Transwijk-Noord, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis 2022-built apartment on Oranje Vrijbuiterskade sits in the lively Transwijk-Noord neighbourhood of Utrecht. With an energy label A, it's an efficient home to run. At €1,700 per month, the rent is in line with the average for apartments in Utrecht.
The Transwijk-Noord neighbourhood is a mix of young professionals and families, with many single-person households. Residents give it an average score of 8.26 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Good and cosy, going well, contact with fellow residents friendly and attentive." Another notes: "A pleasant, easily accessible neighbourhood with many amenities, close to the centre. Great!" A third adds: "It's a good neighbourhood to live in with a large shopping centre a 5-minute walk away... There is greenery everywhere and there is a park nearby where you can enjoy a lovely walk in the evening."
For daily shopping, you have a PLUS supermarket just around the corner, with a Coop and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. For schools, Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter is on your doorstep, and Basisschool Anne Frank is a five-minute walk. The city centre is easily reached by tram, and the train station is 2.4 km away. The municipality of Utrecht offers a wide range of amenities.
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About Oranje Vrijbuiterskade 88, Utrecht
The rent of €1,700 is slightly above the average of €1,638 for rentals in Transwijk-Noord, but below the median of €1,730. Given the modern build and energy label A, it sits in line with the market.
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label. This means you can expect relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient homes. The label is an official registration and does not say anything about the condition of the building.
The nearest supermarket is a PLUS at 445 metres, which is just around the corner. A Coop is at 509 metres and an Albert Heijn at 540 metres, so daily shopping is very convenient.
Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter is at 315 metres, and Basisschool Anne Frank is at 622 metres. For secondary education, Descart is at 668 metres. Several other primary and secondary schools are within a short distance.
The neighbourhood has bus stops everywhere and a tram runs through it, making the city centre easily accessible. The train station is 2.4 km away, so you can reach other cities by train as well.
Residents rate Transwijk-Noord 8.26 out of 10. They mention it's quiet, easily accessible, and has many amenities. There are plenty of playgrounds and a park nearby. Some note that the streets can be dirty at times, but residents often clean them voluntarily.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Going well, contact with fellow residents friendly and attentive
Auto-translated to English by AIA pleasant, easily accessible neighbourhood with many amenities, close to the centre. Great!
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a good neighbourhood to live in with a large shopping centre a 5-minute walk away, two smaller ones on either side of the large shopping centre, and then the city centre is 5-6 minutes away by tram. There is a secondary school (Unic), a public primary school (Anne Frank School) and an international primary school in the area. There is also a sports club nearby where children can join for tennis, hockey, football, gymnastics, baseball, etc. There are bus stops everywhere and a tram runs through the neighbourhood, making it easily accessible. There are plenty of playgrounds, although they could do with a bit of sprucing up. It's a fairly quiet neighbourhood and I've never really had any trouble with people. There is little to no unrest in the area and there is also a police station close by. The streets can be dirty now and then, but there are always people from the neighbourhood who voluntarily keep them clean themselves. Sometimes the rubbish can sit by the bins a bit too long. There is greenery everywhere and there is a park nearby where you can enjoy a lovely walk in the evening. The only thing missing is a clear sense of community in the neighbourhood, but they are trying to create more togetherness with the neighbourhood drinks that are held, the community centre and the regular meetings.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a neighbourhood with plenty of facilities; there's a primary school and 2 secondary schools nearby, a shopping centre, a park, a gym. It's also easily accessible and close to the city. There's a tram, at least 3 or 4 different buses. Surrounded by greenery. Trees and plants are planted everywhere, and they are maintained by some residents. Benches to sit on. Actually a nice neighbourhood all around. Only more could be done about community togetherness. You don't really know your neighbours and there are hardly any meetings or such. Additionally, it could be a bit cleaner in the neighbourhood. Sometimes it can also be quite noisy with the youngsters walking through the neighbourhood but not doing much else. Overall, quite a pleasant neighbourhood.
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| Sale price | €440,140 | €350,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,112 | – |
| Rent price | €1,638 p/m | €1,730 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €21 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
The houses are going to the immigrant community and status holders AZC. Neighbourhood is getting dirtier, stinks, neighbourhood no longer has neighbour contacts, everyone just does their own thing.
Auto-translated to English by AIGoing well, contact with fellow residents friendly and attentive
Auto-translated to English by AIDon't dare to go outside in the evenings anymore
Auto-translated to English by AISuch a beautiful neighbourhood and it keeps getting more beautiful, especially with the improvements to the Jutfaseweg.
