A modern apartment in Transwijk-Noord
This apartment on the Oranje Vrijbuiterslaan is part of a recent development, built in 2021, and comes with an A energy label, so it is very efficient to run. At €1,132 per month, the rent sits well below the neighbourhood average of €2,234, which makes it a keen option for a compact home. For context, apartments in Utrecht in this price range are not common, so this one stands out.
The Transwijk-Noord neighbourhood
The Transwijk-Noord neighbourhood is a mixed area with a large share of single-person households and a younger population, many between 25 and 45. Residents give it a solid 8.26 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "A pleasant, easily accessible neighbourhood with many amenities, close to the centre. Great!" Another notes: "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." The reviews mention a fairly quiet atmosphere with little unrest, though some point out that streets can be dirty at times and that a sense of community is still developing.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, the PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn and a Coop a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter, is a five-minute walk, and there are several other schools within a short stroll, including a secondary school. The tram runs through the neighbourhood, and the city centre is a short ride away. The municipality of Utrecht offers a wide range of amenities, and the train station is about 2.4 km from the home.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed via NMG vastgoed kantoor Rijssen and one other channel.
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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.
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About Oranje Vrijbuiterslaan 55, Utrecht
Is €1,132 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,132 is 49% below the neighbourhood average of €2,234, but the floor area of 49 m² is also 43% smaller than the average of 86 m². So the price reflects the compact size. Compared with other rentals in Transwijk-Noord, which range from €1,600 to €2,950, this is at the lower end, making it a relatively affordable option in the area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient category. This means the home is likely to have low energy costs, as it meets modern efficiency standards.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is a PLUS, located about 412 metres away, which is roughly a five-minute walk. There are also an Albert Heijn and a Coop within about 570 metres, so you have several options for daily groceries without needing to travel far.
What schools are near this apartment?
The nearest primary school is Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter, about 287 metres away, a short walk. Basisschool Anne Frank is about 596 metres away, and there is a secondary school, Descart, at about 621 metres. Several other schools are within a kilometre, so there are plenty of choices for families.
How is the public transport in this area?
The neighbourhood has a tram line running through it, and there are bus stops throughout, making it easy to get around. The city centre is about 5-6 minutes away by tram, according to a resident review. The train station is about 2.4 km away, so you can also reach other cities by rail.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Residents describe Transwijk-Noord as a fairly quiet and safe area, with a large shopping centre nearby and plenty of playgrounds and green spaces. One review mentions a park nearby for evening walks. The main downside noted is that streets can be dirty at times, and there is a limited sense of community, though efforts are being made to improve that.
