Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis brand-new apartment on the Hoola van Nootenstraat sits high up in a modern complex, offering a quiet retreat above the city bustle. At 58 m², it's compact but efficient, with an A+ energy label keeping running costs low. The asking price of €530,000 is keen compared to the neighbourhood average of €839,182, partly because the home is smaller than the local norm. For context, apartments in Utrecht vary widely in size and price.
This is Utrecht's central station area, busy, convenient, and packed with amenities. One resident sums it up: "In 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." They also note the lack of green space, though the complex has a nice courtyard. The area is densely built with modern flats (87% built after 2010), and most homes are rented. It's a young, dynamic place: two-thirds of residents are between 25 and 45, and most live alone. For more on the area, see the Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs neighbourhood.
Your daily routine is sorted: a SPAR supermarket is just around the corner, and an AH to go is a couple of streets away for quick bites. For bigger shops, Albert Heijn and Jumbo are a ten-minute walk. Families have several schools nearby, including Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht (a five-minute walk) and Kindercampus Molenpark primary school (a ten-minute walk). The central station is a ten-minute walk, and the city's restaurants and cafes are on your doorstep. The municipality of Utrecht keeps the area well-connected and lively, read more about the municipality of Utrecht.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Floris De Makelaar.
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Hoola van Nootenstraat 302, Utrecht
Satisfactory · 1 resident
In 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.
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About Hoola van Nootenstraat 302, Utrecht
The asking price of €530,000 is 37% below the neighbourhood average of €839,182, but the home is also 43% smaller than the local average of 101 m². Given its new-build status, central location, and A+ energy label, the price is in line with what you'd expect for a compact apartment in this area.
The apartment has an energy label A+, which is the highest rating. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect low heating and electricity costs. The building is new (2025), so it meets modern insulation and ventilation standards.
Utrecht Centraal station is 1.4 km away, about a ten-minute walk. The area is also well-served by buses and trams, making it easy to get around without a car.
The area has a high number of reported incidents (3,223 total), which is typical for a busy city centre. One resident mentions feeling uncomfortable walking alone late at night due to homeless people and 'creepy individuals'. However, the apartment is high up, which provides a sense of security.
Yes, a SPAR is just 227 metres away, and an AH to go is 304 metres. For full grocery shopping, Albert Heijn and Jumbo are within 600,700 metres, a ten-minute walk.
Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht (secondary) is 475 metres away, and Kindercampus Molenpark (primary) is 566 metres. Several other primary and secondary schools are within a kilometre.
The listing does not mention parking. The neighbourhood is not easily accessible by car, as noted by a resident. Utrecht city centre has limited parking, so you may need to rely on public transport or a parking permit.
The floor area is 58 m², which typically accommodates one or two bedrooms, but you would need to check the exact layout with the agent.
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