Jagerskade 8-5
Zamenhofdreef en omgeving, Utrecht
AreaA new apartment in Overvecht
This is a brand-new apartment on Jagerskade, in the Zamenhofdreef en omgeving neighbourhood of Utrecht. The listing does not state an energy label, so the rest of this page is mainly about the home's location and the neighbourhood. At €1,659 per month, the rent sits 16% above the neighbourhood average of €1,435, which puts it on the high side for the area. For context, apartments in Utrecht typically vary in price depending on size and finish.
The neighbourhood: Zamenhofdreef en omgeving
This part of Overvecht has a mixed reputation, and the two resident reviews reflect that. One resident says: "Overvecht is dirty, messy, noisy; sometimes it looks like a motorsport field with how they race at night. Rats run across you, it stinks outside, and there are many loitering youths, so safety is not great." Another resident offers a more balanced view: "This neighbourhood has a bit of a reputation as the unsafe neighbourhood of Utrecht, together with Kanaleneiland. But that's not too bad. There are many families with children and elderly people, which makes it a lot quieter. The shopping centre has all the necessary shops together and is within walking distance." Based on two reviews, the average score is 6.69 out of 10. The area is densely populated, with many single-person households and a mix of ages. The Zamenhofdreef en omgeving neighbourhood is one of the more urban parts of Utrecht.
Life on the street
For daily errands, the shopping centre is within walking distance, and there are several supermarkets nearby: an AH XL is just around the corner, with Lidl, Hoogvliet, PLUS, and Jumbo all within a ten-minute walk. For families, there are primary and secondary schools close by, including Al Amana College and Trajectum College for secondary education, and OBS Rietendakschool for primary. The area has plenty of green spaces, with a park or garden just around the corner, and a library and restaurants also close at hand. The municipality of Utrecht provides the broader context for these amenities.
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About Jagerskade 8-5, Utrecht
Is €1,659 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is 16% above the neighbourhood average of €1,435, so it is on the high side for the area. However, this is a new apartment (built in 2024) with 62 m² of floor space, which may justify the premium. The neighbourhood average is based on 11 available rentals, with prices ranging from €1,190 to €1,925.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 2.3 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle. The neighbourhood is well-connected by bus, with the city centre reachable in about 10 minutes by bus, according to a resident review.
What are the neighbours like?
Resident reviews are mixed. One resident complains about dirt, noise, and safety concerns, while another highlights the many families and elderly people, the greenery, and the convenience of the shopping centre. The neighbourhood has a high proportion of single-person households (68%) and a relatively young population, with 44% aged 25-45.
How quickly do rentals in this neighbourhood go?
Rentals in this neighbourhood are let on average within 20 days, according to recent data. This suggests a fairly active rental market, so interested renters may want to be prepared to move quickly.
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