A modern apartment in Het Zand-West
This apartment on Kees van Dongensingel sits in Het Zand-West, a young neighbourhood in the Leidsche Rijn district of Utrecht. Built in 2018, it has an A+ energy label, so it is very efficient to run. The rent of €1,700 is 15% below the neighbourhood average of €2,004, which makes it keenly priced for the area. For context, apartments in Utrecht typically command a range of prices, and this one sits at the lower end.
The Het Zand-West neighbourhood
Het Zand-West is a family-oriented area, with half of households having children and an average household size of 2.6 people. The streets are quiet and green, with a mix of modern housing. There are no resident reviews available yet, so the picture here comes from the statistics. The neighbourhood is part of the larger Leidsche Rijn development, which has grown rapidly over the past two decades. For more on the area, see the Het Zand-West neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with an Aldi a couple of streets away and a Vomar within a five-minute walk. For school runs, De Ridderhof primary school is a couple of streets away, and Waterrijk is about a five-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk, which makes commuting straightforward. The municipality of Utrecht is well served by amenities, and the municipality of Utrecht has plenty to offer in terms of parks, shops and cultural venues.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed via LIV Residential and also appears on Pararius, so it is available through two channels.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Kees van Dongensingel 16, Utrecht
Is €1,700 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,700 is 15% below the neighbourhood average of €2,004, based on six available rentals in Het Zand-West. The average price per square metre in the area is €23.33, and this apartment works out at about €27 per square metre, which is above that average. Given the modern build and A+ label, the rent is on the keen side compared with the local market.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A+, which is the most efficient category. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs. The label is an official registration, and it reflects the building's energy performance as certified. It is a strong indicator of a well-performing home in terms of energy use.
How close is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 184 metres, which is just around the corner. An Aldi is at 256 metres, and a Vomar is at 309 metres, so you have several options within a short walk. For a larger shop, a SPAR express is about 1.1 km away, and a Jumbo is about 1.4 km away.
What schools are nearby?
There are several primary schools within a short walk. De Ridderhof is at 367 metres, Waterrijk at 512 metres, and Montessorischool Arcade at 551 metres. Obs Het Zand is at 585 metres, and KBS Hof ter Weide at 623 metres. All are within a ten-minute walk, which is convenient for families with young children.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.0 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it easy to get to Utrecht city centre and beyond without needing a car. The station is a key hub in the region, so commuting by rail is a practical option from this location.
What is the neighbourhood like for families?
Het Zand-West is a family-friendly neighbourhood, with 50% of households having children and an average household size of 2.6. The age profile shows a large share of children under 15 (23%) and adults aged 25-45 (36%). The area is quiet and green, with modern housing, and it is part of the larger Leidsche Rijn development.
