Hoola van Nootenstraat 388
Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodA new-build apartment in the heart of Utrecht
This apartment on Hoola van Nootenstraat is part of a brand-new complex, completed in 2025. With an energy label A+, it's as efficient as they come. At €950,000, the price is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €858,850, but that reflects the new construction and central location. For context, the average price per m² in the area is €8,017, and this home is 115 m². You can compare it with other apartments in Utrecht.
The neighbourhood: Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs
This is the busiest part of Utrecht, right by the station and the Jaarbeurs. One resident describes it as "Busy but because the apartment is high up you hardly notice it!" They appreciate the amenities but note it's "not accessible by car" and that they "never feel comfortable walking alone late at night because of all the homeless people and creepy individuals." The resident also wishes for more green space, though they mention a "very nice green courtyard at the apartment complex." The area is extremely urban, with over 5,200 addresses per km², and most households are singles (725 out of 1,225). It's a young crowd: two-thirds of residents are between 25 and 45. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs.
Life on the street
For daily groceries, you have a SPAR just around the corner, an AH to go a couple of streets away, and a full Albert Heijn within a five-minute walk. Schools are also close: the Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht is a five-minute walk, and Kindercampus Molenpark primary school is about the same distance. The central station is a ten-minute walk, and there are restaurants on your doorstep. The municipality Utrecht offers everything you'd expect from a major city.
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At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including IMMO 030 Makelaars.
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About Hoola van Nootenstraat 388, Utrecht
Is €950,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €950,000 is above the neighbourhood average of €858,850 and the median of €610,000. However, this is a brand-new apartment (2025) with an A+ energy label, and the average price per m² in the area is €8,017, so for 115 m² that would be about €922,000. Given the new build and central location, the price is on the high side but not unreasonable.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A+, which is the highest possible rating. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, with low heating costs and a minimal environmental footprint. In the neighbourhood, 46.7% of homes have label A or A+, so this is in line with the best in the area.
How is the neighbourhood for safety?
The neighbourhood has a high number of recorded crimes (3,223 total), and one resident mentions feeling uncomfortable walking alone late at night due to homeless people and 'creepy individuals.' However, the same resident notes that the apartment is high up, so you hardly notice the busy street life. It's a very urban area with a lot of foot traffic.
What public transport options are nearby?
The nearest train station is 1.4 km away, about a ten-minute walk. The area is very well connected, with excellent public transport as noted by a resident.
Are there supermarkets within walking distance?
Yes, there are several supermarkets nearby. A SPAR is just 216 m away, an AH to go is 296 m, and a full Albert Heijn is 576 m. A Jumbo is also within 702 m. So daily shopping is very convenient.
What schools are close to this apartment?
The Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht (secondary school) is 473 m away, and two primary schools are within 600 m: Kindercampus Molenpark (559 m) and odbs Puntenburg (567 m). There are also other schools within a kilometre.
Is there any outdoor space or green area?
The apartment complex has a 'very nice green courtyard,' according to a resident. The nearest park or public garden is 0.9 km away. The resident also notes that the centre could use more green space, but the courtyard compensates somewhat.
Experiences from Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs
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.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €936,333 | €695,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,395 | – |
| Rent price | €1,976 p/m | €1,858 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 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 | €762,658 | €636,298 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,087 | – |
| Rent price | €2,063 p/m | €2,037 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €28 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.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €611,017 | €539,433 |
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| Sale per m² | €6,844 | – |
| Rent price | €1,917 p/m | €1,902 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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