Zamenhofdreef en omgeving, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Olivierdreef feels fresh and efficient, with an A energy label and a 2021 build. It sits in the Zamenhofdreef area of Overvecht, a neighbourhood that's well-connected and green. At €1,425 per month, the rent is in line with the market, similar apartments in Utrecht average €1,401.
The Zamenhofdreef en omgeving neighbourhood has a mixed reputation, but residents appreciate its greenery and convenience. One resident says: "This 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." Another notes: "Overvecht is dirty, messy, noisy; sometimes it looks like a motorsport field with how they race at night." Based on two reviews, the area clearly divides opinion. The neighbourhood is densely populated, with mostly flats and a young demographic.
For daily shopping, the AH XL is on your doorstep, with Hoogvliet and Lidl just around the corner. Primary schools like Al Amana Zuilen are a five-minute walk away, and secondary schools such as Trajectum College are also within walking distance. The neighbourhood has plenty of green spaces and a park just a couple of streets away. The municipality of Utrecht provides good public transport links, with a bus to the city centre in about 10 minutes.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via vb&t Verhuurmakelaars.
Details of this home
Olivierdreef 61, 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 Olivierdreef 61, Utrecht
Yes, it's in line with the market. The average rent for apartments in this neighbourhood is €1,401, and the median is €1,435. At 76 m², the price per square metre is about €18.75, which is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €19.89 per m².
Properties in this neighbourhood are rented out in an average of 20 days, which indicates a fast-moving market. So if you're interested, it's worth acting promptly.
The apartment has an A energy label, which means it's very energy-efficient. You can expect low heating and electricity costs compared to older homes.
The nearest train station is 2.3 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bus ride.
The neighbourhood has a mix of young adults and families. About 44% of households are single-person, and 12% are households with children. Reviews mention both positive aspects like greenery and convenience, and negatives like noise and safety concerns.
Yes, several. The AH XL is just 146 metres away, Hoogvliet is 201 metres, and Lidl is 205 metres. All are within a few minutes' walk.
Secondary schools like Trajectum College (479 m) and Pouwer College (493 m) are within walking distance. Primary schools include Al Amana Zuilen (649 m) and Basisschool Cleophas Jenaplan-School (693 m).
Residents have mixed views. One says safety is not great due to loitering youths and fast cars, while another says it's not as bad as its reputation. The total number of crimes reported in the area is 435, but without context it's hard to compare.
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