A quiet spot in Utrecht's northwest
This apartment sits on a quiet road in a residential area of Utrecht's northwest, in the Prins Bernhardplein en omgeving neighbourhood. It is a portiekflat on the second floor, built in 1957, with an energy label C. The asking price of €425,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €463,444, according to the precomputed comparison. For context, apartments in Utrecht are listed across a range of prices.
The home itself
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over one floor. The living area is 84 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 74 m². The home is heated by a central heating boiler. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €13,500, which is unusually high and worth noting.
Life in Prins Bernhardplein en omgeving
Residents of the district of Noordwest, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 7.32 out of 10, based on 15 reviews. One resident, who has lived in Zuilen for 26 years, calls it "one of the best neighbourhoods in Utrecht," praising the nearby shops, schools, buses, and the Julianapark. Another resident notes the area is "getting greener and more beautiful," though they mention litter and the bustle from tourists and students. A third resident simply says it's "fine." The neighbourhood has about 3,245 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. For more detail, see the Prins Bernhardplein en omgeving neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Boni supermarket is on your doorstep, with another Boni and an Albert Heijn just around the corner. De Kleine Vliegenier primary school is a couple of streets away, and the nearest GP and pharmacy are both just around the corner. Bus line 120 stops at Utrecht, Prins Bernhardplein, a couple of streets away, and Utrecht Zuilen train station is a ten-minute walk. The wider area, the municipality of Utrecht, offers plenty more.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €422,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 1% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 96%, from €215,000 to €422,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail, air, and industrial noise are all below their norms. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on area-level data: the home was built in 1957 on clay soil, and the groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and current flood risk is elevated, though it is expected to be low by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Domvast Makelaars.
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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 plesmanlaan 54-1, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €425,000 is 1% above the WOZ value of €422,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €463,444, according to the precomputed comparison.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on one floor. It is a portiekflat on the second floor. The living area is 84 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 74 m². The home is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association fee is €13,500. This is a significant amount, so it is worth factoring into your monthly costs. The fee is stated in the listing, and it covers the costs of the shared parts of the building.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1957 on clay soil, and the groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase the risk for wooden foundations. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Rail, air, and industrial noise are all below their respective norms. These figures come from public data on the address level, and they are indications for the area, not measurements inside the home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Boni, just 219 metres away, so on your doorstep. Another Boni is 590 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is 619 metres away. There are also a Lidl and another Albert Heijn within about 1.5 kilometres.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
De Kleine Vliegenier primary school is just 104 metres away, so a couple of streets away. Openbare basisschool De Cirkel is 417 metres away, and there are several other primary schools within a short walk. The nearest secondary school is 1.4 kilometres away.
How is the public transport from here?
Bus line 120 stops at Utrecht, Prins Bernhardplein, 218 metres away. There are also Flex bus stops at Jacob van Campenstraat and Gezondheidsc. De Brug, both within 300 metres. Utrecht Zuilen train station is 1.5 kilometres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Residents of the district of Noordwest give their living environment an average score of 7.32 out of 10, based on 15 reviews. One resident praises the nearby shops, schools, and the Julianapark, while another notes the area is getting greener but mentions litter. The neighbourhood has about 3,245 inhabitants.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is C. This means the home is not among the most efficient, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The label is a general indication of energy performance, not a statement about the condition of the building.
