Pijlsweerd-Zuid, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis bright apartment on Jongeneelstraat 40 sits in Pijlsweerd-Zuid, a lively part of Utrecht. Built in 2018, it has an A energy label, so it's very efficient. At €1,720 per month, the rent is 11% below the neighbourhood average of €1,927, which makes it keenly priced. For more context, you can compare with other apartments in Utrecht.
Residents give the neighbourhood a 7.41 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "The neighbourhood is getting greener and more beautiful!" Another notes: "I always feel safe in this neighbourhood, perhaps because it's close to the police station." A third adds: "Supermarkets within walking distance, well accessible by public transport and quiet but not boring." The area is home to many young adults, with 57% aged 25 to 45, and most households are single-person. It's a safe, friendly place, though some miss more greenery. This is the Pijlsweerd-Zuid neighbourhood in a nutshell.
For daily errands, you have Jumbo just around the corner, and Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. There are also Aldi, Ekoplaza and another Albert Heijn within a five-minute walk. For families, several primary schools are close by, including Montessori Kind Centrum LEF and Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek. Secondary education is also nearby, with Al Amana College Utrecht. The city centre is a ten-minute walk, and the train station is 1.8 km away. All this is part of the municipality of Utrecht.
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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.
About Jongeneelstraat 40, Utrecht
The rent is 11% below the neighbourhood average of €1,927, so it's on the keen side. The apartment is 78 m² with an A energy label, which is very efficient. Given the modern build and location, the price looks competitive.
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low energy costs. The label is an official registration from EP-Online.
The nearest supermarket is Jumbo at 262 metres, just around the corner. Albert Heijn is at 311 metres, and there are also Aldi, Ekoplaza and another Albert Heijn within 486 metres. So daily groceries are very convenient.
There are several schools within walking distance. For primary education, Montessori Kind Centrum LEF is at 391 metres, Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek at 431 metres, and KBS De Pijlstaart at 454 metres. For secondary education, Al Amana College Utrecht is at 387 metres.
Residents generally feel safe. One review says: "I always feel safe in this neighbourhood, perhaps because it's close to the police station." Another notes: "No matter when you go out on the street, it always feels safe." The neighbourhood scores 7.41 out of 10 from four reviews.
Some residents mention a lack of greenery. One says: "I do really miss greenery in the area." Another adds: "There is no greenery here, I miss that, a small park or something would be nice." The nearest park is at 0.7 km.
The train station is 1.8 km away, and residents say the area is "well accessible by public transport." The city centre is a ten-minute walk, so you have good options for getting around.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
The neighbourhood is getting greener and more beautiful! But there is still room for improvement (and that will happen in 2025/2026). The municipality could pay a bit more attention to litter. Although it's also just busy because of the many tourists and students due to the location. In terms of layout, it's nice, good and friendly neighbours! Good social control. No matter when you go out on the street, it always feels safe. There are a few (primary) schools in the neighbourhood and many shops for your daily groceries. Vredenburg is a 10-minute walk, if you want something different. As for housing, I can't say much, houses sell quickly and there is always some rental supply, but just like in the rest of Utrecht, it's all quickly taken. It's an old neighbourhood, so not much can be built/created in terms of living space.
Auto-translated to English by AII always feel safe in this neighbourhood, perhaps because it's close to the police station. It's a 10-minute walk from the centre, which is great. No noise at night. I do really miss greenery in the area. I also notice that misplaced rubbish or litter is not cleaned up quickly; that could be improved.
Auto-translated to English by AII think it's a nice neighbourhood. Even though it's so close to the centre, I experience little nuisance. Supermarkets within walking distance, well accessible by public transport and quiet but not boring. Close to the police station so they often drive by but in principle nothing ever happens here. There is no greenery here, I miss that, a small park or something would be nice.
Auto-translated to English by AIvery nice!
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €544,771 | €499,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,925 | – |
| Rent price | €1,927 p/m | €1,796 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
I've lived in Zuilen for 26 years and still consider it one of the best neighbourhoods in Utrecht. With shops, schools, buses and the train station all nearby, everything is within reach. And with the beautiful Julianapark just around the corner, the area also has a lovely place to relax. As far as I'm concerned, an absolute top location.
