Lange Nieuwstraat 41
Lange Nieuwstraat en omgeving, Utrecht
AreaA grand canal-side home in Utrecht's historic heart
On the Lange Nieuwstraat, in the middle of Utrecht's centuries-old centre, this apartment occupies a handsome 1900 building. The setting is quintessentially urban: the Dom Tower is a short stroll away, and the Nieuwegracht with its tree-lined quays is just around the corner. With an asking price of €1,295,000, this home sits on the high side compared with the average for apartments in Utrecht, which currently stands at around €1,262,450.
A spacious home over three floors
This is a substantial home, with 7 rooms, 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms spread over 3 floors, and a volume of 825 m³. The agent lists the living area at 178 m², while the BAG registration records 150 m². There is a garden at the rear, reachable via the back entrance and facing southwest. The property is freehold, and according to the agent it has mostly double glazing, a wood stove, district heating and partial underfloor heating.
Life on the Lange Nieuwstraat
Residents of the wider Binnenstad district give their surroundings an average score of 7.59, based on eight reviews. One resident describes the Nieuwegracht as a quiet, clean side of the centre, with a park and a large meadow across the water, though they note that the footpaths are not always spotless. Another says that while the Singel is busy with traffic, the streets behind it are very quiet and peaceful, and that all necessary shops are within easy walking distance. The same resident mentions that the quiet streets can feel a little daunting at night, particularly the stretch from the central station. A third resident loves how walkable the area is to everything in the city centre, with the main drawback being noise. The neighbourhood itself is home to around 2,690 people, many of them living alone. The Lange Nieuwstraat en omgeving neighbourhood is one of the most densely populated in the country.
Amenities and getting around
Daily life here is wonderfully compact. The Albert Heijn on the Lange Nieuwstraat is just around the corner, with a SPAR and a Boon's Markt a couple of streets away. For primary education, the Openbare Dalton Basisschool Pieterskerkhof is a five-minute walk, and the Vrije School Utrecht is a little further. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk De Reiger, is a ten-minute walk, and Apotheek Boswijk is just around the corner. Bus line 2 stops at Utrecht, Catharijneconvent, right on your doorstep, and the nearest train station, Utrecht Maliebaan, is a five-minute walk. The municipality of Utrecht offers all the cultural and leisure amenities you would expect from a major city. According to public address-level data, the home is in an area with an elevated foundation risk indication, which is an area-level indication rather than an inspection of this specific property. The noise level from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective standards. The area also has an elevated indication for pluvial flooding at heavy rain, and a medium indication for heat stress, with flood risk currently low and expected to remain low in 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via Punt Makelaars Utrecht, and it is also listed on Funda.
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About Lange Nieuwstraat 41, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the area?
The asking price of €1,295,000 is above the average of €1,262,450 for homes currently for sale in the Lange Nieuwstraat en omgeving neighbourhood. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €872,500, and prices range from €425,000 to €4,700,000. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €8,715, while this home is listed at €7,275 per square metre based on the agent's stated living area.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this home has 7 rooms, including 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, spread over 3 floors. The total volume is 825 m³. The agent lists the living area at 178 m², while the BAG registration records 150 m². There is a garden at the rear, reachable via the back entrance and facing southwest. The property is freehold.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not always included in property listings. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Public address-level data indicates that road traffic noise is 61 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 34 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, according to public data. This is because the building dates from 1900, before 1970, and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone. In the wider area, 18% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood and heat stress risks?
Public climate data indicates an elevated risk of pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) at this address. The current flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, and it is expected to remain low in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to remain medium in 2050. These are area-level indications based on climate models.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 434 metres, which is about a five-minute walk. A SPAR is at 519 metres, and Boon's Markt at 590 metres. A Jumbo is at 602 metres, and another Albert Heijn at 720 metres. All are within easy walking distance, making daily grocery shopping very convenient.
Which schools are close to this home?
The nearest primary school is the Openbare Dalton Basisschool Pieterskerkhof at 417 metres, followed by the Vrije School Utrecht at 473 metres and the Agatha Snellenschool at 503 metres. For secondary education, the St-Gregorius College is at 544 metres. All are within a short walk, which is convenient for families with school-age children.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Utrecht, Catharijneconvent, just 9 metres from the front door, served by bus line 2. There are additional stops at Utrecht, Domplein (294 metres) and Utrecht, Universiteitsmuseum (314 metres), also on line 2. The nearest train station is Utrecht Maliebaan at 541 metres, about a five-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Residents of the wider Binnenstad district give their surroundings an average score of 7.59 out of 10, based on eight reviews. One resident describes the Nieuwegracht as a quiet and clean side of the centre, with a park and meadow across the water. Another says the streets behind the Singel are very quiet and peaceful, with all necessary shops within walking distance. A third resident loves how walkable the area is to the city centre, though noise can be an issue.
