Dichterswijk, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Jacob Catsstraat sits in a lively part of Dichterswijk, a neighbourhood that has seen a lot of renewal. At 90 m² and with a C energy label, it's a solid home from 1906. The asking price of €600,000 is a touch above the neighbourhood median of €550,000, but in line with the average price per m² of €6,756. Compared to other apartments in Utrecht, it's keenly priced for its size.
Dichterswijk has changed a lot in recent years. One resident, TopBoy28, says: "This neighbourhood used to be a deprived area with many problems. Now a lot of new buildings have been built. But behind the walls of the houses, there are still problems. Apart from that, there are many racists living here. The neighbourhood has been nicely renovated and looks better than before. In the meantime, schools have been renovated for the little children." Based on this single review, the area scores a 7.13 out of 10. The neighbourhood is densely populated, with many young adults and a mix of pre-war and modern housing. For more context, see the Dichterswijk neighbourhood.
Your daily shopping is a breeze: PLUS is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. For little ones, Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter is a couple of streets away, and there are several other primary schools within a ten-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and a park is just around the corner for a quick breather. The area is part of the municipality of Utrecht, which means excellent city-wide amenities.
At the time of writing, the home is listed only via Grandia en Partners B.V. Homes in this neighbourhood sell quickly, on average within 20 days, so it's worth keeping an eye on.
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Jacob Catsstraat 35, Utrecht
Good · 1 resident
This neighbourhood used to be a deprived area with many problems. Now a lot of new buildings have been built. But behind the walls of the houses, there are still problems. Apart from that, there are many racists living here. The neighbourhood has been nicely renovated and looks better than before. In the meantime, schools have been renovated for the little children.
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About Jacob Catsstraat 35, Utrecht
The asking price of €600,000 is slightly above the neighbourhood median of €550,000, but the average price per m² in Dichterswijk is €6,756, which matches this home's €6,667 per m². Given the 90 m² floor area and central location, the price is in line with the market.
The energy label is C, which is average for a home of this age. In Dichterswijk, about 69% of homes have label A or better, so this one is less efficient than many newer properties. You can expect moderate energy costs.
The train station is 1.3 km away, about a ten-minute walk. The area is well-connected for a city neighbourhood.
Based on one review, the neighbourhood has a mixed reputation. The resident notes that while the area has been renovated and looks better, some social issues remain. The population is diverse, with many young adults and a mix of families and singles.
Homes in Dichterswijk sell on average in 20 days, which is fast. This suggests demand is strong, so if you're interested, it's worth acting promptly.
The nearest primary school is Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter, just 227 m away. Other primaries within walking distance include odbs Puntenburg and KBS Gertrudis. For secondary education, Descart is about 926 m away.
Yes, PLUS is just 101 m away on your doorstep. Albert Heijn is 505 m away, a five-minute walk, and there are several other supermarkets within a kilometre.
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