Auto-translated to English by AIJust nice and stuff
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is getting greener and more beautiful! But there is still room for improvement (and that will happen in 2025/2026). The municipality could pay a bit more attention to litter. Although it's also just busy because of the many tourists and students due to the location. In terms of layout, it's nice, good and friendly neighbours! Good social control. No matter when you go out on the street, it always feels safe. There are a few (primary) schools in the neighbourhood and many shops for your daily groceries. Vredenburg is a 10-minute walk, if you want something different. As for housing, I can't say much, houses sell quickly and there is always some rental supply, but just like in the rest of Utrecht, it's all quickly taken. It's an old neighbourhood, so not much can be built/created in terms of living space.
Auto-translated to English by AII always feel safe in this neighbourhood, perhaps because it's close to the police station. It's a 10-minute walk from the centre, which is great. No noise at night. I do really miss greenery in the area. I also notice that misplaced rubbish or litter is not cleaned up quickly; that could be improved.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is divided into 2 between the original residents and the new ones, this is clearly noticeable with houses being pelted with eggs and fireworks and the police do nothing.
Auto-translated to English by AIPoorly maintained public spaces
Auto-translated to English by AII think it's a nice neighbourhood. Even though it's so close to the centre, I experience little nuisance. Supermarkets within walking distance, well accessible by public transport and quiet but not boring. Close to the police station so they often drive by but in principle nothing ever happens here. There is no greenery here, I miss that, a small park or something would be nice.
Auto-translated to English by AIvery nice!
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €490,054 | €468,012 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,250 | – |
| Rent price | €1,865 p/m | €1,808 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
De Nieuwegracht is een rustige en schone kant van het centrum van Utrecht. Aan de overkant ligt een mooi park en een grote weide. Hier is het over het algemeen rustig, soms helaas niet heel schoon. Op de wandelpaden liggen op sommige plekken erg veel sigaretten. De buurt is erg goed bereikbaar op de fiets en te voet. De auto is niet aan te raden, hoewel de Nieuwegracht in vergelijking met de Oudegracht en Twijnstraat veel makkelijker is voor auto's.
Auto-translated to English by AILeuke gemixte buurt waar mensen oog voor elkaar hebben en het rustig wonen is. Het grootste voordeel is dat alle voorzieningen dichtbij zijn zoals Leidsche Rijn centrum, winkelcentrum parkwijk, bushalte, treinstation, scholen, sportclubs, parken, bioscoop en horeca.
Auto-translated to English by AIHeerlijk rustige buurt op slechts 20 minuten afstand van het centrum van Utrecht. Park Hoge Weide, scholen, supermarkten en sportvoorzieningen zijn om de hoek.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighborhood is considered safe, has an active and engaged community, and is well maintained. Neighborhood relations are good. Residents have access to quality housing, reputable schools, and attractive green spaces such as Wilhelminapark, Oosterspoorbaan and Minstroom. The centre is within reach, and Oost offers a nice number of shops.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy, student-like, park on the doorstep, where people sit when the weather is nice. Pub in the neighbourhood, shopping centre within walking distance and Kanaalstraat nearby.
Auto-translated to English by AILunetten zuid is a fairly extensive area, but there are common characteristics: There is little traffic on the streets, even the ring road is relatively quiet. Many houses are situated around a shared green space with some play facilities. This quickly creates a bond with the neighbours. Because Lunetten is separated from the city by a park and forts, which are part of the UNESCO heritage, it has some village-like features. If you value your privacy and don't like contact, then Leidsche rijn is more likely a place where you'll feel at home. Lunetten is not a place of high fences, but rather has a scent of granola with a hint of wokeness. If you feel at home with that, you are very welcome, but if you are not willing to do something for the neighbourhood or your neighbours, there are plenty of other places where you will feel at home.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in Zuilen for 26 years and still consider it one of the best neighbourhoods in Utrecht. With shops, schools, buses and the train station all nearby, everything is within reach. And with the beautiful Julianapark just around the corner, the area also has a lovely place to relax. As far as I'm concerned, an absolute top location.
Auto-translated to English by AIEspecially great that there are so many nice shops in the area. The walks to the Muntkade and Park Oog en Al also often make my day. The house I live in is old and hasn't been properly maintained by the landlord for a long time.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €597,613 | €548,463 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,533 | – |
| Rent price | €1,896 p/m | €1,859 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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