Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis apartment sits high up on the Hoola van Nootenstraat, so you get the buzz of the city without the street noise. It's a brand-new home with an A+ energy label, meaning low heating costs and a modern finish throughout. At €549,000, the asking price is 36% below the neighbourhood average of €858,850, which is keen given the size and location. For context, apartments in Utrecht typically sell for around €8,017 per m².
This is Utrecht's central station area, so it's as connected as it gets. One resident says: "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 apartment's height helps: "Busy but because the apartment is high up you hardly notice it!" The neighbourhood is densely built with mostly new-build flats (84% built after 2010), and the population skews young, two-thirds are between 25 and 45. It's a lively, urban spot. Find out more about the Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs neighbourhood.
For your daily bread, SPAR is just around the corner, and AH to go is a couple of streets away, perfect for a quick shop. Albert Heijn and Jumbo are a ten-minute walk. Schools are close too: Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht is a five-minute walk, and primary schools like odbs Puntenburg and Kindercampus Molenpark are within a ten-minute stroll. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and the city centre's restaurants are on your doorstep. The municipality of Utrecht keeps the area well-served.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Domstad Makelaars B.V.
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The asking price is 36% below the neighbourhood average of €858,850, but the apartment is also 46% smaller than the average (57 m² vs 106 m²). The price per m² works out at about €9,632, which is above the neighbourhood average of €8,017 per m². So while the total price looks low, you're paying a premium for the new build and central location.
The energy label is A+, which is the highest rating. This means the home is very energy-efficient, with excellent insulation and likely a heat pump or similar modern system. Your heating and electricity bills should be low compared to older homes.
Utrecht Centraal station is about 1.4 km away, which is a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood is built around the station, so you're very well connected for trains and buses.
The resident review mentions feeling uncomfortable walking alone late at night due to homeless people and 'creepy individuals'. The total number of crimes recorded in the neighbourhood is 3,223, which is high for a small area. It's a busy central district, so you may want to consider this if you're concerned about safety.
The listing does not mention a balcony or terrace, but the resident review notes a 'very nice green courtyard at the apartment complex'. So there is shared outdoor space, though private outdoor space is not stated.
The floor area is 57 m², which typically accommodates one or two bedrooms, but you would need to check the floor plan with the agent.
The resident review says the area is 'not accessible by car', and the neighbourhood is very densely built (address density 5,225). There is no mention of a parking spot in the listing. Utrecht city centre has limited parking, so you may need to rely on public transport or a parking permit.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
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.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €1,804,000 | €697,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €24,136 | – |
| Rent price | €1,874 p/m | €1,669 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 p/m | – |
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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €956,215 | €663,701 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €10,999 | – |
| Rent price | €2,014 p/m | €1,969 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €28 p/m | – |
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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €641,365 | €541,308 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,301 | – |
| Rent price | €1,936 p/m | €1,924 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
Hoola van Nootenstraat 346, Utrecht
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