Grietstraat 24BS
Vogelenbuurt, Utrecht
AreaA 1920s apartment in the Vogelenbuurt
This apartment sits on the Grietstraat, a quiet road in the Vogelenbuurt, a pre-war neighbourhood in the Noordoost district of Utrecht. The home dates from 1920 and carries energy label E, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs. With a floor area of 92 square metres according to the agent, the asking price of €625,000 is in line with the market, compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €595,143. For context, apartments in Utrecht are listed at an average of €7,788 per square metre.
Inside the home
The apartment spans three floors and includes three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent mentions a balcony, and the home is located on the second living floor. It has roof insulation and HR glazing, and is heated by a central heating boiler. The property is freehold, with an HOA fee of €110 per month. According to the BAG registration the living area is 96 square metres, while the agent lists 92 square metres.
Life in the Vogelenbuurt
Residents of the district give an average score of 6.79, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Living so close to Griftpark was great fun to grow up in, and there are also often neighbourhood parties that make it all a lot closer." Another resident describes it as a "Village in the City": "When I come to Voordorp, it really feels like a village. People look at you, say hello, children play in the street, and there's a lot of greenery." A third review is sharply critical, calling the area "Too expensive, dilapidated white neighbourhood" and mentioning student nuisance and poor street maintenance. The neighbourhood has 3,990 inhabitants, and 61% of households are single-person households. The Vogelenbuurt neighbourhood is home to a mix of ages, with 40% of residents between 25 and 45.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The nearest GP, Huisartsen Binnenstad, is just around the corner, and the Service Apotheek Koert Binnenstad pharmacy is a couple of streets away. For groceries, Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk, and Jumbo is a couple of streets further. Primary schools like Koorschool Utrecht and Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek are within a ten-minute walk. Bus stops on the Willem van Noortstraat and Kleine Singel are a five-minute walk, with lines 1 and 5, 55, N20 respectively. The nearest train station, Utrecht Maliebaan, is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Utrecht offers further amenities within easy reach.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €606,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 3% above the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 52%, from €399,000 to €606,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail and air traffic noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is elevated, as the building dates from before 1970, and 93% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The pluvial flooding risk is low, while the current flood risk is elevated, and heat stress is expected to become medium by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Mark Renkema Makelaardij B.V. and listings on Funda and Huispedia.
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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 Grietstraat 24BS, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €625,000 is 3% above the WOZ value of €606,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 52%, from €399,000 to €606,000. The price per square metre, based on the agent's floor area of 92 square metres, is €6,793.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. It is located on the second living floor and has a balcony. The total volume is 310 cubic metres. The agent lists the living area as 92 square metres, while the BAG registration states 96 square metres.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E, which is the least efficient label, so you can expect higher energy costs. The agent mentions that the home has roof insulation and HR glazing, and it is heated by a central heating boiler. The energy label is a separate fact from the insulation features mentioned.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated. This is based on area-level data, not an inspection of this specific home. The building dates from 1920, and 93% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 6% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Rail traffic noise is 34 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 40 dB Lden, both below the noise standard. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. Albert Heijn is about 400 metres away, and another Albert Heijn is at 440 metres. Jumbo is at 594 metres, and another Jumbo at 636 metres. A fifth option, Albert Heijn, is at 648 metres. All are within a ten-minute walk.
Which schools are close to this home?
Several schools are within a short walk. Koorschool Utrecht, a primary school, is 271 metres away. Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek is at 368 metres, and Basisschool Dr. Bosschool is at 668 metres. For secondary education, School aan de Singel is at 324 metres, offering vbo and mavo, and at 339 metres for vwo and havo.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Utrecht, Willem van Noortstraat, at 334 metres, served by line 1. Utrecht, Kleine Singel is at 355 metres, with lines 5, 55 and N20. Utrecht, Wittevrouwenbrug is at 403 metres, also with lines 5, 55 and N20. The nearest train station is Utrecht Maliebaan, at 1.3 kilometres.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give an average score of 6.79, based on seven reviews. One resident praises the proximity to Griftpark and neighbourhood parties. Another describes it as a village in the city, with greenery and a car-free street. A third review is critical, mentioning student nuisance, rubbish and a lack of diversity. The reviews reflect the district, not just this specific neighbourhood.
How many homes are for sale in the neighbourhood?
In the Vogelenbuurt, there are currently 21 homes for sale. The average asking price is €595,143, and the median asking price is €625,000. Prices range from €299,000 to €895,000. The average asking price per square metre is €7,788, and the average floor area is 84 square metres.
