A calm start on the Naxosdreef
This apartment on the Naxosdreef sits in a part of Utrecht where the streets are lined with greenery and the pace feels relaxed. With 91 m² of floor space and an energy label A, it is a comfortable and efficient home. At €2,000 per month, the rent is 28% above the neighbourhood average of €1,560, so it sits on the high side for the area. For context, apartments in Utrecht typically vary in price, and this one asks a premium.
The Zamenhofdreef en omgeving neighbourhood
The Zamenhofdreef en omgeving neighbourhood has a mixed reputation, and the two reviews reflect that. One resident says: "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." Another is more positive: "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." Based on two reviews, the picture is split. The area has a lot of greenery, small parks, and playgrounds, but also issues with fast cars and late-night loitering.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, the Lidl is just around the corner, with the AH XL a couple of streets away and the Hoogvliet a short walk further. The shopping centre nearby has most essentials together, so a quick errand is easy. For families, the basisschool Joannes XXIII is a five-minute walk, and the Pouwer College for secondary education is just as close. The train station is 2.4 km away, which is a manageable distance for a commute. The municipality of Utrecht offers a broad range of amenities, and this street benefits from that reach.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed only via Guntenaar Wonen Bemiddeling en advies.
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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 Naxosdreef 99, Utrecht
Is €2,000 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is 28% above the neighbourhood average of €1,560, which puts it on the high side for the area. The apartment has 91 m² and an energy label A, which are efficient and spacious features. Whether it is fair depends on what you value, but the price is clearly above what most rentals in this neighbourhood ask.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label. This means the home is registered as very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low heating costs compared to less efficient labels. The label is an official registration and does not say anything about the condition of the building itself.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The Lidl is 248 metres away, just around the corner. The AH XL is 290 metres, and the Hoogvliet is 349 metres, so all three are within a short walk. For a bigger shop, the Dirk is 789 metres and the Jumbo is 903 metres, which is still a reasonable distance.
What schools are nearby?
The basisschool Joannes XXIII is 490 metres away, a five-minute walk for primary education. For secondary education, the Pouwer College is 321 metres, and Ithaka, internationale schakelklassen is also 321 metres. There are also special education options like SBO St. Maarten at 434 metres.
How is the neighbourhood for safety and noise?
Reviews are mixed. One resident mentions noise from racing cars at night, rats, and loitering youths, while another says the area is quieter than its reputation suggests, with many families and elderly people. The neighbourhood has greenery and parks, but also issues with fast driving and late-night activity.
What is the public transport connection like?
The train station is 2.4 km away, which is a manageable distance by bike or bus. One resident notes that the city centre is reachable in 10 minutes by bus, and the motorway is quickly accessible by car.
