Het Zand-West, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Pablo Picassostraat 77 sits in Het Zand-West, a quiet residential part of Leidsche Rijn. Built in 2018, it has an efficient A energy label and is offered for €550,000. That asking price is a bit above the median of €495,000 for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood, so it's on the high side. For context, there are 11 apartments and houses on the market here, and the average price per square metre is €5,829. You can compare it with other apartments in Utrecht.
The agent describes this as a portiekflat on the first floor, with three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 87 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 86 m². The home has a patio/atrium garden accessible via the back, and the property is freehold. It's fully insulated, heated by district heating with partial underfloor heating, and the homeowners' association fee is €109 per month.
Residents of the Leidsche Rijn district give it an average score of 7.67 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One resident says: 'Leuke 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.' Another adds: 'Heerlijk rustige buurt op slechts 20 minuten afstand van het centrum van Utrecht. Park Hoge Weide, scholen, supermarkten en sportvoorzieningen zijn om de hoek.' The neighbourhood itself has about 6,920 residents, with a mix of families and singles. For more details, have a look at the Het Zand-West neighbourhood.
Daily errands are a breeze: the nearest supermarket, Albert Heijn, is just around the corner, and Aldi and Vomar are a couple of streets away. Primary schools like De Ridderhof and Waterrijk are a ten-minute walk. The GP, Julius Gezondheidscentra Terwijde, is a five-minute walk, and the pharmacy is a ten-minute walk. Bus stop Utrecht, Parkzichtlaan with line 11 is on your doorstep, and Utrecht Terwijde train station is a ten-minute walk. The wider area offers plenty of parks, sports clubs and a cinema, all within the municipality of Utrecht. As for address-level risks: the noise from road traffic is 58 dB Lden and from railway traffic 61 dB Lden, both above the norm; aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk (current and 2050) is low. Heat stress is currently low but expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Brecheisen Makelaars Leidsche Rijn B.V. on Funda.
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About Pablo Picassostraat 77, Utrecht
The asking price is €550,000. In Het Zand-West, the median price for homes currently for sale is €495,000, and the average price per square metre is €5,829. This apartment is priced above the median, so it's on the high side. There are 11 properties for sale in the neighbourhood, ranging from €389,000 to €975,000.
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. It is located on the first floor and has a total volume of 325 m³. The living area is 87 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 86 m².
Yes, the apartment has a patio/atrium garden that is accessible via the back. The garden orientation is south. The home is situated in a quiet residential area, next to a park.
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. The home was built in 2018 and is fully insulated, with district heating and partial underfloor heating. In the neighbourhood, 64.7% of homes have label A+ and 29.4% have label A, so this is in line with the area.
Therefore, no comparison with the asking price or historical development can be made.
Address-level data indicates that road traffic noise is 58 dB Lden and railway noise is 61 dB Lden, both above the norm. Aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, below the norm. These are area-level indications, not a measurement inside the home.
The foundation risk indication for the address is low. However, the soil type is clay, which is sensitive to settlement. This is an area-level indication and not an inspection of this specific home.
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, about 890 metres away, followed by Aldi and Vomar within about a kilometre. Primary schools include De Ridderhof (640 m) and Waterrijk (912 m). There are also several other schools within walking distance.
The nearest bus stop is Utrecht, Parkzichtlaan, just 223 metres away, with bus line 11. The nearest train station is Utrecht Terwijde, about 689 metres away, a ten-minute walk.
Residents of the Leidsche Rijn district give it an average score of 7.67 out of 10. One resident says it's a 'leuke gemixte buurt' with all amenities close by, while another describes it as a 'heerlijk rustige buurt' with parks, schools and shops nearby. However, one review mentions a decline in recent years due to some residents not integrating.
Yes, the homeowners' association fee is €109 per month. The property is freehold, so you own the land.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €668,111 | €625,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,788 | – |
| Rent price | €1,915 p/m | €1,837 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €17 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Leuke 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 neighbourhood is going downhill because there are people who don't integrate, throw rubbish down. I've lived here for 12 years, always with great pleasure, but the last 3 years it's been going downhill, a shame.
Auto-translated to English by AIParkwijk zuid is a nice little post-war neighbourhood near everything in Utrecht. But there are a few downsides.
Auto-translated to English by AIA wonderful environment to live in. Everything is within walking distance: shops, station, parks. Beautiful cycle paths and very good public transport. Little nuisance. City feel, yet a quiet environment. Primary school across the street and 3 secondary schools less than 10 minutes away by bike. I am privileged to live here, in a new-build apartment.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in this neighbourhood for 18 years. I feel safe. I can have a chat with the neighbours. You can play outside safely. There's also plenty of space to play outside. Many different people live here, which makes the neighbourhood cosier and livelier. The city is nearby. And in and around the neighbourhood itself there are many amenities. They are all easily accessible, whether by car, bike, public transport or on foot. And there are many different types of houses in my neighbourhood so there is something for everyone. There are many schools in the area. Secondary and primary. Not all schools are equally good, but there are plenty of options. The neighbourhood is generally quite clean, there isn't a lot of litter. However, you have to watch out for dog poo, which isn't always pleasant. One point for improvement I could mention is that apart from gardens, there is little greenery/nature. I find that a shame.
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Auto-translated to English by AII organise many activities for the neighbours such as a neighbourhood market, bingo evening and kickboxing clinic
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €774,010 | €710,285 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,136 | – |
| Rent price | €1,918 p/m | €1,858 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €20 p/m | – |
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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €598,623 | €549,294 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,519 | – |
| Rent price | €1,895 p/m | €1,859 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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