Karel Doormanlaan 143
Huizingalaan K. Doormanlaan en omgeving, Utrecht
AreaA quiet spot in Utrecht's Noordoost
This apartment sits on the Karel Doormanlaan, a quiet road in the Huizingalaan, K. Doormanlaan en omgeving neighbourhood, part of the Noordoost district in Utrecht. The area is very strongly urban, with a high address density, yet the setting is described as calm and open. The asking price of €450,000 is 25% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €601,250, which puts it on the low side compared with other apartments in Utrecht.
The apartment itself
Built in 1958, this is a portiekflat (a walk-up apartment) on the second floor, with three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 81 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 80 m². The home has double glazing and is heated by district heating, and it comes with a balcony. It is full ownership, with a homeowners' association fee of €246 per month.
Life in the neighbourhood
Residents of the Noordoost district give their area an average score of 6.79, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "A very nice place to grow up", adding that living close to Griftpark was great fun and that neighbourhood parties bring people together. Another describes it as a "Village in the City", noting that people greet each other, children play in the street, and there is plenty of greenery. The reviews are mixed, though, with one resident complaining about noise, rubbish and a lack of social cohesion. The neighbourhood itself has 1,210 inhabitants, and 58% of households are single-person. For more context, see the Huizingalaan, K. Doormanlaan en omgeving neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. Basisschool De Wissel is just around the corner, and the Openbare Jenaplanschool Wittevrouwen is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijken Biltstraat, Praktijk Barels, is a couple of streets away, as is the Service Apotheek Koert Biltstraat. For groceries, Albert Heijn and Jumbo are both within a ten-minute walk. Bus stops at Prinsesselaan and Oorsprongpark are just around the corner, with lines 8, 18, 27, 28, 73, 74, 77 and night lines among the options. Utrecht Maliebaan station is a ten-minute walk away. The wider municipality of Utrecht offers plenty more.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is €427,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 5% above that value. The WOZ has developed over the past five years, though the exact figures are not detailed here. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 59 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise stay below it. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970, and this is an area-level indication rather than an inspection of this home. Pluvial flooding risk is low, current flood risk is elevated, and heat stress is expected to rise from low to medium by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via DEX Makelaars & Taxateurs.
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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 Karel Doormanlaan 143, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price is €450,000, while the WOZ value is €427,000 as of 1 January 2025. That puts the asking price 5% above the WOZ value. The WOZ is the municipal valuation, not the market value, so the difference is a factual comparison rather than a judgement on the price.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over one floor. It is a portiekflat on the second floor, with a balcony. The living area is 81 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 80 m². The home has double glazing and district heating.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The home has double glazing, which helps with insulation, but the label itself does not tell you about the overall condition of the building. The year of construction is 1958.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home. It means there is a possibility of foundation issues, but it is not a certainty.
How noisy is the area around this apartment?
The road traffic noise level is 59 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail traffic noise is 31 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 40 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level measurements from 2022 and 2023, so they reflect the general environment rather than this exact apartment.
What are the flood risks for this location?
The pluvial flooding risk (from heavy rain) is low, while the current flood risk from rivers or the sea is elevated. By 2050, the flood risk is expected to be low. Heat stress is currently low but is projected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn is about 818 metres away, Jumbo about 881 metres, and another Albert Heijn about 998 metres. There is also an Ekoplaza at 998 metres. All are within a ten-minute walk, making daily grocery shopping straightforward.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Basisschool De Wissel is about 371 metres away, and the Openbare Jenaplanschool Wittevrouwen is about 586 metres away. Both are primary schools. For secondary education, the nearest option is about 1.8 km away, which is a bit further but still reachable by bike or bus.
How is the public transport from this location?
The nearest bus stops are Utrecht, Prinsesselaan and Utrecht, Oorsprongpark, both about 365-374 metres away. Lines include 8, 18, 27, 28, 73, 74, 77 and several night lines. Utrecht Maliebaan train station is about 1.3 km away, a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the Noordoost district give an average score of 6.79 out of 10, based on seven reviews. Some praise the greenery and community feel, while others mention noise and litter. The reviews reflect the wider district, not just this specific neighbourhood, so experiences can vary.
