Wijk C, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis rental apartment on the Oudegracht sits right in the heart of Utrecht's historic canal district. The 79 m² home has an A+++ energy label, so heating costs will be low. At €2,295 per month, the rent is 30% above the neighbourhood average of €1,766, on the high side, but you are paying for a prime spot and top efficiency. For context, the average rent for apartments in Utrecht sits at €30 per m².
Wijk C is the historic core, packed with cafés, shops and canals. One resident sums it up: "Living so close to the city centre has pros and cons. Main con is noise. But we love how walkable this neighborhood is to everything in the city centre. We can't imagine living the same lifestyle if we live further away." The neighbourhood has a very high density (6,460 addresses per km²) and is mostly young adults, 650 residents are between 25 and 45. Most households are single-person (705 out of 1,390 residents). This is a lively, urban area, not a quiet family suburb. Read more about the neighbourhood Wijk C.
For groceries, you have three Albert Heijn branches within a five-minute walk, the closest is just around the corner. There are several primary schools a couple of streets away, including Montessori Kind Centrum LEF and Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek. A secondary school is also within a ten-minute walk. The central station is a ten-minute walk away, and the city's restaurants and bars are on your doorstep. The municipality Utrecht offers everything you need without a car.
At the time of writing the home is listed only.
Details of this home
Oudegracht 33J, Utrecht
Very good · 1 resident
Living so close to the city centre has pros and cons. Main con is noise. But we love how walkable this neighborhood is to everything in the city centre. We can't imagine living the same lifestyle if we live further away.
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About Oudegracht 33J, Utrecht
The rent is 30% above the neighbourhood average of €1,766, so it is on the high side. However, the apartment has an A+++ energy label, which keeps utility costs low, and it is located on the Oudegracht in the city centre. The average rent per m² in the neighbourhood is €30, and this home works out at €29 per m², so it is actually slightly below that benchmark.
The energy label is A+++, the highest possible rating. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, so you can expect low heating and electricity bills. The property was built in 1908 but has been upgraded to modern standards.
The listing does not state the number of rooms. The floor area is 79 m², which typically accommodates a living room, a separate kitchen, one or two bedrooms, and a bathroom. You would need to check the floor plan with the agent.
The listing does not mention whether the apartment is furnished or unfurnished. You would need to confirm this with the agent.
One resident notes that the main con of living so close to the city centre is noise. However, they love the walkability and lifestyle. The area is very dense and lively, with many young adults and singles. If you value peace and quiet, this may not be the best fit.
Utrecht Centraal station is 1.6 km away, about a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride. The apartment is well-connected for commuting.
Yes, there are three Albert Heijn supermarkets within 300 metres, so you can do your daily shopping on foot. An AH to go is also within 500 metres.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Wijk C
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