Domplein Neude Janskerkhof, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Schoutenstraat 17B sits in the historic centre, where the streets hum with students, café-goers and shoppers. At 83 m² it's a generous size for a city-centre home, and with an A++ energy label it's exceptionally efficient. The rent of €2,950 is 41% above the neighbourhood average of €2,086, so it's on the high side, but you're paying for a prime spot and top-notch energy performance. For context, there are 23 rental apartments currently available in the area, and this one is among the priciest. See other apartments in Utrecht for comparison.
This is the beating heart of Utrecht: Domplein with its cathedral, Neude square packed with terraces, and the leafy Janskerkhof. The neighbourhood has 2,530 residents, mostly young adults, over half are between 25 and 45. It's a very urban area (address density 6,370 per km²), with a lively, student-friendly vibe. There are no resident reviews available for this specific street, but the area is known for its historic buildings and central location. The neighbourhood Domplein, Neude, Janskerkhof is one of the most sought-after in the city.
Your daily routine is a short walk: Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Boon's Markt is a couple of streets away. For fresh bread or a quick lunch, there's an AH to go within a five-minute walk. Schools are close too: Openbare Dalton Basisschool Pieterskerkhof is a five-minute walk, and St-Gregorius College is about the same distance. The municipality Utrecht offers excellent amenities, with restaurants, a library and a park all within walking distance.
At the time of writing the home is listed via VGW Housing and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
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Schoutenstraat 17B, Utrecht
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About Schoutenstraat 17B, Utrecht
The rent is 41% above the neighbourhood average of €2,086, so it's on the high side. However, the apartment is 83 m² with an A++ energy label, which is rare in the centre. The median rent in the area is €2,350, and the maximum is €2,995, so this listing is near the top end. Whether it's fair depends on how much you value the central location and energy efficiency.
Homes in this area are rented out in an average of 21 days, which is relatively fast. Of the 23 current rental listings, 9 have already received paid responses. So if you're interested, it's worth acting promptly.
Domplein, Neude, Janskerkhof is the historic centre of Utrecht, with a high density of shops, restaurants and cultural spots. The area is very urban (address density 6,370 per km²) and popular with students and young professionals. There are several supermarkets within a few minutes' walk, and the train station is 1.8 km away.
The apartment has an A++ energy label, which is the highest possible. This means very low energy costs and a modern, well-insulated home. It's a significant advantage in a historic building from 1450, which has been upgraded to top efficiency.
The nearest train station is 1.8 km away, about a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride. The area is well served by buses and trams, and the city centre is very walkable.
The nearest park or public garden is 0.4 km away, about a five-minute walk. The area also has the leafy Janskerkhof square, which is a popular spot to sit outside. For larger parks, you'd need to head to the outskirts.
The total number of reported crimes in the neighbourhood is 958, which is relatively high for a city centre. However, this is typical for a dense urban area with many visitors and nightlife.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Domplein Neude Janskerkhof