Hofpoort 2A
Domplein Neude Janskerkhof, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodA historic apartment in the heart of Utrecht
This rental apartment on Hofpoort sits in the very centre of Utrecht, surrounded by centuries of history. The building dates from 1650, so you are living in a piece of the city's heritage. This listing does not state an energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €2,395 per month, the rent is 18% above the neighbourhood average, but the floor area of 114 m² is 37% larger than the typical rental in the area, so you are paying for extra space. For context, see other apartments in Utrecht.
The Domplein, Neude, Janskerkhof neighbourhood
This is the historic core of Utrecht, with Domplein and the cathedral just steps away. The area is densely built and very lively, with a high concentration of restaurants, bars and shops. The neighbourhood has 2,530 residents, mostly single-person households (1,335) and a small number of families with children (75). The average household size is just 1.3, reflecting the many students and young professionals. The urbanity level is 1 (very strong), with an address density of 6,370 addresses per km². There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so this description is based on CBS data only. Learn more about the Domplein, Neude, Janskerkhof neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily life here is wonderfully compact. For groceries, Boon's Markt is just around the corner, and SPAR is a couple of streets away. Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are both within a ten-minute walk. For primary schools, the Openbare Dalton Basisschool Pieterskerkhof is on your doorstep, and Vrije School Utrecht is just around the corner. Secondary education is available at St-Gregorius College, a five-minute walk away. The nearest train station is 1.8 km away, a pleasant walk through the city centre. For more about the wider area, see the municipality of Utrecht.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Covers Wonen and Covers Wonen. The agent has not published an energy label, so that detail is not available in this listing.
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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 Hofpoort 2A, Utrecht
Is €2,395 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is 18% above the neighbourhood average of €2,033, but the apartment is also 37% larger than the typical rental (114 m² vs 83 m²). So you are paying a premium for extra space in a prime historic location. The median rent in the area is €2,095, so this is on the high side.
How quickly do rental homes in this neighbourhood go?
Rental properties in the Domplein, Neude, Janskerkhof area are let on average within 21 days, which indicates a fast-moving market. Of the 25 rentals currently available, 8 require a paid response, suggesting competition for the best homes.
What is the neighbourhood like for daily life?
The neighbourhood is the historic centre of Utrecht, so it is very lively with many restaurants, shops and cultural attractions. It is densely populated, mostly with singles and young people. There are supermarkets within walking distance, and primary schools are close by. The train station is 1.8 km away.
Why is there no energy label in this listing?
The agent has not published an energy label for this property.
What is the public transport like from Hofpoort?
The nearest train station is 1.8 km from the apartment, about a 20-minute walk through the city centre.
Are there any parks or green spaces nearby?
The nearest park or public garden is 0.4 km away, just a few minutes' walk. The neighbourhood itself is very urban with stone streets and historic buildings, but green space is within easy reach.
Statistics for Domplein Neude Janskerkhof
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €860,938 | €772,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,866 | – |
| Rent price | €2,037 p/m | €2,123 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €27 p/m | – |
Experiences from Binnenstad
How residents experience their district
De Nieuwegracht is een rustige en schone kant van het centrum van Utrecht. Aan de overkant ligt een mooi park en een grote weide. Hier is het over het algemeen rustig, soms helaas niet heel schoon. Op de wandelpaden liggen op sommige plekken erg veel sigaretten. De buurt is erg goed bereikbaar op de fiets en te voet. De auto is niet aan te raden, hoewel de Nieuwegracht in vergelijking met de Oudegracht en Twijnstraat veel makkelijker is voor auto's.
Auto-translated to English by AII live on the Singel, which is quite busy with traffic, but the streets behind it (between the Singel and the railway) are actually very quiet and peaceful. This is also because there are few amenities in this part. However, you can easily reach all necessary shops on foot. Due to the few cafés in these streets, there is little sense of community. The quiet streets behind the house can sometimes be scary when you have to walk through them at night. Especially the stretch from the central station to home passes dark parks and offices that are empty in the evening. Living on the Singel, apart from the traffic, is very nice because you can (run) along the Singel in the greenery straight away. Hygiene is fine. The bins are not often too full.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving so close to the city centre has pros and cons. Main con is noise. But we love how walkable this neighborhood is to everything in the city centre. We can't imagine living the same lifestyle if we live further away.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in the Zeven Steegjes all my life and really enjoy it here
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here my whole life and have always enjoyed it.
