A calm apartment in Parkwijk-Zuid
This apartment on Melissekade sits in a quiet, green corner of Parkwijk-Zuid, a neighbourhood where people look out for each other. With 101 m² of living space and an A energy label, it is an efficient home in a well-established part of Utrecht. The last known rent of €1,720 was on the high side compared with the average of €1,639 for rentals in the neighbourhood, but the floor area was also above the local average. For context, apartments in Utrecht generally command a premium in the city's rental market. This home has not been online since 5 October 2026.
The neighbourhood
Parkwijk-Zuid is a mixed, post-war neighbourhood with a strong sense of community. One resident describes it as "a nice little post-war neighbourhood near everything in Utrecht," while another highlights that "all amenities are close by, such as Leidsche Rijn centre, Parkwijk shopping centre, bus stop, train station, schools, sports clubs, parks, cinema and catering." A third review notes it is a "lovely quiet neighbourhood with lots of green, with shops, schools and other amenities within short distance." Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores 6.44 out of 10. The area is home to many families, with a mix of ages and household types, and the Parkwijk-Zuid neighbourhood has a dense, urban feel.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from here. The Lidl is on your doorstep, and the Jumbo is just around the corner, so bread and groceries are never far. For schools, Al Amana Leidsche Rijn is on your doorstep, and obs De Klimroos is a five-minute walk away, while Leidsche Rijn College for secondary education is a couple of streets away. The park is just around the corner, and the train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Utrecht offers a wide range of amenities within easy reach.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Melissekade 47, Utrecht
Was €1,720 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,720 was above the average of €1,639 and the median of €1,634 for rentals in Parkwijk-Zuid. However, this apartment has 101 m², which is larger than the average rental of 109 m² in the neighbourhood. The price per square metre worked out to about €17, compared with the neighbourhood average of €15.28, so you were paying a premium for the extra space.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale. The label is an official registration from EP-Online and reflects the building's energy characteristics at the time of assessment.
How far is the train station from this apartment?
The nearest train station is 1.6 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to Utrecht city centre or further afield. The neighbourhood reviews also mention the train station as a nearby amenity, along with bus stops and the Leidsche Rijn centre.
What are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
The Lidl is just 127 metres away, and the Jumbo is 236 metres away, so daily shopping is very convenient. For schools, Al Amana Leidsche Rijn is 127 metres away, obs De Klimroos is 360 metres away, and Leidsche Rijn College for secondary education is 549 metres away. All are within a short walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents describe Parkwijk-Zuid as a quiet, green neighbourhood with a mixed community. One review highlights that "all amenities are close by," including the centre, shops, schools and parks. Another notes it is a "lovely quiet neighbourhood with lots of green." The average review score is 6.44 out of 10, based on two reviews, with one resident also mentioning some downsides.
How many rentals are available in the neighbourhood?
There were at the time 11 rentals available in Parkwijk-Zuid, with prices ranging from €1,542 to €1,761. The average rental price was €1,639, and the average floor area was 109 m². This apartment at €1,720 was at the upper end of the range, but it also offered a larger-than-average floor area.
