Zamenhofdreef en omgeving, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Naxosdreef sits in the Overvecht district of Utrecht, a neighbourhood with a mixed reputation. At 91 m², it's a good size for a rental home, and with an A energy label it's efficient too. The rent of €1,925 is 37% above the neighbourhood average of €1,401, so it's on the high side, but you're getting more space than typical for the area. For context, apartments in Utrecht vary widely in price and size.
The Zamenhofdreef en omgeving neighbourhood has a bit of a reputation, but residents say it's not as bad as some think. One resident describes it as "Well-connected, green environment," noting that "there are many families with children and elderly people, which makes it a lot quieter." Another is less positive, calling it "Terrible" and mentioning "dirty, messy, noisy" streets and safety concerns. Based on two reviews, it's a mixed picture: the area has greenery and convenience, but also some issues with noise and loitering. The neighbourhood is densely populated, with mostly flats and a young demographic.
For daily shopping, you have a Lidl just around the corner, an AH XL a couple of streets away, and a Hoogvliet also within a five-minute walk. Schools are close too: Pouwer College and Ithaka secondary schools are a five-minute walk, and basisschool Joannes XXIII is about the same distance. The area is well-connected by bus to the city centre, and the municipality of Utrecht offers plenty of amenities within easy reach.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Mark Renkema Makelaardij B.V.
Details of this home
Naxosdreef 85, Utrecht
Satisfactory · 2 residents
Overvecht is dirty, messy, noisy; sometimes it looks like a motorsport field with how they race at night. Rats run across you, it stinks outside, and there are many loitering youths, so safety is not great. Top and hygiene are terrible.
Auto-translated to English by AIThis neighbourhood has a bit of a reputation as the unsafe neighbourhood of Utrecht, together with Kanaleneiland. But that's not too bad. There are many families with children and elderly people, which makes it a lot quieter. The shopping centre has all the necessary shops together and is within walking distance. Additionally, this neighbourhood is well-connected: you can be in the city centre in 10 minutes by bus, and you can quickly get onto the motorway by car. This neighbourhood also has a lot of greenery, small parks, benches, a football field, playgrounds, etc. So this neighbourhood has many positive aspects. But, of course, there are also some negative aspects, such as cars driving too fast, which sometimes creates very dangerous situations, and the number of loitering youths who are often outside until late in the evening.
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About Naxosdreef 85, Utrecht
The rent of €1,925 is 37% above the neighbourhood average of €1,401, but the apartment is also 26% larger than the typical rental in the area (91 m² vs 72 m²). With an A energy label, running costs should be low. Whether it's fair depends on how much you value the extra space and efficiency.
Residents have mixed views. One says it's "not too bad" and that there are many families, making it quieter. Another mentions "loitering youths" and safety concerns. The total number of crimes reported in the neighbourhood is 435, which is relatively high, but many residents appreciate the greenery and convenience.
There are several supermarkets within walking distance: Lidl at 279 m, AH XL at 306 m, and Hoogvliet at 326 m. For schools, Pouwer College and Ithaka secondary schools are about 400 m away, and basisschool Joannes XXIII is 490 m. The shopping centre has all necessary shops.
The nearest train station is 2.3 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bus ride. The neighbourhood is well-connected by bus to the city centre, which takes about 10 minutes.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the home is well-insulated and heating costs should be relatively low. It's a positive feature for a 1966 building.
Rental properties in this neighbourhood are typically rented out within 20 days on average, which indicates a fairly active market. The current listing has been available through multiple channels, so it's worth acting promptly if interested.
The listing does not state whether the apartment is furnished or unfurnished.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Zamenhofdreef en omgeving
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