P.C. Borstraat 1A
Tuinwijk-West, Utrecht
AreaA 1930s apartment with character in Utrecht
This apartment on P.C. Borstraat 1A sits in Tuinwijk-West, a pre-war neighbourhood in the Noordoost district of Utrecht. Built in 1930, the home carries an energy label D. With a price of €575,000, the asking price sits 45% above the average asking price of €396,500 for apartments in Utrecht, which puts it on the high side compared to the local market.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this apartment spans three floors with four rooms, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area is listed at 86 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 90 m². The home has a rear garden and is located on the first living floor. It is freehold ownership, with an HOA fee of €150 per month. The agent notes partial double glazing and a central heating boiler. The property sits along a busy road, a quiet road and within a residential area.
Life in Tuinwijk-West
Tuinwijk-West is a compact neighbourhood with 2,315 residents, where more than half of households are single-person. The area has a very strong urban character, with an address density of 5,773 per square kilometre. Residents of the Noordoost district give an average score of 6.79 based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Living so close to Griftpark was great fun to grow up in, and there are also often neighbourhood parties that make it all a lot closer." Another describes it as a "Village in the City", noting that "people look at you, say hello, children play in the street, and there's a lot of greenery." A third review is far more critical, mentioning poorly maintained streets and noise nuisance. The neighbourhood recorded 64 crimes in the latest figures. For more context, see the Tuinwijk-West neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a Jumbo a couple of streets away. Basisschool Dr. Bosschool is a five-minute walk, and Basisschool Cleophas Jenaplan-School is also within walking distance. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Tuindorp Utrecht, is a ten-minute walk, while Van den Bergh's Apotheek Utrecht is just around the corner. Bus stops at Willem van Noortplein (line 1) and Juliusstraat (lines 30 and N20) are both within a couple of streets. Utrecht Overvecht station is a ten-minute walk. These are just some of the facilities available in the municipality of Utrecht.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is €481,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 20% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 38%, from €348,000 to €481,000. As for address-level risk data, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. Road traffic noise is measured at 62 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise remain below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, with 3% of properties in this postcode area showing an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, and the current flood risk is elevated, though by 2050 this is expected to be low. Heat stress is medium both now and in 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Maijer Makelaars, Funda and Vastgoed Nederland.
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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 P.C. Borstraat 1A, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €575,000 is 20% above the WOZ value of €481,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 38%, from €348,000 to €481,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has four rooms, three bedrooms and two bathrooms spread over three floors. The living area is listed at 86 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 90 m². The home includes a rear garden and is located on the first living floor.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has energy label D. This means you can expect moderate energy costs, though the exact amount depends on your usage and energy prices. The agent notes that the home has partial double glazing and a central heating boiler. The energy label is a general indication, not a guarantee of actual consumption.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 62 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 figures come from public data at address level and are indications for the area, not measurements inside the home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. The home was built in 1930, before 1970, and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 3% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
An Albert Heijn is just around the corner at about 286 metres, and a Jumbo is a couple of streets away at roughly 583 metres. A second Albert Heijn is about a ten-minute walk at 966 metres. In total, there are 67 supermarkets within five kilometres of this address.
Which schools are close to this home?
Basisschool Dr. Bosschool is about 345 metres away, a five-minute walk. Basisschool Cleophas Jenaplan-School is at 539 metres, and De Regenboog at 597 metres. All three are primary schools. There are 129 schools within five kilometres of this address.
What public transport options are available?
Bus stops are close by: Utrecht, Willem van Noortplein at 232 metres serves line 1, and Utrecht, Juliusstraat at 327 metres serves lines 30 and N20. Utrecht Overvecht train station is 703 metres away, about a ten-minute walk. The nearest bus stop is on your doorstep.
How does the price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €575,000 is 45% above the average asking price of €396,500 for homes currently for sale in Tuinwijk-West. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €6,019, while this home is listed at €6,686 per square metre based on the agent's floor area.
What do residents say about the area?
Residents of the Noordoost district give an average score of 6.79 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One resident praises the proximity to Griftpark and neighbourhood parties, while another describes it as a "Village in the City" with greenery and children playing in the street. A third review is critical, mentioning poorly maintained streets and noise nuisance.
