Leidseweg 53
Leidseweg en omgeving, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodA classic apartment on a leafy street
This apartment on Leidseweg sits in a lively part of Utrecht, where the city hums and the greenery of Wilhelminapark is just a couple of streets away. Built in 1910, it has the high ceilings and character you'd expect from that era. At 80 m², it offers a decent amount of space for a city home. The asking price of €325,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average, but that reflects the sought-after location. For context, apartments in Utrecht tend to command a premium.
Leidseweg en omgeving
The Leidseweg en omgeving neighbourhood is a compact, urban area with a mix of students, young professionals and families. It's densely populated, over 4,200 addresses per km², so there's always something going on. The area has a young feel: most residents are between 25 and 45, and many live alone. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture here is based purely on statistics. The streets are lined with shops and cafés, and the vibe is energetic rather than sleepy.
Daily life on Leidseweg
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and MCD and SPAR are equally close. A five-minute walk gets you to AH to go or Aldi. Families have several primary schools nearby, including Kindercampus Molenpark (a couple of streets away) and Christelijke Jenaplanschool De Brug (a ten-minute walk). For secondary education, Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht is just around the corner. The area is well served by restaurants and a library, and the train station is a 1.7 km walk, about 20 minutes. The municipality of Utrecht keeps the city well connected.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Punt Makelaars Utrecht. The energy label is G, the least efficient label, so expect high heating costs. The listing is current as of now.
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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 Leidseweg 53, Utrecht
Is €325,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €325,000 is on the high side compared to the average for apartments in the Leidseweg en omgeving neighbourhood. However, the location is popular and the property has a classic 1910 character with high ceilings. The energy label G means higher running costs, which may affect the overall value. It's worth comparing with similar apartments in the area.
What does energy label G mean for this home?
Energy label G is the least efficient label on the scale. It means the home's energy performance is low, so you can expect relatively high heating and electricity costs. The label is an official registration from EP-Online and does not necessarily indicate poor insulation, it could be due to the heating system or ventilation. No specific details about the building's condition are provided in the listing.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
There are several supermarkets within a short walk. Albert Heijn is about 394 metres away, MCD is 396 metres, and SPAR is 424 metres. AH to go is 560 metres, and Aldi is 637 metres. So daily groceries are very convenient.
What schools are near Leidseweg 53?
Several schools are within walking distance. For primary education, Kindercampus Molenpark is 159 metres away, Christelijke Jenaplanschool De Brug is 672 metres, and odbs Puntenburg is 910 metres. For secondary education, Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht is just 173 metres from the apartment.
How far is the train station?
The distance to the nearest train station is 1.7 km, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle ride. The listing does not specify which station, but Utrecht has several central stations.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Leidseweg en omgeving is a very urban neighbourhood with a high address density of over 4,200 per km². It has a young population, mostly between 25 and 45, and many single-person households. There are plenty of shops, restaurants and a park nearby. The area feels lively and well-connected.
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Experiences from West
How residents experience their district
Cosy, 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 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 AIIt's a reasonably quiet neighbourhood. But there is absolutely no social contact.
Auto-translated to English by AIMy experience in the neighbourhood used to be very good. It was fun and cosy. Now there are some people living there who make it a lot less cosy and cause unjustified nuisance. You are wrongly accused and the police are called immediately. Personally, I don't think it's a safe neighbourhood, cars also drive very fast and there are many children who are careless with scooters or fatbikes.
Auto-translated to English by AII quite like it there
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is restless and there is often rubbish on the street. And by restless I mean that in November fireworks go off at night and people often hang around on the street until late. There is a snack bar and several shops in the area. However, there is a lot of hassle, for example with the sewerage that needs to be repaired. When residents report this, it sometimes takes months before anything is done about it, and even then it is not done properly. More police are also needed in the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AII have good experience in this neighbourhood, people are respectful, it's a nice place to live
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a beautiful neighbourhood with well-maintained houses and gardens, but there is little contact between residents. Although the surroundings are inviting and tidy, you hardly see people on the street and there is little interaction. Everyone seems to go their own way, which makes the neighbourhood, despite its beauty, a bit lonely.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for West
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €636,607 | €613,679 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,851 | – |
| Rent price | €1,739 p/m | €1,589 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 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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