A canal-side home in the heart of Utrecht
This upper-floor apartment sits on the Oudegracht, one of Utrecht's most iconic canals, in the Springweg en omgeving Geertebuurt area of the Binnenstad district. The setting is described by the agent as being on the water and right in the centre, which means the city's historic heart is effectively on your doorstep. The asking price of €495,000 is 41% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €844,000, a figure that is precomputed against the local market. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €6,835, while this home is listed at €7,984 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. If you are considering apartments in Utrecht, this one stands out for its canal-side position and central location.
The apartment itself
Built in 1913, this apartment is a classic bovenwoning, located on the third floor. According to the agent, it has two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is listed as 62 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 66 square metres; both figures are given here without further comment. The home has a balcony, a central heating boiler, and is offered in full ownership. There is a homeowners' association fee of €131 per month. The energy label is C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs, though the label itself does not say anything about the construction.
Life in Springweg en omgeving Geertebuurt
Residents of the Binnenstad district, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 7.54, based on nine reviews. One resident notes that the Nieuwegracht, a nearby canal, is a quiet and clean side of the centre, with a park and a large meadow across the water, though they add that some walking paths have a lot of cigarette butts. Another resident, living on the Singel, says the streets behind it are very quiet and peaceful, partly because there are few amenities there, but they also mention that the quiet streets can feel a bit scary at night, especially the stretch from the central station. A third resident appreciates how walkable the area is to everything in the city centre, despite the noise. These reviews reflect the district as a whole, not just this specific street. The neighbourhood itself has around 1,970 inhabitants, with a high share of single-person households at 68%. For more on the area, see the Springweg en omgeving Geertebuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
The Albert Heijn supermarket is just around the corner, with a Jumbo and a Coop a couple of streets away. For primary education, the Agatha Snellenschool is a five-minute walk, and the Utrechts Stedelijk Gymnasium for secondary education is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk De Greev, about a ten-minute walk, while the pharmacy Apotheek Boswijk is on your doorstep. For public transport, bus line 2 stops at Utrecht, Centraal Museum, just around the corner, and the nearest train station is Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn, a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Utrecht offers all the amenities you would expect from a major city, and you can read more about the municipality of Utrecht for a broader picture.
WOZ value and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property in the data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. As for address-level risk indications, these are area-level data, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, which is common for buildings constructed before 1970, and in this postcode area 94% of properties were built before that year. The climate risk indications show an elevated risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, a low risk of flooding from rivers or the sea now and in 2050, and a medium heat stress level now and in 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including SLEEPING BEAUTIES and SLEEPING BEAUTIES.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Oudegracht 387A, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €495,000 is 41% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €844,000. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €6,835, while this home is listed at €7,984 per square metre based on the agent's floor area of 62 square metres. These figures are precomputed from the local housing market data and give a sense of where this property sits relative to others currently on the market.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is a bovenwoning on the third floor with two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 62 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 66 square metres. There is a balcony, and the home is in full ownership. The volume is 187 cubic metres, and the property is heated by a central heating boiler.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
No WOZ value is stated in the data for this property. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not available here. Without it, no comparison between the WOZ value and the asking price can be made.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The address-level risk data indicate that road traffic noise is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 36 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at this specific home. The noise levels reflect the general environment around the Oudegracht.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The property was built in 1913, and in this postcode area 94% of buildings were constructed before 1970. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 18% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of paalrot, a form of foundation decay. This information comes from public risk data.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 76 metres, which is essentially on your doorstep. A Jumbo is at 168 metres, and a Coop is at 468 metres. There are also other options within a short walk, including another Albert Heijn at 729 metres and a PLUS at 758 metres. With 68 supermarkets within five kilometres, you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
How is the public transport in this area?
Bus line 2 stops at Utrecht, Centraal Museum, just 155 metres away, and also at Utrecht, Hoogh Boulandt and Utrecht, Tolsteegbrug, both within 180 metres. The nearest train station is Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn, at 550 metres, which is about a ten-minute walk. This gives you good options for getting around the city and beyond, without needing a car.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Residents of the Binnenstad district, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 7.54 out of 10, based on nine reviews. One resident mentions the quiet and clean Nieuwegracht with a park across the water, while another notes that the streets behind the Singel are peaceful but can feel scary at night. A third resident appreciates the walkability to the city centre. These reviews reflect the district as a whole.
What schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school is the Agatha Snellenschool at 172 metres, which is just around the corner. For secondary education, the Utrechts Stedelijk Gymnasium is at 740 metres, about a ten-minute walk. There are also other primary schools within a short distance, including odbs Puntenburg at 789 metres and KBS Stepping Stones at 854 metres. With 130 schools within five kilometres, there are many options for families.
Is there a risk of flooding at this address?
The climate risk data indicate that the risk of pluvial flooding, which occurs during heavy rain, is elevated. The risk of flooding from rivers or the sea is low, both currently and in 2050. Heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an assessment of this specific property. The information comes from the Klimaateffectatlas.
