Leeuwesteyn, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Laan van Sofia sits in the fresh, green Leeuwesteyn neighbourhood in Leidsche Rijn, Utrecht. Built in 2022, it has an A+++ energy label and 176 m² of living space, well above the local average. At €925,000 it is the most expensive of the 11 homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood, and 41% above the average asking price of €656,182. That puts it on the high side, but the size and efficiency are exceptional. For context, the supply of apartments in Utrecht is limited, which supports the price.
Leeuwesteyn is a new part of Leidsche Rijn, still taking shape. One resident describes it as 'refreshing and renewed', noting that more rental homes are being built and that nature is returning with real effort. The neighbourhood has a young population, over half of residents are between 25 and 45, and many households are singles or couples without children. With an address density of 2,894 per km², it feels strongly urban, yet the streets are quiet and green. The only review gives it a 7.25 out of 10, based on one opinion. For more context, see the Leeuwesteyn neighbourhood.
For your morning bread, Jumbo is a couple of streets away, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk. Primary schools are close: Eben-Haëzerschool and KBS Onder De Bogen are both just around the corner, and secondary schools like Academie Tien are within a five-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk, making commutes easy. For a wider view of the area, check the municipality of Utrecht.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Morgen Makelaardij.
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Laan van Sofia 31, Utrecht
Good · 1 resident
Refreshing and renewed, that's what Leeuwensteyn is. More and more rental homes are being built, and that's a plus for me as a concierge if I want to keep living in Leidsche Rijn later on! More and more nature is also returning, with real effort put into it. Getting more beautiful and bigger by the day.
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About Laan van Sofia 31, Utrecht
The asking price is 41% above the neighbourhood average of €656,182 and the highest of the 11 homes currently for sale in Leeuwesteyn. However, the apartment is also 56% larger than the local average (176 m² vs 113 m²) and has an A+++ energy label. Recent sales in the neighbourhood averaged €674,449, so the price reflects the premium size and efficiency.
The energy label is A+++, the highest possible. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, with very low heating and electricity costs. The entire neighbourhood has homes built after 2010, and all current listings have an A+ label or better.
The nearest train station is 1.6 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes commuting to Utrecht city centre or other cities straightforward.
Leeuwesteyn is a new, green part of Leidsche Rijn with a young population. It feels urban (address density 2,894 per km²) but has a quiet, refreshed atmosphere. One resident says it is 'getting more beautiful and bigger by the day', with nature returning. The only review gives it a 7.25 out of 10.
Yes, several primary schools are within walking distance: Eben-Haëzerschool and KBS Onder De Bogen are both about 550 m away. Secondary schools like Academie Tien (207 m) and Leidsche Rijn College (886 m) are also close.
Jumbo is 734 m away (a couple of streets), SPAR express is 1 km, and Albert Heijn is 1.3 km. For daily shopping, you have options within a ten-minute walk.
Currently, 11 homes are for sale in the neighbourhood, with prices ranging from €395,000 to €925,000. The average asking price is €656,182, and the average floor area is 113 m².
6 homes in the neighbourhood Leeuwesteyn