Oudegracht 5G
Wijk C, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodA historic apartment on the Oudegracht
Living on one of Utrecht's most iconic canals means you're right in the heart of the city. This apartment on the Oudegracht is a piece of history, built in 1450, and offers 62 m² of living space. The asking price of €395,000 is in line with the market, especially when you consider that the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €6,103. For context, apartments in Utrecht have a wide price range, and this one sits comfortably within it.
The Wijk C neighbourhood
Wijk C is the historic core of Utrecht, and it shows. With an address density of 6,460 addresses per km², it's one of the most urban areas in the country. The neighbourhood is home to 1,390 residents, mostly singles (705 one-person households) and young adults (650 aged 25-45). 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." That's based on one review, but it captures the essence of the Wijk C neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Your daily routine here is wonderfully compact. For groceries, you have an Albert Heijn just around the corner and another a couple of streets away. There are also several primary schools within a five-minute walk, including Montessori Kind Centrum LEF and Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek. For secondary education, School aan de Singel is a ten-minute walk away. The train station is 1.6 km away, so a pleasant walk or short cycle. The municipality of Utrecht offers all the amenities you'd expect from a major city.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Grifhorst Makelaardij. The energy label is F, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher heating costs. This is something to be aware of, especially since most other homes for sale in the neighbourhood have better labels.
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About Oudegracht 5G, Utrecht
Is €395,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €395,000 is exactly the median price for homes currently for sale in Wijk C, where the median is also €395,000. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €6,103, and this apartment works out at about €6,371 per m², which is slightly above average but still within a reasonable range given its unique location on the Oudegracht.
What is the energy label F and what does it mean?
The energy label is F, which is the second-lowest rating on the scale. This means the home is not very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively high energy costs for heating and electricity. It's an official registration from EP-Online. In the neighbourhood, only 7.7% of homes for sale have a label of D or lower, so this is less efficient than most.
How noisy is it living on the Oudegracht?
The Oudegracht is a central canal in Utrecht's historic centre, so it can be lively. One resident of Wijk C mentioned that noise is a con of living so close to the city centre, but they love the walkability. The neighbourhood has a high urbanity level (1 out of 5), meaning it's very urban, so expect city sounds.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of safety?
The CBS data records 624 total crimes in the neighbourhood, but without a per-capita comparison or context, it's hard to judge. The neighbourhood is very central and busy, which can bring both vibrancy and occasional issues. It's best to visit at different times to get a feel for the area.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 233 metres, just around the corner. There's another Albert Heijn at 295 metres and an AH to go at 465 metres. For daily shopping, you're well covered within a five-minute walk.
Are there good schools nearby?
Yes, there are several primary schools within walking distance: Montessori Kind Centrum LEF at 329 metres, Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek at 360 metres, and KBS De Pijlstaart at 478 metres. For secondary education, School aan de Singel is at 657 metres. All are within a ten-minute walk.
What is the public transport like?
The train station is 1.6 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. The neighbourhood is very central, so many amenities are within walking distance.
Experiences from Wijk C
How residents experience their neighbourhood
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.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Wijk C
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €345,800 | €375,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,868 | – |
| Rent price | €1,943 p/m | €1,843 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €38 p/m | – |
Experiences from Binnenstad
How residents experience their district
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 AII live on the Singel, which is quite busy with traffic, but the streets behind it (between the Singel and the railway) are actually very quiet and peaceful. This is also because there are few amenities in this part. However, you can easily reach all necessary shops on foot. Due to the few cafés in these streets, there is little sense of community. The quiet streets behind the house can sometimes be scary when you have to walk through them at night. Especially the stretch from the central station to home passes dark parks and offices that are empty in the evening. Living on the Singel, apart from the traffic, is very nice because you can (run) along the Singel in the greenery straight away. Hygiene is fine. The bins are not often too full.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving 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.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in the Zeven Steegjes all my life and really enjoy it here
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here my whole life and have always enjoyed it.
Auto-translated to English by AIIn terms of amenities it's wonderful to live in the centre, but it's also very busy and not accessible by car. Public transport is excellent. I never feel comfortable walking alone late at night because of all the homeless people and creepy individuals. There should be much more green space in the centre for my liking. It could be so much better. We do have a very nice green courtyard at the apartment complex.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice area to live in. The location is pleasant, but it's the centre so there's almost always noise pollution. Of course that's to be expected. However, the surroundings aren't very hygienic. In the courtyard where we live, there are many restaurants that dump their waste in the alleys. That's a shame.
Auto-translated to English by AIStreet full of shops and cosiness. Nice and bustling sometimes also noisy but that's not the residents' fault haha
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Binnenstad
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €919,732 | €650,143 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €10,885 | – |
| Rent price | €2,018 p/m | €1,964 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €28 p/m | – |
Experiences from Utrecht
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 AIStatistics for Utrecht
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €640,625 | €540,387 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,345 | – |
| Rent price | €1,909 p/m | €1,887 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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