A grand apartment on the Catharijnesingel
This apartment sits on the Catharijnesingel, one of Utrecht's most atmospheric stretches of water, right in the heart of the historic Binnenstad district. The building dates from 1903 and carries the character of that era, with high ceilings and generous proportions. The asking price of €895,000 is on the high side compared to the average for apartments in Utrecht, which reflects the prime canal-side setting.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this apartment spans three floors with seven rooms, four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area is listed at 180 m², though the BAG registration records 67 m². There is a roof terrace and a balcony, and the home is on the second floor. The agent mentions roof insulation and double glazing, and the property is freehold. The energy label is C.
Life in Hooch Boulandt
Hooch Boulandt is a compact enclave within the Binnenstad, tucked between the Singel and the railway line. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.59, based on eight reviews. One resident says: "The Nieuwegracht is a quiet and clean side of the centre of Utrecht. Across the water lies a beautiful park and a large meadow." Another notes: "Living 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." The district is home to around 2,090 people, and most households are single-person. For a fuller picture of the Hooch Boulandt neighbourhood, the reviews reflect a mix of tranquillity and urban bustle.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy on foot. Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Jumbo a couple of streets away. The Agatha Snellenschool is a five-minute walk, and the nearest GP practice is a ten-minute walk. The pharmacy is on your doorstep. Bus line 2 stops at Utrecht, Hoogh Boulandt, right outside, and Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn station is a ten-minute walk. The wider municipality of Utrecht is well served by these connections.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is €498,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price sits 80% above this valuation. The home has been on the market since 28 July 2026. As for the address, road traffic noise is measured at 67 dB Lden, above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise stay below their norms. The foundation risk indication is medium, and pluvial flooding risk is low. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Alliances Makelaardij and Funda.
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About Catharijnesingel 94A, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The WOZ value is €498,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €895,000 is 80% above that valuation. The WOZ is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not a direct reflection of the current market value.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The agent describes a three-floor apartment with seven rooms, four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area is listed at 180 m², while the BAG registration records 67 m². There is a roof terrace and a balcony, and the home is on the second floor.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This means the home is neither the most nor the least efficient on the scale. Expect moderate energy costs compared to the most efficient labels. The agent also mentions roof insulation and double glazing as features of the property.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The building dates from 1903, before 1970, and in this postcode area 100% of properties were built before that year. About 4% of buildings in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an indication at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
How noisy is the location?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 67 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail traffic noise is 37 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 40 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These figures come from public data for the area and are not measurements taken inside the home.
What amenities are nearby?
Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Jumbo a couple of streets away. The Agatha Snellenschool is a five-minute walk, and the nearest GP practice is a ten-minute walk. The pharmacy is on your doorstep. Bus line 2 stops at Utrecht, Hoogh Boulandt, right outside, and Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn station is a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Hooch Boulandt is a small area within the Binnenstad district of Utrecht. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.59 out of 10, based on eight reviews. One resident describes the Nieuwegracht as a quiet and clean side of the centre, while another mentions that the streets behind the Singel are peaceful but that the walk from the central station at night can feel unsettling.
How does the price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €895,000 is 70% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €526,930. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €7,794, while this home is listed at €4,972 per square metre based on the agent's floor area of 180 m².
Is the home freehold or leasehold?
The agent states that this is freehold ownership, meaning you own the property and the land it stands on outright. There is no ground lease to pay to the municipality or a third party.
What is the flood risk for this address?
The pluvial flooding risk is low, meaning the chance of flooding from heavy rainfall is limited. The current flood risk is also low, and this remains the case for 2050. Heat stress is rated as medium, both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific property.
