A fifth-floor flat in Kanaleneiland-Noord
This apartment sits on the fifth floor of a 1960s block on the Marshalllaan, in the Kanaleneiland-Noord neighbourhood of Utrecht. The area is lively and diverse, with a mix of older and newer housing. The asking price of €339,000 is in line with the market, compared to the neighbourhood average asking price of €353,463. For context, apartments in Utrecht in this price range vary widely in size and condition.
Inside the home
The flat has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 86 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 78 m². The home has a balcony, and the agent mentions roof insulation, double glazing and wall insulation. Heating is via a boiler. The property is held under municipal ground lease, with the annual fee permanently bought off. The homeowners' association fee is €158.51 per month.
Life in Kanaleneiland-Noord
Residents of the wider district give their living environment an average score of 7.36, based on twelve reviews. One resident says: "Going well, contact with fellow residents friendly and attentive." Another is less positive: "Don't dare to go outside in the evenings anymore." The reviews reflect a mixed picture, with some praising the cosiness and others concerned about changes in the area. The neighbourhood has about 8,500 inhabitants, and a large share of households are single-person. For more on the area, see the Kanaleneiland-Noord neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and the Jumbo is just around the corner. For primary education, De Kaleidoskoop is a couple of streets away, and the Lukasschool is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Gezondheidscentrum Kanaleneiland, Huisartsenpraktijk Danhof, and the pharmacy Apotheek Kanaleneiland is just around the corner. The bus stop Utrecht, Kanaleneiland, with lines 10, 19, 29, 90, N7, 102, 184, 195, 307 and 395, is on your doorstep. Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn station is about a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Utrecht offers a wide range of services and connections, as described on the municipality of Utrecht.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property in the data. The address-level risk indications from public sources (Atlas Leefomgeving, KCAF, Klimaateffectatlas) are area-level, not an inspection of this home. Road traffic noise is 54 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while railway noise is 22 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, with the note that the building dates from 1960 on clay soil, possibly with wooden piles or a shallow foundation. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, current flood risk is elevated, and by 2050 flood risk is low. Heat stress is currently low, rising to medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Molenbeek and other listings. The agent is Molenbeek.
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About Marshalllaan 396, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to other apartments in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €339,000 is in line with the market, according to a comparison with the neighbourhood average asking price of €353,463. The price per square metre, based on the agent's floor area of 78 m², is €4,346, which is about 4% below the neighbourhood average of €4,526 per m². The median asking price in the area is also €339,000, so this flat sits right at the middle of the market.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total: two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 86 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 78 m². There is a balcony, and the property is on the fifth floor. The volume is 258 m³. The agent mentions roof insulation, double glazing and wall insulation, and heating is via a boiler.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs compared to more efficient homes. The agent does mention roof insulation, double glazing and wall insulation, which may help with keeping the home warm. However, the label itself does not guarantee a specific level of insulation, so it is worth considering the actual features when estimating monthly bills.
What is the ground lease situation for this property?
The property is held under municipal ground lease, with the annual fee permanently bought off. This means the ground lease has been settled in advance, so there is no recurring annual payment to the municipality for the land. This is a common arrangement for apartments in Utrecht, and it can affect the overall cost of ownership compared to freehold properties.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The homeowners' association fee is €158.51 per month. This fee typically covers the maintenance of common areas, the building's exterior, and sometimes insurance or a reserve fund. The exact coverage depends on the association's budget and regulations, which are not detailed in the listing. It is a fixed monthly cost to factor into your budget.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public address-level data, road traffic noise is 54 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 22 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken inside the home. The actual noise you experience may depend on the building's insulation and the position of the rooms.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on public data. The building dates from 1960 and sits on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The KCAF attention area notes that 25% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. 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 that pluvial flooding risk (from heavy rain) is medium, and current flood risk from rivers or sea is elevated. By 2050, the flood risk is projected to be low. Heat stress is currently low, but is expected to rise to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on the Klimaateffectatlas, not a property-specific assessment.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
The Albert Heijn is about 233 metres away, and the Jumbo is 264 metres away, so both are within a short walk. For schools, De Kaleidoskoop is 259 metres away, and the Lukasschool is 412 metres away, both primary schools. There are also several other primary schools within 500 metres, including KBS De Zeven Gaven and De Olijfboom.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Utrecht, Kanaleneiland, about 108 metres away, with lines 10, 19, 29, 90, N7, 102, 184, 195, 307 and 395. There are also stops at Trumanlaan and Marshalllaan, both with line 7. The nearest train station is Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn, about 2.2 km away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk or a short bus ride.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider district give their living environment an average score of 7.36, based on twelve reviews. One resident says: "Going well, contact with fellow residents friendly and attentive." Another says: "Don't dare to go outside in the evenings anymore." The reviews are mixed, with some praising the community and others expressing concerns about safety and cleanliness. The district-level score may not reflect this specific street.
