Da Costakade 2BS
Dichterswijk, Utrecht
AreaA grand upper maisonette on the Da Costakade
This is a spacious upper maisonette from 1915, sitting on the first living floor of a classic Utrecht building. The home is in Dichterswijk, a neighbourhood that feels both central and residential, right in the middle of the city. With an asking price of €695,000, the price is 56% below the average asking price of €1,574,950 for homes in the neighbourhood, which puts it on the low side compared to the local market. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €21,808, while this home is listed at €5,000 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. If you are looking at apartments in Utrecht, this one stands out for its size and price.
Inside the home
According to the agent, the home has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 139 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 125 m². The property is a full ownership (volle eigendom), so there is no leasehold. The agent notes that the home has roof and wall insulation, which is a plus for an older building. The volume is 487 m³, and the home is described as being in the centre and in a residential area. There is a homeowners' association fee of €194 per month.
Life in Dichterswijk
Dichterswijk is a lively, mixed neighbourhood where about 5,800 people live, many of them in single-person households. The area has a strong urban feel, with a high address density. Residents of the district give their living environment an average score of 7.36 out of 10, based on twelve reviews. Some residents are positive: "Going well, contact with fellow residents friendly and attentive." Others are less enthusiastic, with one resident saying the neighbourhood is "becoming very criminal-like" and that they "don't dare to go outside in the evenings anymore." Another mentions that the area is getting dirtier and that neighbour contacts have declined. These are district-level opinions, so they reflect the wider area rather than this specific street. The neighbourhood has a mix of housing, with about 57% owner-occupied homes. For more on the area, see the Dichterswijk neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and the Coop and PLUS are just around the corner. For primary education, KBS Gertrudis is a couple of streets away, and Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk De Greev, is a couple of streets away, and Apotheek Buijs is just around the corner. For public transport, bus stop Balijelaan is just around the corner with lines 1 and 29, and the tram stop Station Vaartsche Rijn is a five-minute walk with lines 8, 9, 20, 21, 29, 47, N4 and 341. Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn train station is a five-minute walk as well. All of this is within the municipality of Utrecht, which offers plenty of options for getting around.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not available for this property, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. As for the address, there are some area-level indications to be aware of. The noise from road traffic is measured at 70 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is at 48 dB Lden, which is below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, partly because the building dates from before 1970, and in this postcode area 100% of properties were built before that year. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 4% of buildings in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. For climate risks, the indication for pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, the current flood risk is elevated, and by 2050 it is expected to be low. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are public data at address level, giving indications for the area, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Lauteslager Makelaars and Lauteslager Makelaars on Funda.
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About Da Costakade 2BS, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to other homes in Dichterswijk?
The asking price of €695,000 is 56% below the average asking price of €1,574,950 for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. The median asking price is €562,500, so this home is above that. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €21,808, while this home is listed at €5,000 per square metre based on the agent's floor area of 139 m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the home has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 139 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 125 m². The property is a full ownership (volle eigendom), and the agent notes that it has roof and wall insulation. The volume is 487 m³.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is used for property tax purposes, but it is not available for this home at the time of writing. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public data, the noise from road traffic at this address is measured at 70 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is at 48 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is partly because the building dates from before 1970, and in this postcode area 100% of properties were built before that year. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 4% of buildings in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are near this apartment?
The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, just 114 metres away. The Coop is 356 metres away, and the PLUS is 403 metres away. There are also two more supermarkets within 600 metres: another Coop at 474 metres and a Jumbo at 601 metres. So daily groceries are very convenient from this location.
Which schools are close to this home?
KBS Gertrudis, a primary school, is 323 metres away. Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter is 415 metres away. There is also Auris Rotsoord, a special education school, at 716 metres, and the Agatha Snellenschool at 722 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is 0.6 km away.
How is the public transport from this address?
The bus stop Balijelaan is 179 metres away, with lines 1 and 29. The tram stop Station Vaartsche Rijn is 417 metres away, with lines 8, 9, 20, 21, 29, 47, N4 and 341. The nearest train station is Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn, at 427 metres, so you have good options for getting around the city and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood of Dichterswijk like?
Dichterswijk is a very urban neighbourhood with about 5,795 residents, many of them in single-person households. Residents of the district give their living environment an average score of 7.36 out of 10, based on twelve reviews. Some residents appreciate the friendly contact with neighbours, while others mention concerns about cleanliness and safety. These are district-level opinions, not specific to this street.
Is there a homeowners' association fee for this property?
Yes, the homeowners' association fee is €194 per month, according to the agent. This fee typically covers shared maintenance and costs for the building. The property is a full ownership (volle eigendom), so there is no leasehold involved.
