A grand apartment in Buiten Wittevrouwen
This stately apartment on Hugo de Grootstraat sits in Buiten Wittevrouwen, a lively part of Utrecht's Oost district. With its 1890 origins, the building carries the character of a bygone era, and the home itself spans three floors. At €1,100,000, the asking price is on the high side compared with the neighbourhood average, and the home is one of 12 apartments currently for sale in the area. For context, apartments in Utrecht vary widely in price, but this particular home stands out for its size and period charm.
Inside the home
The apartment offers six rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The agent lists the living area at 158 m², while the BAG registration records 170 m², a difference worth noting. The total volume comes to 532 m³, giving a sense of the generous proportions.
The Buiten Wittevrouwen neighbourhood
Residents of the wider Oost district give their area an average score of 7.71, based on 13 reviews. One resident describes it as a "rustige woonwijk en op loopafstand van de stad," noting the mix of families, couples, and singles that creates a "gezellige sfeer." Another resident, writing in English, praises the "active and engaged community" and the "attractive green spaces such as Wilhelminapark, Oosterspoorbaan and Minstroom." A third review is more mixed, mentioning that cleanliness, parking, and safety could be better. The neighbourhood itself has around 4,735 inhabitants, with a high share of single-person households at 71%. For more on the area, see the Buiten Wittevrouwen neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered here. The Albert Heijn on the Oosterstraat is just around the corner, with another Albert Heijn and an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. For primary education, Basisschool de Odyssee and Vrije School Utrecht are both within a five-minute walk, while St-Gregorius College for secondary education is also close. The GP practice De Reiger and Alphega Apotheek Wilhelmina are both just around the corner, and the Diakonessenhuis hospital is a ten-minute walk. Public transport is convenient: bus line 8 stops at Utrecht, Oosterstraat, just around the corner, and the nearest train station, Utrecht Maliebaan, is on your doorstep. The wider municipality of Utrecht offers extensive connections.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. Regarding address-level risks, the data indicates that road traffic noise is 48 dB Lden, which is below the norm, as are railway noise at 34 dB and aircraft noise at 40 dB. Industrial noise, however, is 51 dB Lden, which exceeds the norm. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on the home being built before 1970 and the area being a KCAF attention zone. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, as is the current flood risk, though the 2050 flood risk is low. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Grifhorst Makelaardij.
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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 Hugo de Grootstraat 28BS, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €1,100,000 is 84% above the average asking price in Buiten Wittevrouwen, which stands at €598,042. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed area of 158 m², is €6,962, which is 5% below the neighbourhood average of €7,343 per m². This means the home is priced on the high side in absolute terms, but per square metre it is slightly more affordable than the local average.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has six rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The total volume is 532 m³. The living area is listed as 158 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 170 m². The home was built in 1890, giving it a period character that is typical of the area, where 87.5% of homes date from before 1945.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label for this home is C. This label indicates that the home is not among the most efficient, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, only about its energy performance. For comparison, in the neighbourhood, 37.5% of homes have a C label, while 37.5% have a D label or lower.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated. This is based on the home being built before 1970, specifically in 1890, and the fact that 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. Additionally, 6% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The noise data for this address shows that road traffic noise is 48 dB Lden, which is below the Dutch norm. Railway noise is 34 dB Lden, also below the norm, and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, again below the norm. However, industrial noise is 51 dB Lden, which exceeds the norm. These figures are based on public data from 2022 to 2024 and are area-level indications.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. The nearest Albert Heijn is about 426 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. Another Albert Heijn and an Ekoplaza are both about 514 metres away, and a third Albert Heijn is at 636 metres. A Jumbo is slightly further at 739 metres. In total, there are 67 supermarkets within 5 kilometres of this address.
Which schools are close to this home?
For primary education, Basisschool de Odyssee is about 419 metres away, and Vrije School Utrecht is at 459 metres. Openbare Dalton Basisschool Pieterskerkhof is at 540 metres, and KBS Stepping Stones at 585 metres. For secondary education, St-Gregorius College is about 590 metres away. The nearest primary school is a five-minute walk, and the nearest secondary school is also within a ten-minute walk.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Utrecht, Oosterstraat, about 252 metres away, served by bus line 8. Another stop, Utrecht, Oudwijkerdwarsstraat, is at 288 metres, also on line 8. The nearest train station is Utrecht Maliebaan, which is just 81 metres from the front door, making rail travel very convenient. The station is within walking distance, and the bus stops are just around the corner.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the Oost district, which includes this neighbourhood, give their area an average score of 7.71 out of 10, based on 13 reviews. One resident describes it as a quiet residential area within walking distance of the city, with a mix of families, couples, and singles. Another resident praises the safe, well-maintained neighbourhood with good schools and green spaces. A third review notes that cleanliness, parking, and safety could be better.
What is the flood risk for this address?
The current flood risk for this address is elevated, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. However, the flood risk for 2050 is projected to be low. Pluvial flooding, which occurs during heavy rainfall, is also indicated as elevated. These are area-level indications based on public data, not a specific assessment of this property. The home itself is not inspected for flood resilience.
