Dirkje Mariastraat 5
2e Daalsebuurt en omgeving, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodA ground-floor apartment with character
This ground-floor apartment on Dirkje Mariastraat 5 sits in the 2e Daalsebuurt en omgeving, a lively part of Utrecht's Noordwest district. The home dates from 1903 and carries energy label D. With an asking price of €400,000, it comes in 19% below the neighbourhood's average asking price of €492,775, which puts it on the sharp side compared with other apartments in Utrecht.
Inside the home
The apartment spans one floor and includes three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent lists the living area at 61 m², while the BAG registration records 60 m². It is a benedenwoning, so you step straight in from the street. The home has full ownership, and the VvE contribution is €113 per month. According to the agent, the property is fully insulated, with roof, wall and floor insulation plus double glazing. Heating comes from a central heating boiler with partial underfloor heating. There is a patio garden, accessible from the rear, facing northwest.
Life in the 2e Daalsebuurt en omgeving
Residents of the wider district give their living environment an average score of 7.32, based on fifteen reviews. One resident, who has lived in Zuilen for 26 years, calls it one of the best neighbourhoods in Utrecht, with shops, schools, buses and the train station all within reach, and the Julianapark just around the corner. Another resident notes the neighbourhood is getting greener and more beautiful, with friendly neighbours and good social control, though the municipality could pay more attention to litter. The district is home to about 3,970 people, and half of the residents are between 25 and 45. The neighbourhood has 20 homes for sale, with an average asking price of €492,775. For more on the area, see the 2e Daalsebuurt en omgeving neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn, Aldi and Ekoplaza are a couple of streets away. For primary education, P.c. basisschool de Boemerang is a five-minute walk, and KBS De Pijlstaart is a ten-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Gezondheidscentrum Ondiep and Apotheek Ondiep are both a couple of streets away. Bus line 3 stops at Utrecht, Viaduct, just around the corner. Utrecht Zuilen train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Utrecht offers all this and more, as you can see on the page for the municipality of Utrecht.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €378,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2023. The asking price is 6% above the WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed in line with the market. As for address-level risks, the road traffic noise is 59 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise stay below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the climate indications for pluvial flooding, current flood risk and heat stress are all medium, with flood risk expected to be low by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Visie Makelaardij - Utrecht.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Dirkje Mariastraat 5, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price is €400,000, while the WOZ value is €378,000 as of 1 January 2023. That means the asking price is 6% above the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, so this comparison is just one indicator of how the price relates to the official valuation.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is a ground-floor apartment (benedenwoning) with three rooms in total: two bedrooms and one bathroom. It spans one floor, and the living area is listed as 61 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 60 m². There is also a patio garden accessible from the rear, facing northwest.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent states the home is fully insulated, with roof, wall and floor insulation and double glazing, which may help keep costs down. Heating is provided by a central heating boiler with partial underfloor heating.
What is the VvE contribution?
The monthly VvE (homeowners' association) contribution is €113. This fee typically covers shared maintenance and insurance for the building. The exact coverage depends on the association's arrangements, which are not detailed in the listing.
What are the noise levels in this area?
According to address-level risk data, road traffic noise is 59 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is 46 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, both below the norm. 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 based on area-level data: the building was constructed before 1970 (in 1903), and in this postcode area, 91% of properties were built before 1970. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 2% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of paalrot. This is an indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the climate risks for this location?
The climate indications for this address are: pluvial flooding (heavy rain) is medium, current flood risk is medium, and flood risk by 2050 is low. Heat stress is medium both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not a property-specific assessment.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, about 348 metres away. Albert Heijn, Aldi and Ekoplaza are all about 541 metres away, a couple of streets from the home. There are many other supermarkets within a 5 km radius, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
Which schools are close by?
P.c. basisschool de Boemerang is about 434 metres away, a five-minute walk. KBS De Pijlstaart is about 595 metres away, and Basisschool Jules Verne is about 639 metres away. For secondary education, Al Amana College Utrecht is about 703 metres away.
What public transport options are available?
Bus line 3 stops at Utrecht, Viaduct, about 253 metres away, and also at Utrecht, Plantage (339 m) and Utrecht, Herenweg (483 m). The nearest train station is Utrecht Zuilen, about 947 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The 2e Daalsebuurt en omgeving is part of the Noordwest district of Utrecht. Residents of the wider district rate their living environment 7.32 out of 10, based on fifteen reviews. One resident praises the nearby Julianapark and the convenience of shops and transport, while another mentions the neighbourhood is becoming greener and feels safe. The area has a mix of ages, with many young adults.
How does the price per m² compare with the neighbourhood?
The asking price per m² is €6,557, based on the agent's listed living area of 61 m². The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €6,637, so this home is priced slightly below the neighbourhood average per square metre.
Statistics for 2e Daalsebuurt en omgeving
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €492,775 | €495,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,637 | – |
| Rent price | €1,452 p/m | €1,452 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €26 p/m | – |
Experiences from Noordwest
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 AIStatistics for Noordwest
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €489,152 | €465,948 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,222 | – |
| Rent price | €1,841 p/m | €1,790 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 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.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Utrecht
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €606,442 | €538,655 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,954 | – |
| Rent price | €1,927 p/m | €1,904 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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