Ella Fitzgeraldplein 249
Terwijde-Oost · 3543 EN Utrecht
A calm spot in Terwijde-Oost
This apartment on Ella Fitzgeraldplein 249 sits in Terwijde-Oost, a neighbourhood in the Leidsche Rijn district of Utrecht. The area is known for its mix of residents and its proximity to everyday amenities. The asking price was €429,000. For context, apartments in Utrecht vary widely in price, and this one was positioned at the lower end of what was available in the neighbourhood. This home has not been online since 27 October 2026.
The apartment itself
Built in 2014, this gallery flat is on the second floor and has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area was 67 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration listed 66 m². The home is fully insulated and heated by district heating. It came with a balcony and a parking space, and the ground lease was a municipal leasehold that had been perpetually bought off, so there was no annual ground rent. The monthly homeowners' association fee was €124.
Life in Terwijde-Oost
Residents of the Leidsche Rijn district give their area an average score of 7.82 out of 10, based on ten reviews. One resident says: "Alle voorzieningen dichtbij" and notes that everything is close by, including Leidsche Rijn centre, shops, a bus stop, a train station, schools, sports clubs, parks, a cinema and restaurants. Another resident describes it as a "Fijne rustige buurt met veel groen" and mentions that Park Hoge Weide, schools, supermarkets and sports facilities are just around the corner. A third resident, however, mentions noise and nuisance from fast cars and loitering youths, though they appreciate being able to reach the city centre quickly by public transport, car or bike. The district has about 6,020 residents, with a mix of households, including many families.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Vomar supermarket is on your doorstep, just 27 metres away, with an Aldi a couple of streets further and an Albert Heijn within a five-minute walk. For primary education, Waterrijk school is a ten-minute walk away, and De Ridderhof is a similar distance. The nearest GP is Julius Gezondheidscentra, locatie Terwijde, Huisartsen, about a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy Apotheek de Vogelvlinder is a bit further. Public transport is well served: bus stops at Station Terwijde (line 6), Winkelcentrum Terwijde (line 11) and Duke Ellingtonstraat (lines 5 and 11) are all just around the corner, and Utrecht Terwijde train station is a five-minute walk. The Sint Antonius Ziekenhuis is also within walking distance.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of this apartment was €431,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price was virtually equal to this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value had risen by 53%, from €281,000 in 2020 to €431,000 in 2025. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 46 dB Lden, which is below the norm, but railway noise is 58 dB Lden, which exceeds the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling, and this postcode area is a KCAF attention area with 40% of buildings built before 1970. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Lauteslager Makelaars and Lauteslager Makelaars on Funda.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Ella Fitzgeraldplein 249, Utrecht
How did the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €429,000 was virtually equal to the WOZ value of €431,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. This meant the asking price was in line with the municipal valuation. The WOZ value had increased by 53% over the past five years, from €281,000 in 2020 to €431,000 in 2025, reflecting the area's price growth.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over one floor. The living area was 67 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration listed 66 m². It is a gallery flat on the second floor, built in 2014, and comes with a balcony and a parking space.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This meant the home was likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The apartment is also described as fully insulated and heated by district heating, which contributes to its energy performance.
What is the ground lease situation?
The ground lease is a municipal leasehold that has been perpetually bought off. This meant the ground rent had been paid in full in advance, so there was no annual ground rent to worry about. This was a common arrangement in Utrecht and could be a positive factor for buyers.
What are the noise levels like in this area?
According to area-level data, road traffic noise is 46 dB Lden, which is below the norm. Railway noise, however, is 58 dB Lden, which exceeds the norm. Aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, below the norm. These are indications for the area, not measurements for this specific home.
What is the foundation risk in this area?
The foundation risk indication for this area is low. However, the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling, and this postcode area is a KCAF attention area, with 40% of buildings constructed before 1970. This is an area-level indication and does not constitute an inspection of this specific property.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Vomar supermarket is just 27 metres away, essentially on your doorstep. An Aldi is 96 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is 232 metres away, so you have several options for groceries within a short walk. There are also other supermarkets within a few kilometres.
How far is the nearest train station?
Utrecht Terwijde train station is 436 metres away, which is about a five-minute walk. There are also several bus stops nearby, including at Station Terwijde (line 6), Winkelcentrum Terwijde (line 11) and Duke Ellingtonstraat (lines 5 and 11), all within 300 metres.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the Leidsche Rijn district give their area an average score of 7.82 out of 10, based on ten reviews. Some praise the proximity of amenities and the quiet, green surroundings, while one resident mentions noise and nuisance from traffic and loitering youths, but appreciates the quick access to the city centre.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association fee was €124. This fee typically covers maintenance of common areas, such as the building's exterior, stairwells and any shared facilities. The exact coverage depends on the association's budget and services.
