A bright apartment in Vechtzoom-noord
This apartment on Mexicodreef 249 sits in the Vechtzoom-noord, Klopvaart neighbourhood of Utrecht, a part of the Overvecht district. The home is a gallery flat on the fourth floor, built in 1984, and offers a free view over the residential area. With an asking price of €325,000, the price is 31% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €470,538, which the agent describes as keen. For context, apartments in Utrecht in general vary widely in price depending on size and location.
The home itself
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is 68 m² according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing, with a volume of 230 m³. There is a balcony, and the home has double glazing and a central heating boiler. The property is held under municipal ground lease, with the annual fee permanently bought off, so there is no ongoing lease payment. The homeowners' association fee is €188.60 per month.
Life in Vechtzoom-noord, Klopvaart
Residents here give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.48, based on three reviews. One resident describes it as a "quiet green neighbourhood," noting the greenery, good daily amenities, and that they know their neighbours. Another says, "Things could be better, like installing cameras so we can see who dumps rubbish, but we also have an app so I have nothing to complain about; we help each other when we can." A third resident mentions that while they feel comfortable at home, there is quite a lot of litter that stays everywhere. The neighbourhood has around 3,280 inhabitants, and about 35% of the homes are owner-occupied. For more details, see the Vechtzoom-noord, Klopvaart neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, with the Lidl a ten-minute walk away. For primary education, Obs Overvecht is a couple of streets away, and there are several special education schools nearby. The nearest GP is Gezondheidscentrum De Brug, Huisartsenpraktijk S. Alikhil, about a ten-minute walk, and Apotheek Gagelhof is a bit closer. Bus stop Utrecht, Klopvaart is on your doorstep, served by lines 1, 3, N20 and Flex, and Utrecht Zuilen train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Utrecht offers a wide range of amenities across the city.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for 2025 is €315,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 3% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 66%, from €190,000 to €315,000. As for address-level risks, the road traffic noise is 62 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settlement. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, and heat stress is currently low but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Kraaijkamp Makelaars and Kraaijkamp Makelaars on Funda.
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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 Mexicodreef 249, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €325,000 is 3% above the WOZ value of €315,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also 31% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €470,538, according to the agent's listing.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 68 m², and the volume is 230 m³. There is a balcony, and the home is on the fourth floor of a gallery flat. The property is held under municipal ground lease, with the annual fee permanently bought off.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect relatively moderate energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The home has double glazing, which helps with insulation. The exact monthly costs will depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The homeowners' association fee is €188.60 per month. This fee typically covers the maintenance of common areas, the building's exterior, and sometimes collective services. The exact coverage depends on the association's budget and regulations, which are not detailed in the listing.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data. However, the soil type is peat, which is sensitive to settlement. This is an area-level indication based on open data, not an inspection of this specific home. The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is medium, and heat stress is currently low but medium by 2050.
What public transport options are nearby?
The bus stop Utrecht, Klopvaart is on your doorstep, served by lines 1, 3, N20 and Flex. Other nearby stops include Utrecht, Nebraskadreef with line 1, and Utrecht, Daelwijck with lines 122 and Flex. The nearest train station is Utrecht Zuilen, about 2.4 km away.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, and the Lidl is about 750 m away. For primary education, Obs Overvecht is about 550 m away, and there are several special education schools nearby. The nearest GP is Gezondheidscentrum De Brug, Huisartsenpraktijk S. Alikhil, about 1.6 km away, and Apotheek Gagelhof is about 1.2 km away.
How do residents rate the neighbourhood?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.48, based on three reviews. One resident calls it a "quiet green neighbourhood" with good daily amenities and enough parking. Another mentions that while they feel comfortable at home, there is quite a lot of litter. A third appreciates the community spirit, saying neighbours help each other when they can.