Auto-translated to English by AIA pleasant, easily accessible neighbourhood with many amenities, close to the centre. Great!
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the moment the neighbourhood is not very safe. Drugs are traded on the car park, laughing gas is also used, cartridges lie on the car park. Then the rubbish bins... are emptied poorly, everyone dumps bulky waste next to them... So yes, the neighbourhood is going downhill fast! Enforcement is hard to find, as is the police.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a good neighbourhood to live in with a large shopping centre a 5-minute walk away, two smaller ones on either side of the large shopping centre, and then the city centre is 5-6 minutes away by tram. There is a secondary school (Unic), a public primary school (Anne Frank School) and an international primary school in the area. There is also a sports club nearby where children can join for tennis, hockey, football, gymnastics, baseball, etc. There are bus stops everywhere and a tram runs through the neighbourhood, making it easily accessible. There are plenty of playgrounds, although they could do with a bit of sprucing up. It's a fairly quiet neighbourhood and I've never really had any trouble with people. There is little to no unrest in the area and there is also a police station close by. The streets can be dirty now and then, but there are always people from the neighbourhood who voluntarily keep them clean themselves. Sometimes the rubbish can sit by the bins a bit too long. There is greenery everywhere and there is a park nearby where you can enjoy a lovely walk in the evening. The only thing missing is a clear sense of community in the neighbourhood, but they are trying to create more togetherness with the neighbourhood drinks that are held, the community centre and the regular meetings.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's always safe during the day, but walking the streets at night in the dark is impossible as a woman. Also often seen police chases near shopping centre Nova. Housing is good. More and nicer greenery would improve the neighbourhood. As would making it car-free and banning mopeds.
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| Sale price | €536,349 | €461,655 |
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| Sale per m² | €6,708 | – |
| Rent price | €1,813 p/m | €1,787 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
De Nieuwegracht is een rustige en schone kant van het centrum van Utrecht. Aan de overkant ligt een mooi park en een grote weide. Hier is het over het algemeen rustig, soms helaas niet heel schoon. Op de wandelpaden liggen op sommige plekken erg veel sigaretten. De buurt is erg goed bereikbaar op de fiets en te voet. De auto is niet aan te raden, hoewel de Nieuwegracht in vergelijking met de Oudegracht en Twijnstraat veel makkelijker is voor auto's.
Auto-translated to English by AILeuke gemixte buurt waar mensen oog voor elkaar hebben en het rustig wonen is. Het grootste voordeel is dat alle voorzieningen dichtbij zijn zoals Leidsche Rijn centrum, winkelcentrum parkwijk, bushalte, treinstation, scholen, sportclubs, parken, bioscoop en horeca.
Auto-translated to English by AIHeerlijk rustige buurt op slechts 20 minuten afstand van het centrum van Utrecht. Park Hoge Weide, scholen, supermarkten en sportvoorzieningen zijn om de hoek.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighborhood is considered safe, has an active and engaged community, and is well maintained. Neighborhood relations are good. Residents have access to quality housing, reputable schools, and attractive green spaces such as Wilhelminapark, Oosterspoorbaan and Minstroom. The centre is within reach, and Oost offers a nice number of shops.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy, student-like, park on the doorstep, where people sit when the weather is nice. Pub in the neighbourhood, shopping centre within walking distance and Kanaalstraat nearby.
Auto-translated to English by AILunetten zuid is a fairly extensive area, but there are common characteristics: There is little traffic on the streets, even the ring road is relatively quiet. Many houses are situated around a shared green space with some play facilities. This quickly creates a bond with the neighbours. Because Lunetten is separated from the city by a park and forts, which are part of the UNESCO heritage, it has some village-like features. If you value your privacy and don't like contact, then Leidsche rijn is more likely a place where you'll feel at home. Lunetten is not a place of high fences, but rather has a scent of granola with a hint of wokeness. If you feel at home with that, you are very welcome, but if you are not willing to do something for the neighbourhood or your neighbours, there are plenty of other places where you will feel at home.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in Zuilen for 26 years and still consider it one of the best neighbourhoods in Utrecht. With shops, schools, buses and the train station all nearby, everything is within reach. And with the beautiful Julianapark just around the corner, the area also has a lovely place to relax. As far as I'm concerned, an absolute top location.
Auto-translated to English by AIEspecially great that there are so many nice shops in the area. The walks to the Muntkade and Park Oog en Al also often make my day. The house I live in is old and hasn't been properly maintained by the landlord for a long time.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €591,873 | €537,519 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,530 | – |
| Rent price | €1,927 p/m | €1,903 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
Oranje Vrijbuiterskade 88, Utrecht
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