Grauwaartsingel 496
Leidsche Rijn-Centrum, Utrecht
AreaA modern apartment in a lively new-build neighbourhood
This apartment on Grauwaartsingel sits in Leidsche Rijn-Centrum, a district that feels both urban and calm. Built in 2018, it has an A energy label and 68 m² of living space. At €450,000, the asking price was 35% below the neighbourhood average of €689,161, which made it a keen option compared to other apartments in Utrecht. This home has not been online since 17 September 2026.
Leidsche Rijn-Centrum: a vibrant, well-connected neighbourhood
Residents give the area a 9.26 out of 10. One says: "A wonderful environment to live in. Everything is within walking distance: shops, station, parks. Beautiful cycle paths and very good public transport. Little nuisance. City feel, yet a quiet environment." Another adds: "It's a great neighbourhood with involved neighbours." The neighbourhood Leidsche Rijn-Centrum is densely populated, with many young adults and singles, and all homes were built after 2010. The area scores very high on urbanity, with over 2,500 addresses per km².
Daily life on Grauwaartsingel
For groceries, Jumbo is just around the corner and SPAR express is a couple of streets away. Primary schools are within a five-minute walk: Eben-Haëzerschool, KBS Onder De Bogen and De Oase are all close by. For secondary education, Academie Tien is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Utrecht offers extensive amenities, with a train station, restaurants and a park all within a ten-minute walk.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was listed via MelvinDeMakelaar and also appeared on Funda and Pararius, so it was available through several channels.
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About Grauwaartsingel 496, Utrecht
Was €450,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price was 35% below the neighbourhood average of €689,161, but the apartment was also 34% smaller than the typical 103 m² in the area. Given the modern build, A label and central location, the price appeared keen relative to other listings in Leidsche Rijn-Centrum.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Leidsche Rijn-Centrum is a new-build area with a vibrant city feel. Residents praise the walkability to shops, station and parks, and note the quiet environment despite the urban setting. The community is active, with organised events like neighbourhood markets and bingo evenings.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 0.7 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes commuting from Utrecht straightforward.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Jumbo is 121 metres away, just around the corner, and SPAR express is 213 metres away. For more choice, Vomar, Aldi and Lidl are within 1.2 km.
Are there good schools in the area?
Yes, several primary schools are within walking distance: Eben-Haëzerschool, KBS Onder De Bogen and De Oase are all about 500 metres away. For secondary education, Academie Tien is 624 metres away.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The apartment has energy label A, which is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, 68.3% of homes have label A and 31.7% have A+, so this home is in line with the local standard.
How many homes were for sale in the neighbourhood?
At the time, 14 homes were for sale in Leidsche Rijn-Centrum, with prices ranging from €395,000 to €1,150,000. The average price per m² was €6,707.
