Tuindorp-Oost, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Fruinplantsoen sits in a leafy, residential part of Tuindorp-Oost. At 117 m², it's a good deal larger than the average home in the neighbourhood, the floor area is 31% bigger than the local norm. The asking price of €525,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood median of €412,500, but the extra space and the quiet setting help explain it. For context, apartments in Utrecht vary widely in price and size.
Tuindorp-Oost is a calm, family-friendly neighbourhood with a village feel, yet it's only ten minutes by bike from Utrecht's centre. One resident describes it as "a nice quiet neighbourhood to live in" with "some green spaces and playgrounds for children." The area has a mix of housing: about 37% are single-family homes, and 55% are owner-occupied. Many households are singles or couples without children, but there's also a fair number of families. The neighbourhood Tuindorp-Oost scores a 7.38 out of 10 from its residents.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there's a Jumbo a couple of streets away. Two primary schools are within a five-minute walk: Basisschool de Beiaard and Basisschool De Wissel. A third, pcbs De Regenboog, is also close by. The municipality Utrecht offers excellent cycling infrastructure, and the city centre is a short ride away. The train station is about a ten-minute walk, handy for commutes.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Waltmann Makelaars & Bedrijfshuisvesting Utrecht and is also available through Funda. The energy label is G, so heating costs will be significant, something to factor into your budget.
Details of this home
Fruinplantsoen 28, Utrecht
Good · 1 resident
It's a nice quiet neighbourhood to live in. Here and there some green spaces and playgrounds for children. There's a large supermarket in the area with a shopping centre around it that also has a chemist etc. There are 2 schools in the area, one of which has a less strong reputation, which already limits the choice. The area is easily accessible by car and bike, although the Zuilense ring sometimes gets congested. The bus connection is less good; the 55 goes past the area and the 4 goes through the area. Unfortunately, the 4 is not a reliable bus and if it doesn't come, you can wait half an hour for the next one. Sometimes there is still some rubbish on the street, especially around De Gaard. The large waste containers there really look a mess and have a lot of rubbish lying next to them. My neighbours are friendly. The area is quiet yet still in the city; within 10 minutes by bike you're in the city centre and within a few minutes by car you're on the motorway.
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About Fruinplantsoen 28, Utrecht
The asking price is above the neighbourhood median of €412,500 and also above the average sold price of €506,381 in the area. However, this apartment is 117 m², which is 31% larger than the typical home in Tuindorp-Oost (average 89 m²). The price per square metre works out to about €4,487, which is below the neighbourhood average of €5,284 per m². So while the total price is high, you're getting more space for your money.
The energy label is G, the lowest rating. This means the home is not energy-efficient and will have high heating and electricity costs. In the neighbourhood, 37.5% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is not unusual for a building from 1966. You may want to budget for potential improvements like insulation or double glazing.
Tuindorp-Oost is described by a resident as a "nice quiet neighbourhood" with green spaces and playgrounds. There are two primary schools within walking distance: Basisschool de Beiaard and Basisschool De Wissel. The area has a mix of households, including families with children. However, one resident notes that one of the schools has a "less strong reputation," which may limit choice.
The nearest train station is 1.4 km away, about a 15-minute walk. Bus routes 4 and 55 serve the area, but a resident mentions that the 4 is not always reliable and can have long waits. Cycling is a strong option: the city centre is within 10 minutes by bike, and the motorway is a few minutes by car.
At 117 m², this apartment is significantly larger than the average home in Tuindorp-Oost, which is 89 m². In fact, it's 31% bigger than the neighbourhood average. Most apartments in the area are smaller, so this is a standout feature.
The listing does not mention parking, but the neighbourhood is residential with street parking. Utrecht has paid parking in many areas, so you may need a permit. The area is easily accessible by car, though the Zuilense ring can get congested.
One resident mentions that the large waste containers near De Gaard can look messy with rubbish left next to them. Also, bus route 4 is not always reliable. On the plus side, the area is quiet, green, and close to the city centre.
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