Hooch Boulandt, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Nicolaas Beetsstraat sits in a surprisingly peaceful pocket of Utrecht's bustling centre. The streets between the Singel and the railway are calm and quiet, yet the city's energy is just a short walk away. At €439,000, the price is 16% below the neighbourhood average of €525,455, which makes it a keen option for a buyer looking for a foothold in this sought-after area. For context, the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €7,162, and this home's 51 m² is smaller than the local average of 76 m². See more apartments in Utrecht for comparison.
Hooch Boulandt is a small neighbourhood tucked between the Singel and the railway line. One resident describes it as "a quiet part of a busy neighbourhood", noting that the streets behind the Singel are very peaceful. The same resident mentions that while there are few cafés and little sense of community in this part, all necessary shops are easily reached on foot. The area is mostly residential, with a mix of singles and couples, 43% of households are one-person, and only 5% have children. The neighbourhood has a strong urban feel (address density 5,333 per km²), but the quiet streets offer a retreat from the bustle. Learn more about the Hooch Boulandt neighbourhood.
For your daily shopping, the nearest Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a SPAR and Jumbo a couple of streets away. Primary schools are also within easy reach: odbs Puntenburg is a five-minute walk, and the Agatha Snellenschool is just beyond that. The area is well served by public transport, with Utrecht Centraal station a ten-minute walk away. The Singel park is on your doorstep for a morning run or evening stroll. Explore more about the municipality of Utrecht.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Lauteslager Makelaars.
Details of this home
Nicolaas Beetsstraat 2-1, Utrecht
Good · 1 resident
I live on the Singel, which is quite busy with traffic, but the streets behind it (between the Singel and the railway) are actually very quiet and peaceful. This is also because there are few amenities in this part. However, you can easily reach all necessary shops on foot. Due to the few cafés in these streets, there is little sense of community. The quiet streets behind the house can sometimes be scary when you have to walk through them at night. Especially the stretch from the central station to home passes dark parks and offices that are empty in the evening. Living on the Singel, apart from the traffic, is very nice because you can (run) along the Singel in the greenery straight away. Hygiene is fine. The bins are not often too full.
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About Nicolaas Beetsstraat 2-1, Utrecht
The asking price of €439,000 is 16% below the average asking price in Hooch Boulandt (€525,455). However, the apartment is also smaller than average (51 m² vs 76 m²). The price per m² works out to about €8,608, which is above the neighbourhood average of €7,162 per m². So while the total price is lower than many homes in the area, you are paying a premium per square metre.
The energy label is A, which is the second-highest rating. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs. In the neighbourhood, 57.6% of homes have label A, so this apartment is in line with the local standard.
One resident mentions that the quiet streets behind the Singel can feel scary at night, especially the walk from the central station through dark parks and empty offices. However, the total number of crimes recorded in the neighbourhood is 137, which is moderate for a central urban area. Overall, the area is considered safe during the day, but it's something to be aware of after dark.
Utrecht Centraal station is 1 km away, about a ten-minute walk. From there you have trains to all major Dutch cities. The high address density (5,333 per km²) indicates a very walkable neighbourhood.
Yes, the nearest Albert Heijn is 421 m away, just around the corner. A SPAR and Jumbo are within 550 m, and a PLUS is 621 m away. So daily groceries are easily done on foot. For a wider selection, the city centre is a short walk.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: odbs Puntenburg (414 m), Agatha Snellenschool (537 m), and Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter (750 m). Secondary schools are about 1.2 km away. The neighbourhood has few children (only 5% of households), so schools are not a dominant feature.
The floor area is 51 m², which typically accommodates one or two bedrooms, but you would need to check the layout with the agent.
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