A 1913 apartment in the Watervogelbuurt
This apartment on Pelikaanstraat sits in the Watervogelbuurt, a residential pocket of Utrecht Oost where life moves at a comfortable pace. The asking price of €525,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €568,789. The home is one of the apartments in Utrecht currently on the market.
Inside the home
Built in 1913, this apartment has four rooms, two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with a volume of 286 cubic metres. The agent lists the living area at 90 m², while the BAG registration records 60 m². The energy label is C, which means moderate energy costs can be expected.
The Watervogelbuurt
Residents of the district of Oost give their surroundings an average score of 7.71, based on thirteen reviews. One resident describes a "rustige woonwijk" that is within walking distance of the city, with a mix of families, couples and singles. Another resident notes the neighbourhood is considered safe, has an active community, and is well maintained, with green spaces such as Wilhelminapark nearby. A third resident mentions that cleanliness, parking and safety could be better. The neighbourhood counts 2,260 inhabitants, and 63% of households are single-person. For more context, see the Watervogelbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The Coop supermarket is on your doorstep, with a Jumbo a couple of streets away and an Albert Heijn a five-minute walk. The Agatha Snellenschool for primary education is a five-minute walk, and the Utrechts Stedelijk Gymnasium for secondary education is a ten-minute walk. Huisartsenpraktijk De Greev and Apotheek Buijs are both a couple of streets away. Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn station is just around the corner, and the tram and bus stop at Station Vaartsche Rijn is on your doorstep, served by lines 8, 9, 20, 21, 29, 47, N4 and 341. The municipality of Utrecht offers a wide range of services and connections.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data. According to area-level risk indications, road traffic noise is 54 dB Lden and railway noise is 64 dB Lden, both above the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970 and the postcode area has a high share of pre-1970 buildings. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, current flood risk is elevated, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing the home is offered only via Willems & Steinvoort Makelaars.
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About Pelikaanstraat 1, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €525,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €568,789. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed living area of 90 m², is €5,833, which is 13% below the neighbourhood average of €6,685 per m². This comparison is precomputed from the available market data.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has four rooms, two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with a volume of 286 cubic metres. The living area is listed at 90 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 60 m². The home was built in 1913 and has an energy label C.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for property tax, and it is not included in this listing. Without this figure, a comparison with the asking price cannot be made.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Area-level risk data indicate road traffic noise of 54 dB Lden and railway noise of 64 dB Lden, both above the noise standard. These figures come from public data at the address level and are indications for the area, not measurements taken at this specific home. The reference years are 2022 for road traffic and 2023 for railway noise.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Coop is just 78 metres away, making it the closest supermarket. A Jumbo is 361 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is 493 metres away. All are within a short walk, so daily groceries are easily accessible without needing a car.
How is the public transport connection?
Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn train station is 61 metres away, and the tram and bus stop at Station Vaartsche Rijn is 86 metres away, served by lines 8, 9, 20, 21, 29, 47, N4 and 341. Additional bus stops at Tolsteegplantsoen and Tolsteegbrug are within 360 metres. This gives direct access to multiple transport options.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district of Oost give an average score of 7.71, based on thirteen reviews. One resident describes a quiet residential area within walking distance of the city, with a mix of household types. Another notes the neighbourhood is considered safe and well maintained, with good schools and green spaces. A third mentions that cleanliness and parking could be better.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the building being constructed before 1970, specifically in 1913, and the postcode area having a high share of pre-1970 buildings. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 2% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this home.
