Johannes de Bekastraat 59
Tuinwijk-Oost, Utrecht
AreaA pre-war apartment in Utrecht's Tuinwijk-Oost
This apartment on Johannes de Bekastraat 59 sits in Tuinwijk-Oost, a pre-war neighbourhood in Utrecht's Noordoost district. Built in 1904, the home carries an energy label C. With a living area of 56 m², the asking price of €399,000 works out at €7,125 per m². That is 40% below the average asking price of €667,423 for apartments in Utrecht, which puts this home on the low side for the area.
The home itself
The listing gives no details on rooms, outdoor space, or installations. What is known: the apartment dates from 1904 and has an energy label C. The living area is 56 m² according to the BAG registration. The asking price of €399,000 translates to €7,125 per m² based on that figure.
Tuinwijk-Oost: a mixed picture from residents
Residents of the district give an average score of 6.79, based on seven reviews. One resident describes the area as "a very nice place to grow up", living close to Griftpark and enjoying neighbourhood parties. Another speaks of a "village in the city" feel in Voordorp, with greenery and a car-free street. But a third review is sharply critical, mentioning "poorly maintained streets", "vomit, glass, and rubbish", and "a huge nuisance of students". The neighbourhood has 2,845 inhabitants, and about half of households are single-person. The crime figure for the area is 158 incidents. The Tuinwijk-Oost neighbourhood clearly has contrasting sides.
Amenities and transport
Daily life is well served. An Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Jumbo is a couple of streets away. Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek is on your doorstep, and Basisschool Dr. Bosschool is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP, Huisartsen Binnenstad, is a five-minute walk, and Van den Bergh's Apotheek is just around the corner. Bus line 1 stops at Utrecht, Willem van Noortstraat, on your doorstep. Utrecht Overvecht station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Utrecht offers all this within easy reach. Address-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is above the norm at 61 dB Lden (2022), while rail and aircraft noise stay below their norms. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the pre-1970 construction and the area's characteristics. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, as is current flood risk, though the 2050 flood risk is low. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Pauw Makelaardij on Funda.
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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.
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About Johannes de Bekastraat 59, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €399,000 is 40% below the average asking price of €667,423 for homes currently for sale in Tuinwijk-Oost. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €6,947, while this home asks €7,125 per m² based on the BAG living area of 56 m². The median asking price in the area is €650,000.
What is the living area of this apartment?
The living area is 56 m² according to the BAG registration. The listing does not state a living area itself, so the price per m² is calculated using the BAG figure. The average living area for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood is 96 m², which is 42% larger than this apartment.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, and it is not always included in property listings. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public address-level data, road traffic noise is 61 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail noise is 35 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These figures are area-level indications and not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970 (in 1904) and that 93% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. Additionally, 5% 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 flood and climate risks apply to this address?
The pluvial flooding risk (from heavy rain) is elevated, and the current flood risk is also elevated. By 2050, the flood risk is expected to be low. Heat stress is currently medium and is projected to remain medium in 2050. These are area-level indications based on public climate data, not a property-specific assessment.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
An Albert Heijn is just around the corner at 279 metres, and a Jumbo is 350 metres away. Another Albert Heijn is 589 metres from the home. Within five kilometres there are 68 supermarkets in total, so daily groceries are easily accessible.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek is 199 metres away, and Basisschool Dr. Bosschool is 363 metres away. Both are primary schools. For secondary education, School aan de Singel is about 630 metres away. In total, there are 129 schools within five kilometres.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Utrecht, Willem van Noortstraat, just 51 metres away, served by bus line 1. Other stops on the same line are within 331 metres. The nearest train station is Utrecht Overvecht, 1.2 kilometres away, which is about a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give an average score of 6.79, based on seven reviews. One resident calls it "a very nice place to grow up", while another describes a "village in the city" feel in Voordorp. However, a third review is critical, mentioning poor street maintenance and student nuisance. The reviews reflect a mix of positive and negative experiences.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, or any details about outdoor space, insulation, or heating. It also does not mention a garden, balcony, or garage. As a result, the description is limited to the property type, year of construction, energy label, and living area from the BAG registration.
