A waterside apartment in the heart of Utrecht
This apartment on Nicolaas Beetsstraat sits right on the water in the middle of Utrecht, in the Hooch Boulandt neighbourhood. The setting is described by the agent as being on the water and in the centre, which means the city's canals and historic streets are essentially on your doorstep. The asking price of €439,000 is 20% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €551,731. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €7,943, and this home is priced at €8,283 per square metre according to the agent's listing. If you are looking at apartments in Utrecht, this one sits at the lower end of the price range for the area.
A compact, efficient home
Built in 1956, this apartment is a portiekflat, a classic Dutch walk-up, and it sits on the first living floor. The home has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 53 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 51 square metres, a small difference between the two sources. The home has double glazing and is heated by district heating, and it is sold as full ownership. There is a homeowners' association fee of €120 per month. The energy label is A, which is an efficient label, so energy costs should be relatively manageable.
Life in Hooch Boulandt
Hooch Boulandt is a small neighbourhood within the Binnenstad district, and it is a place where the city centre is always close. Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.54, based on nine reviews. One resident says: "The Nieuwegracht is a quiet and clean side of the centre of Utrecht. Across the water lies a beautiful park and a large meadow." Another resident notes: "Living so close to the city centre has pros and cons. The main con is noise. But we love how walkable this neighbourhood is to everything in the city centre." The neighbourhood has around 2,050 residents, and a large share of them, 64%, live alone. The housing stock is mostly owner-occupied, at 61%. For more on the area, see the Hooch Boulandt neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn, just around the corner, with a SPAR and a Jumbo a couple of streets away. For primary education, odbs Puntenburg is a five-minute walk, and the Agatha Snellenschool is also close. The nearest pharmacy, Apotheek Boswijk, is just around the corner, while the nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk De Greev, is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, the bus stop Utrecht, Nicolaas Beetsstraat is on your doorstep, served by bus line 2. Utrecht Centraal station is a ten-minute walk away. The wider municipality of Utrecht is well served by these connections.
WOZ and address data
There is no WOZ value available for this property, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. The address does have some risk indications, which are area-level data rather than an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 64 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard, based on 2022 data. Noise from rail, air and industry traffic is below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, partly because the building dates from before 1970, and in this postcode area 71% of properties were built before that year. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 4% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Lauteslager Makelaars and Lauteslager Makelaars on Funda.
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About Nicolaas Beetsstraat 2-1, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €439,000 is 20% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €551,731. The median asking price in the area is €492,000, and prices range from €395,000 to €1,190,000. The price per square metre is €8,283 according to the agent, while the neighbourhood average is €7,943 per square metre. The living area is 53 square metres according to the agent, which is 26% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 72 square metres.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 53 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 51 square metres. The home is a portiekflat, a classic walk-up apartment, and it is located on the first living floor. The volume of the home is 138 cubic metres. The agent describes the setting as being on the water and in the centre.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The home has double glazing and is heated by district heating. The energy label is based on the official registration, and the insulation features are as described by the agent. No specific energy cost figures are available in the listing.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The building was constructed in 1956, before 1970, and in this postcode area 71% of properties were built before that year. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 4% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What is the noise situation around this home?
The noise level from road traffic is 64 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard, based on 2022 data. Noise from rail traffic is 36 dB Lden, from air traffic 40 dB Lden, and from industry 45 dB Lden, all below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements at this specific address. Residents of the district mention noise as a consideration, but also note the quiet streets behind the main roads.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn, about 421 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. A SPAR is 538 metres away, and a Jumbo is 543 metres away. A PLUS is 621 metres away, and another Albert Heijn is 634 metres away. All of these are within a ten-minute walk, making daily grocery shopping convenient.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school is odbs Puntenburg, about 414 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. The Agatha Snellenschool is 537 metres away, and Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter is 750 metres away. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1.2 kilometres away. There are also several other primary schools within a short distance.
How is the public transport from this address?
The nearest bus stop is Utrecht, Nicolaas Beetsstraat, just 80 metres away, served by bus line 2. Another stop, Utrecht, Hoogh Boulandt, is 262 metres away, also on line 2. Utrecht Centraal train station is 729 metres away, about a ten-minute walk. This gives good access to both local and national transport options.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give an average score of 7.54, based on nine reviews. One resident says: "The Nieuwegracht is a quiet and clean side of the centre of Utrecht. Across the water lies a beautiful park and a large meadow." Another notes: "Living so close to the city centre has pros and cons. The main con is noise. But we love how walkable this neighbourhood is to everything in the city centre." The reviews reflect a mix of appreciation for the location and some concerns about noise and cleanliness.
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, there is a homeowners' association fee of €120 per month. This is a common arrangement for apartments in the Netherlands, and the fee typically covers shared maintenance and insurance. The home is sold as full ownership, meaning you own the property outright.
