Watervogelbuurt, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Gruttostraat sits in the Watervogelbuurt, a leafy pocket of Utrecht Oost. Built in 1931, it has 78 m² of living space and an energy label C. At €400,000, the asking price is 19% below the neighbourhood average of €496,500, making it a keen entry into the local market for apartments in Utrecht.
The Watervogelbuurt is a quiet, green area with a mix of pre-war houses and apartments. It's home to around 2,300 residents, many of whom live alone, the average household size is 1.6. Two residents have shared their thoughts: one says it's "a good neighbourhood but a lot could also be better in terms of cleanliness, parking, safety." Another, who moved here 15 years ago, describes "living in a beautiful area with little social cohesion" but appreciates the shops, restaurants, and the Krommerijn river nearby. Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores 6.76 out of 10. For more context, see the Watervogelbuurt neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: the Coop is just around the corner, Jumbo is a five-minute walk, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away. For school runs, the Agatha Snellenschool (primary) is a couple of streets away, while the Utrechts Stedelijk Gymnasium (secondary) is within a ten-minute walk. The train station is a five-minute walk, and the city centre is a short cycle. The area falls under the municipality of Utrecht, which manages local amenities and green spaces.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Van Scherpenzeel Makelaars.
Details of this home
Gruttostraat 4BS, Utrecht
Satisfactory · 2 residents
It's a good neighbourhood but a lot could also be better in terms of cleanliness, parking, safety.
Auto-translated to English by AII moved to this neighbourhood 15 years ago with two children aged 12 and 10 respectively. I invited the neighbours over to get acquainted, but it never went further than a Christmas card and saying hello to each other. I was busy with the kids, work, studies, etc. At the time, I didn't have much need for it either, and everyone did their own thing. Shops and restaurants within walking distance, as well as bus and train connections. The little river Krommerijn flows past my house. Lots of pleasure boats and joggers going back and forth to Amelisweerd. A small park nearby where I can enjoy walking. Primary schools close by and I feel safe. The house itself is fine, but could be better insulated and have a toilet upstairs. The neighbourhood could do more for each other by doing things together and each according to their abilities. Being able to help each other if needed, keeping an eye out. The lower part of the housing is much older, and above the lower houses there is an apartment. Here mainly live single people or families with young children. I would like to get to know each other and the question is: how do I do it?
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About Gruttostraat 4BS, Utrecht
The asking price of €400,000 is 19% below the average asking price in the Watervogelbuurt, which is €496,500. The median price in the neighbourhood is €450,000, so this apartment is priced on the lower end. However, it's a 78 m² pre-war apartment with energy label C, so the price reflects its age and size.
The train station is 400 metres away, which is about a five-minute walk. This makes commuting by train very convenient from this home.
The energy label is C, which is average for a pre-war apartment. In the Watervogelbuurt, 23.1% of homes have label C, while 34.6% have label A. A C label means heating costs will be moderate, but not as low as a modern home.
Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood has a mix of opinions. One resident finds it good but notes room for improvement in cleanliness and safety. Another says social cohesion is low, but appreciates the green surroundings and amenities. The area has many single-person households and a young population.
Yes, there are several primary and secondary schools within walking distance. The Agatha Snellenschool (primary) is 456 metres away, and the Utrechts Stedelijk Gymnasium (secondary) is 580 metres away. Other options include KBS Gertrudis and KBS Stepping Stones.
The nearest supermarket is Coop at 308 metres, followed by Jumbo at 375 metres and Albert Heijn at 541 metres. All are within a short walk, making daily shopping very convenient.
The neighbourhood recorded 107 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for an urban area. One resident mentioned safety as a point for improvement, while another said they feel safe. The area has a high address density of 5,028 per km², typical of a city centre.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Watervogelbuurt
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