Rhodosdreef 116
Zamenhofdreef en omgeving, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodA practical apartment in Overvecht
This apartment on Rhodosdreef sits in the Overvecht district of Utrecht, a neighbourhood with a mix of post-war housing and plenty of greenery. At €325,000 for 83 m², the price is in line with the market, the median in the area is €327,500. Compared to other apartments in Utrecht, this is a fairly accessible entry point.
The Zamenhofdreef en omgeving neighbourhood
Two residents have reviewed the area, giving it an average of 6.7 out of 10. One 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 describes it as "well-connected, green environment" and notes: "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." The neighbourhood has a high address density (4,444 per km²) and a young population, nearly half are between 25 and 45. Most homes are flats, and 23% are owner-occupied. For more context, see the Zamenhofdreef en omgeving neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy: Lidl is just around the corner, AH XL and Hoogvliet are a couple of streets away, and Jumbo and Aldi are a ten-minute walk. For schools, Pouwer College and Ithaka (secondary) are a couple of streets away, and primary school Joannes XXIII is a five-minute walk. The neighbourhood has a park or public garden on your doorstep, and a GP practice within a five-minute walk. The city centre is about 2.3 km from the nearest train station. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Utrecht.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Beumer. The energy label is D, which is less efficient than most of the current supply in the neighbourhood, 54% of homes for sale have label A or better.
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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 Rhodosdreef 116, Utrecht
Is €325,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €325,000 is close to the median of €327,500 for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. The average price per m² is €3,991, so at 83 m² the price per m² works out to about €3,916, slightly below average. Given that similar apartments in the area have sold for an average of €345,946, the price seems in line with the market.
What is the energy label D like?
Energy label D is the fourth-highest label on the scale from A++++ to G. It means the home is registered with an average efficiency rating. In the neighbourhood, 11.5% of homes for sale have label D or lower, while 54% have label A or better. The label itself doesn't tell you exactly what needs improvement, but you can expect moderate energy costs compared to a more efficient home.
How safe is the Zamenhofdreef en omgeving neighbourhood?
Residents have mixed views. One review mentions safety concerns with loitering youths and fast driving, while another says the reputation as unsafe is overstated and that the area is quieter thanks to many families and elderly people. The total number of recorded crimes in the neighbourhood is 435, but without a per-capita figure it's hard to compare. It's best to visit at different times to get a feel for the area.
What public transport is available?
The nearest train station is 2.3 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bus ride. The neighbourhood is well-connected by bus, one resident notes you can reach the city centre in 10 minutes by bus.
Are there shops and schools nearby?
Yes, daily shopping is convenient with Lidl, AH XL, and Hoogvliet all within a few minutes' walk. For schools, Pouwer College and Ithaka (secondary) are about 300 m away, and primary school Joannes XXIII is about 400 m away. A GP practice is 0.7 km away, and a library is 0.5 km away.
What is the neighbourhood like for families?
The neighbourhood has a mix of residents: 290 households with children and many elderly people, according to one resident. The average household size is 1.5, which is low, but there are families. The area has playgrounds, a football field, and parks. However, some residents mention issues with speeding cars and loitering youths, so it's worth considering your own comfort level.
Experiences from Zamenhofdreef en omgeving
How residents experience their neighbourhood
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. Top and hygiene are terrible.
Auto-translated to English by AIThis 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. Additionally, this neighbourhood is well-connected: you can be in the city centre in 10 minutes by bus, and you can quickly get onto the motorway by car. This neighbourhood also has a lot of greenery, small parks, benches, a football field, playgrounds, etc. So this neighbourhood has many positive aspects. But, of course, there are also some negative aspects, such as cars driving too fast, which sometimes creates very dangerous situations, and the number of loitering youths who are often outside until late in the evening.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Zamenhofdreef en omgeving
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €344,806 | €327,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,991 | – |
| Rent price | €1,430 p/m | €1,435 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €21 p/m | – |
Experiences from Overvecht
How residents experience their district
Things could be better, like installing cameras so we can see who dumps rubbish, but we also have an app so I have nothing to complain about; we help each other when we can.
Auto-translated to English by AIOvervecht 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. Top and hygiene are terrible.
Auto-translated to English by AII was a victim of a robbery at bus stops early in the morning, then I had to have two operations
Auto-translated to English by AICosy neighbourhood, close to a city park where there is regularly something to do for children and adults.
Auto-translated to English by AII was born and raised here, a lot has changed over the years but it remains a nice and cosy neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here my whole life and see my neighbourhood deteriorating day by day, such a shame and sad. The area is also really split into multiple parts, unfortunately.
Auto-translated to English by AINice contact with the neighbours, shops nearby, plenty of greenery.
Auto-translated to English by AIGood
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Overvecht
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €377,722 | €350,836 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,187 | – |
| Rent price | €1,474 p/m | €1,442 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €21 p/m | – |
Experiences from Utrecht
How residents experience their municipality
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 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 AIThings could be better, like installing cameras so we can see who dumps rubbish, but we also have an app so I have nothing to complain about; we help each other when we can.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Utrecht
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €598,816 | €547,649 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,529 | – |
| Rent price | €1,907 p/m | €1,884 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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Rhodosdreef 116, Utrecht
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