Auto-translated to English by AIIn terms of amenities it's wonderful to live in the centre, but it's also very busy and not accessible by car. Public transport is excellent. I never feel comfortable walking alone late at night because of all the homeless people and creepy individuals. There should be much more green space in the centre for my liking. It could be so much better. We do have a very nice green courtyard at the apartment complex.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice area to live in. The location is pleasant, but it's the centre so there's almost always noise pollution. Of course that's to be expected. However, the surroundings aren't very hygienic. In the courtyard where we live, there are many restaurants that dump their waste in the alleys. That's a shame.
Auto-translated to English by AIStreet full of shops and cosiness. Nice and bustling sometimes also noisy but that's not the residents' fault haha
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Binnenstad
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €751,254 | €630,958 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,058 | – |
| Rent price | €2,053 p/m | €2,037 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €27 p/m | – |
Experiences from Utrecht
How residents experience their municipality
De Nieuwegracht is een rustige en schone kant van het centrum van Utrecht. Aan de overkant ligt een mooi park en een grote weide. Hier is het over het algemeen rustig, soms helaas niet heel schoon. Op de wandelpaden liggen op sommige plekken erg veel sigaretten. De buurt is erg goed bereikbaar op de fiets en te voet. De auto is niet aan te raden, hoewel de Nieuwegracht in vergelijking met de Oudegracht en Twijnstraat veel makkelijker is voor auto's.
Auto-translated to English by AILeuke gemixte buurt waar mensen oog voor elkaar hebben en het rustig wonen is. Het grootste voordeel is dat alle voorzieningen dichtbij zijn zoals Leidsche Rijn centrum, winkelcentrum parkwijk, bushalte, treinstation, scholen, sportclubs, parken, bioscoop en horeca.
Auto-translated to English by AIHeerlijk rustige buurt op slechts 20 minuten afstand van het centrum van Utrecht. Park Hoge Weide, scholen, supermarkten en sportvoorzieningen zijn om de hoek.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighborhood is considered safe, has an active and engaged community, and is well maintained. Neighborhood relations are good. Residents have access to quality housing, reputable schools, and attractive green spaces such as Wilhelminapark, Oosterspoorbaan and Minstroom. The centre is within reach, and Oost offers a nice number of shops.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy, student-like, park on the doorstep, where people sit when the weather is nice. Pub in the neighbourhood, shopping centre within walking distance and Kanaalstraat nearby.
Auto-translated to English by AILunetten zuid is a fairly extensive area, but there are common characteristics: There is little traffic on the streets, even the ring road is relatively quiet. Many houses are situated around a shared green space with some play facilities. This quickly creates a bond with the neighbours. Because Lunetten is separated from the city by a park and forts, which are part of the UNESCO heritage, it has some village-like features. If you value your privacy and don't like contact, then Leidsche rijn is more likely a place where you'll feel at home. Lunetten is not a place of high fences, but rather has a scent of granola with a hint of wokeness. If you feel at home with that, you are very welcome, but if you are not willing to do something for the neighbourhood or your neighbours, there are plenty of other places where you will feel at home.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in Zuilen for 26 years and still consider it one of the best neighbourhoods in Utrecht. With shops, schools, buses and the train station all nearby, everything is within reach. And with the beautiful Julianapark just around the corner, the area also has a lovely place to relax. As far as I'm concerned, an absolute top location.
Auto-translated to English by AIEspecially great that there are so many nice shops in the area. The walks to the Muntkade and Park Oog en Al also often make my day. The house I live in is old and hasn't been properly maintained by the landlord for a long time.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Utrecht
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €597,613 | €548,463 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,533 | – |
| Rent price | €1,896 p/m | €1,859 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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Hofpoort 2A, Utrecht
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