Binnenstad
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
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €756,605 | €633,886 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,079 | – |
| Rent price | €2,045 p/m | €2,032 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €27 p/m | – |
Experiences from Utrecht
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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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €598,623 | €549,294 |
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| Sale per m² | €6,519 | – |
| Rent price | €1,895 p/m | €1,859 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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