Tuinwijk-West, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Jacob van der Borchstraat sits in a quiet corner of Tuinwijk-West, a neighbourhood where the streets are lined with tall trees and 1930s brickwork. At 50 m² it is compact, but the high ceilings and original details give it a sense of space. The asking price of €400,000 is 22% below the neighbourhood average of €511,947, which makes it a keen entry point into this part of Utrecht, especially compared to other apartments in Utrecht.
Tuinwijk-West is a small, residential enclave just north of the city centre. Most homes here were built before 1945, and the area has a settled, family-friendly feel despite being densely urban (address density 5,773 per km²). The population is mixed: many young professionals and students, but also a fair number of families with children. There are no neighbourhood reviews available for this street, so the picture comes from the data: a quiet, well-kept area where people tend to stay. For more context, have a look at the Tuinwijk-West neighbourhood.
For your morning bread run, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Jumbo is a five-minute walk away. Primary schools are close: Basisschool Dr. Bosschool is on your doorstep, and Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek is a couple of streets away. Secondary school Trajectum College is a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood also has a GP practice, a library and a park all within a few hundred metres. For a wider view of the area, check out the municipality of Utrecht.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Atria Makelaardij.
Details of this home
Jacob van der Borchstraat 37, Utrecht
Data from Tuinwijk-West
Data from Tuinwijk-West
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About Jacob van der Borchstraat 37, Utrecht
The asking price of €400,000 is 22% below the average asking price in Tuinwijk-West (€511,947) and also below the median of €549,000. However, the floor area of 50 m² is 38% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 80 m². So the price per square metre (€8,000) is above the neighbourhood average of €6,809, which reflects the premium for a smaller unit in a sought-after area.
The energy label is E. This is common for a 1931 apartment in this neighbourhood, where 50% of homes have a label D or lower. An E label means heating costs will be higher than in a modern home, but the original features like high ceilings and brick walls often compensate with charm and good insulation of sound.
The nearest train station is 1.4 km away, which is about a 17-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
Tuinwijk-West has a mix of households: about 27% are families with children, and 30% are single-person households. The area has several primary schools within walking distance, and the streets are quiet and tree-lined. The park is just 200 m away, so there is green space for children to play.
There are 19 apartments for sale in Tuinwijk-West at the moment, with an average asking price of €511,947 and an average floor area of 80 m². This apartment is smaller and cheaper than most, so it stands out as a more affordable option in the area.
The address density of 5,773 per km² indicates a very urban area with good public transport. The train station is 1. The city centre is within walking distance.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The apartment is 50 m² and located in a pre-war building, so outdoor space is not guaranteed. The park at 200 m provides a nearby alternative.
The building was constructed in 1931, which is typical for this neighbourhood (96% of homes were built before 1945). The energy label E suggests original single glazing and less insulation, but the listing does not specify recent renovations. A viewing would be needed to assess the current condition.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Tuinwijk-West