A modern apartment in Overvecht
This is a bright, modern apartment on Reinoutdreef, built in 2021 and finished to a high standard. The home sits in the Zamenhofdreef en omgeving neighbourhood, part of the Overvecht district in Utrecht. With 81 m² of living space and an A energy label, it is efficient to run. At €1,510 per month, the rent is about 10% below the neighbourhood average of €1,672, so it is keenly priced. For context, apartments in Utrecht typically command a premium.
The Zamenhofdreef en omgeving neighbourhood
The Zamenhofdreef en omgeving neighbourhood has a mixed reputation, and the two resident reviews reflect that. One resident says: "Overvecht is dirty, messy, noisy; sometimes it looks like a motorsport field with how they race at night. Rats run across you, it stinks outside, and there are many loitering youths, so safety is not great." Another resident offers a more balanced view: "This neighbourhood has a bit of a reputation as the unsafe neighbourhood of Utrecht, together with Kanaleneiland. But that's not too bad. There are many families with children and elderly people, which makes it a lot quieter. The shopping centre has all the necessary shops together and is within walking distance." Based on two reviews, the picture is mixed. The neighbourhood is home to many single-person households, and the average household size is small.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, the AH XL is just around the corner, with Hoogvliet and Lidl a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Al Amana Zuilen, is a five-minute walk, and Basisschool Cleophas Jenaplan-School is a ten-minute walk. For secondary education, Trajectum College and Pouwer College are both within a short walk. The train station is 2.4 km away, and the municipality of Utrecht offers a wide range of amenities.
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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 Reinoutdreef 80, Utrecht
Is €1,510 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is €1,510 per month, which is about 10% below the average rent of €1,672 for rental homes in the Zamenhofdreef en omgeving neighbourhood. The average price per square metre in the area is €22.94, so for an 81 m² apartment, this rent is on the lower side. It is a market-rate price for a modern, energy-efficient home.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low energy costs. The label is an official registration and reflects the energy performance of the home as built in 2021.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is AH XL, just 169 metres away, so it is on your doorstep. Hoogvliet is 190 metres away, and Lidl is 232 metres away. For a wider choice, there are 62 supermarkets within 5 km, so you will never be far from a shop.
What schools are nearby?
There are several schools within walking distance. The nearest primary school is Al Amana Zuilen, 618 metres away, and Basisschool Cleophas Jenaplan-School is 728 metres away. For secondary education, Trajectum College is 511 metres away and Pouwer College is 526 metres away. In total, there are 121 schools within 5 km.
How is the public transport connection?
The train station is 2.4 km from the home. The neighbourhood is well-connected by bus, with a journey to the city centre taking about 10 minutes, as noted by a resident.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of safety?
Resident reviews are mixed. One resident mentions safety concerns, including loitering youths and fast cars. Another resident says the reputation is worse than reality, noting that many families and elderly people live there, which makes it quieter. The average review score is 6.69 out of 10, based on two reviews.
