Lauwerecht 59
Lauwerecht, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodA compact apartment in Utrecht's Lauwerecht
This apartment on Lauwerecht 59 sits in a lively part of Utrecht, where the streets are busy with students and the energy is unmistakable. Built in 1985, it offers a compact 50 m² of living space according to the BAG registration. The asking price of €389,500 is 35% below the neighbourhood average of €597,500, making it a relatively affordable entry into this sought-after area. For context, the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €7,671, and this home is priced at €7,790 per m². Compare it with other apartments in Utrecht to see how it stacks up.
What the agent tells us
The agent lists no specific features for this apartment, so details about layout, outdoor space, or installations are not available. Without further information, it's hard to picture the interior, but the compact floor area suggests a practical city home.
Life in Lauwerecht
Lauwerecht is a neighbourhood that divides opinion. Across the district of Noordoost, residents give an average score of 6.79 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One resident describes it as "a very nice place to grow up," praising the proximity to Griftpark and the neighbourhood parties that bring people together. Another resident, however, paints a less flattering picture: "a fascist neighbourhood that claims to be left-wing. Poorly maintained streets. Everywhere there is vomit, glass, and rubbish." The neighbourhood has 3,285 residents, with a high proportion of single-person households (67%) and a young population (52% aged 25-45). Crime figures show 153 total incidents, but the feel of the area varies street by street. For a deeper look, explore the Lauwerecht neighbourhood.
Daily life: shops, schools, and transport
For groceries, Jumbo is on your doorstep, and Albert Heijn is just around the corner. Primary schools are a short walk away: Basisschool Dr. Bosschool and Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Gezondheidscentrum Ondiep, a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy is similarly close. Public transport is excellent: bus stop Draaiweg (line 3) is on your doorstep, and David van Mollemstraat (lines 3, 6, 7, 27) is just around the corner. Utrecht Overvecht station is a ten-minute walk. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Utrecht.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €379,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 3% above that. The WOZ has not shown a clear development trend over the past five years. As for address risks, these are area-level indications: road traffic noise is above the norm at 50 dB Lden, while railway and aircraft noise are within limits. The foundation risk is low, with only 2% of properties in the area having an elevated pile rot risk. Pluvial flooding risk is low, but current flood risk is elevated, though it is expected to be low by 2050. Heat stress is currently low but may become medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Dam en Hooft Makelaars and Dam en Hooft Makelaars.
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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 Lauwerecht 59, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to other apartments in Lauwerecht?
The asking price of €389,500 is 35% below the neighbourhood average of €597,500, making it one of the more affordable options in Lauwerecht. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €7,671, while this home is priced at €7,790 per m². With only 8 apartments currently for sale, the market is limited.
What is the living area of this apartment?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 50 m². That is 36% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 78 m². The agent does not provide an alternative floor area, so the BAG figure is the only one available.
What is the WOZ value and how does it relate to the asking price?
The WOZ value is €379,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €389,500 is 3% above that. The WOZ is a municipal valuation, not a market price, so the difference is modest.
Is there any noise nuisance in the area?
Area-level data shows road traffic noise at 50 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Railway noise is 39 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both within limits. These are indications for the area, not a measurement at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Jumbo is just 183 metres away, and Albert Heijn is at 491 metres. There are also an Aldi and Ekoplaza within walking distance. In total, there are 70 supermarkets within 5 km.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give an average score of 6.79. One resident says it's 'a very nice place to grow up' with great access to Griftpark and neighbourhood parties. Another describes it as poorly maintained with rubbish and student nuisance. The neighbourhood has a young, single-person household profile.
What public transport options are available?
Bus stop Draaiweg (line 3) is 152 metres away, and David van Mollemstraat (lines 3, 6, 7, 27) is 260 metres away. Utrecht Overvecht train station is 1.3 km away, about a ten-minute walk.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for the area is low. Only 2% of properties in the postcode area have an elevated pile rot risk. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
Are there schools within walking distance?
Yes, Basisschool Dr. Bosschool is 361 metres away, and Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek is 466 metres away. There are also secondary schools nearby, such as Al Amana College Utrecht at 242 metres.
Statistics for Lauwerecht
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €597,500 | €595,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,671 | – |
| Rent price | €1,552 p/m | €1,259 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €21 p/m | – |
Experiences from Noordoost
How residents experience their district
A fascist neighbourhood that claims to be left-wing. Poorly maintained streets. Everywhere there is vomit, glass, and rubbish. Dirty pavements, graffiti everywhere, every street suffers from a huge nuisance of students. Students overpopulate the area. No diversity, too expensive shops. Only rich white people. Social inequality is clearly visible here. 1000 metres away in Overvecht people have nothing, here in abundance. Full of snobs. Social housing is only 6 percent, deliberately sold off, all homes are being split: unliveable, too much noise, and expanded with extra floors. People earn an average of 6-10,000 per month and look like tramps. There is no cohesion, people are focused on themselves, all islands. The atmosphere is gone. It was once a beautiful neighbourhood, but yuppies, damn students and damn expats have turned it into a white enclave of coke-sniffing egotrippers.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving so close to Griftpark was great fun to grow up in, and there are also often neighbourhood parties that make it all a lot closer.
Auto-translated to English by AIWhen I come to Voordorp, it really feels like a village. People look at you, say hello, children play in the street, and there's a lot of greenery. It's also car-free, which makes it nice and quiet on the street! Once there was a fight between a bunch of street youths, but I don't think they were from the neighbourhood. Because I hardly ever see people hanging around on the street, which I also like. My room is practically on the pavement and I never have any trouble with anyone. I also come from a village and was a bit afraid of the city's hustle and bustle, but it's not like that at all, so that's really great.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery safe and also mixed in terms of people. Supermarket and the city centre are a 5-minute walk or bike ride away. Although there are trees, there is more nature than in other places, but still not enough.
Auto-translated to English by AIArranges everything quickly, there are many people from your delivery time
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice quiet neighbourhood to live in. Here and there some green spaces and playgrounds for children. There's a large supermarket in the area with a shopping centre around it that also has a chemist etc. There are 2 schools in the area, one of which has a less strong reputation, which already limits the choice. The area is easily accessible by car and bike, although the Zuilense ring sometimes gets congested. The bus connection is less good; the 55 goes past the area and the 4 goes through the area. Unfortunately, the 4 is not a reliable bus and if it doesn't come, you can wait half an hour for the next one. Sometimes there is still some rubbish on the street, especially around De Gaard. The large waste containers there really look a mess and have a lot of rubbish lying next to them. My neighbours are friendly. The area is quiet yet still in the city; within 10 minutes by bike you're in the city centre and within a few minutes by car you're on the motorway.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is cosy, but there is also some nuisance from the Salvation Army hostel.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Noordoost
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €641,507 | €618,620 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,760 | – |
| Rent price | €1,948 p/m | €1,962 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
Experiences from Utrecht
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 AIStatistics for Utrecht
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €598,623 | €549,294 |
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| Sale per m² | €6,519 | – |
| Rent price | €1,895 p/m | €1,859 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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