Prinses Margrietstraat 44BS
Schaakbuurt en omgeving, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodA quiet apartment in Utrecht's Schaakbuurt
This apartment on Prinses Margrietstraat sits in a peaceful corner of Utrecht, where the streets are lined with post-war buildings and the atmosphere is calm. At €450,000, the asking price is exactly in line with the median in the neighbourhood, making it a fair proposition. Compared to other apartments in Utrecht, it offers a solid entry point into the city's owner-occupied market.
The Schaakbuurt en omgeving neighbourhood
Based on one review, the neighbourhood scores an 8 out of 10. One resident calls it "the nicest neighbourhood Utrecht" and describes it as "very quiet, nice community, close to grocery shops and such, and diversity." The area is densely populated, with a mix of families and singles, and most homes were built between 1945 and 1970. It's a place where you know your neighbours and can walk to daily essentials. For more context, see the Schaakbuurt en omgeving neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Your morning routine could start with a short walk to Christelijke Basisschool De Piramide or Prinses Margrietschool, both just around the corner. For groceries, Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, and Boni is a five-minute walk. The neighbourhood also has a park or garden just a couple of streets away, perfect for a weekend stroll. All this falls within the municipality of Utrecht, which offers extensive amenities.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Ludenhoff makelaars & taxateurs o.g. Utrecht. The energy label is D, which is less efficient than most homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood, so expect higher energy costs.
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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 Prinses Margrietstraat 44BS, Utrecht
Is €450,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €450,000 matches the median sale price in the Schaakbuurt en omgeving neighbourhood, where the average price per square metre is €5,496. Given that the apartment is 77 m², the price is in line with the local market. However, the energy label D is less efficient than most homes in the area, which may affect running costs.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D, which is an official registration from EP-Online. Label D is in the middle of the scale, meaning the home is not particularly efficient. In this neighbourhood, most homes for sale have a better label (A or B), so you can expect higher heating costs compared to those.
How is the neighbourhood for daily life?
Residents describe the Schaakbuurt as very quiet with a nice community and diversity. It's close to grocery shops and other amenities. The area has a mix of families and singles, and most homes were built between 1945 and 1970. The urbanity level is very strong, with a high address density, so everything you need is nearby.
What schools are near this apartment?
There are several primary schools within walking distance. Christelijke Basisschool De Piramide is 134 metres away, Prinses Margrietschool is 171 metres, and KBS Ludger is 265 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 2 km away.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, just 235 metres away, so you can pop out for bread and milk in a couple of minutes. Boni is also close at 472 metres. There are several other options within a kilometre.
What is the public transport like?
The nearest train station is 2.3 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle.
How many homes are for sale in the neighbourhood?
Currently, there are 13 homes for sale in the Schaakbuurt en omgeving neighbourhood. The median price is €450,000, with prices ranging from €350,000 to €775,000. Apartments like this one are common, as 44% of homes are owner-occupied.
Experiences from Schaakbuurt en omgeving
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Very quiet, nice community, close to grocery shops and such, and diversity
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €487,000 | €450,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,496 | – |
| Rent price | €1,790 p/m | €2,150 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
Experiences from Noordwest
How residents experience their district
I'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 AIJust nice and stuff
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is getting greener and more beautiful! But there is still room for improvement (and that will happen in 2025/2026). The municipality could pay a bit more attention to litter. Although it's also just busy because of the many tourists and students due to the location. In terms of layout, it's nice, good and friendly neighbours! Good social control. No matter when you go out on the street, it always feels safe. There are a few (primary) schools in the neighbourhood and many shops for your daily groceries. Vredenburg is a 10-minute walk, if you want something different. As for housing, I can't say much, houses sell quickly and there is always some rental supply, but just like in the rest of Utrecht, it's all quickly taken. It's an old neighbourhood, so not much can be built/created in terms of living space.
Auto-translated to English by AII always feel safe in this neighbourhood, perhaps because it's close to the police station. It's a 10-minute walk from the centre, which is great. No noise at night. I do really miss greenery in the area. I also notice that misplaced rubbish or litter is not cleaned up quickly; that could be improved.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is divided into 2 between the original residents and the new ones, this is clearly noticeable with houses being pelted with eggs and fireworks and the police do nothing.
Auto-translated to English by AIPoorly maintained public spaces
Auto-translated to English by AII think it's a nice neighbourhood. Even though it's so close to the centre, I experience little nuisance. Supermarkets within walking distance, well accessible by public transport and quiet but not boring. Close to the police station so they often drive by but in principle nothing ever happens here. There is no greenery here, I miss that, a small park or something would be nice.
Auto-translated to English by AIvery nice!
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €490,502 | €468,201 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,256 | – |
| Rent price | €1,808 p/m | €1,775 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 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.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €598,623 | €549,294 |
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| 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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