Singelstraat 8
Pijlsweerd-Zuid, Utrecht
AreaA pre-war apartment in Utrecht's Singelstraat
This apartment on Singelstraat sits in a lively part of Utrecht, where the city's energy meets a residential calm. At €550,000 for 80 m², the price was in line with the market, the average in the neighbourhood was around €541,000. Compared to other apartments in Utrecht, this one was priced keenly for its size and location. This home has not been online since 15 July 2026.
Pijlsweerd-Zuid: safe and central, but lacking green
Pijlsweerd-Zuid is a dense urban neighbourhood with a very high address density (5,909 addresses per km²). It's a young area: over half the residents are between 25 and 45, and most households are single-person. One resident says: "No matter when you go out on the street, it always feels safe." Another notes: "I always feel safe in this neighbourhood, perhaps because it's close to the police station." The main drawback mentioned is a lack of greenery, "I do really miss greenery in the area," says one review. Based on four reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.4 out of 10. For more context, see the neighbourhood Pijlsweerd-Zuid.
Daily life on the street
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, just 127 metres away. There's also an Aldi and an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. Montessori Kind Centrum LEF is just around the corner, and KBS De Pijlstaart is a five-minute walk. For secondary education, Al Amana College Utrecht is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Utrecht offers plenty of cultural amenities, with a restaurant just around the corner and the city centre a ten-minute walk.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed via Punt Makelaars Utrecht and also appeared on other channels. The energy label is D, which is less efficient than most of the current supply in the neighbourhood, something to factor in when budgeting for utilities.
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About Singelstraat 8, Utrecht
Was €550,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €550,000 was close to the neighbourhood average of €541,310 and the median of €525,000. At €6,875 per m², it was slightly below the average m² price of €6,958 in Pijlsweerd-Zuid. Given the 80 m² floor area and central location, the price was in line with the market.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D. In Pijlsweerd-Zuid, 60% of homes have label A or better, so this apartment is less efficient than average.
How safe is Pijlsweerd-Zuid?
Residents consistently mention feeling safe. One says: "No matter when you go out on the street, it always feels safe." Another notes the proximity to the police station. The neighbourhood recorded 283 total crimes, but the overall impression from reviews is positive.
What are the nearest supermarkets?
Albert Heijn is just 127 metres away, on your doorstep. Within a couple of streets (about 232 metres) you'll find another Albert Heijn, an Aldi, and an Ekoplaza. Jumbo is about 544 metres away, a five-minute walk.
Are there good schools nearby?
Yes, several primary schools are within walking distance. Montessori Kind Centrum LEF is just 56 metres away, KBS De Pijlstaart at 169 metres, and Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek at 530 metres. For secondary education, Al Amana College Utrecht is 705 metres away.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 1.8 km away, about a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride. The neighbourhood is well connected by public transport, with several bus stops nearby.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
Pijlsweerd-Zuid is a young, dense area with 4,745 residents. Over half are aged 25-45, and most households are single-person (1,775 out of 2,645 households). Only 370 households have children, so it's not a typical family neighbourhood.
