Watervogelbuurt, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis 1930s apartment on Snipstraat sits in a lively part of Utrecht Oost. With 51 m² of living space and an energy label D, it's a practical home for someone who values location over square metres. The asking price of €399,000 is noticeably lower than the neighbourhood average of €496,500, making it a keen entry into the local market. For context, apartments in Utrecht vary widely in price and size.
The Watervogelbuurt is a dense, urban area with a very high address density. It's home to a young population, most residents are between 25 and 45, and many single-person households. One resident describes it as "a good neighbourhood but a lot could also be better in terms of cleanliness, parking, safety." Another notes the lack of social cohesion: "I invited the neighbours over to get acquainted, but it never went further than a Christmas card and saying hello." Still, they appreciate the shops, restaurants, and the nearby Krommerijn river. The neighbourhood Watervogelbuurt has a mix of pre-war and newer housing, with 44% owner-occupied homes.
For your morning bread, Coop is just around the corner, and Jumbo and Albert Heijn are a couple of streets away. Primary schools are within walking distance, Agatha Snellenschool is a five-minute walk, and KBS Gertrudis is a bit further. Secondary education is also close by, with the Utrechts Stedelijk Gymnasium a ten-minute walk. The municipality Utrecht offers extensive amenities, including a train station just a few minutes' walk away.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Makelaarsland.
Details of this home
Snipstraat 13, Utrecht
Satisfactory · 2 residents
It's a good neighbourhood but a lot could also be better in terms of cleanliness, parking, safety.
Auto-translated to English by AII moved to this neighbourhood 15 years ago with two children aged 12 and 10 respectively. I invited the neighbours over to get acquainted, but it never went further than a Christmas card and saying hello to each other. I was busy with the kids, work, studies, etc. At the time, I didn't have much need for it either, and everyone did their own thing. Shops and restaurants within walking distance, as well as bus and train connections. The little river Krommerijn flows past my house. Lots of pleasure boats and joggers going back and forth to Amelisweerd. A small park nearby where I can enjoy walking. Primary schools close by and I feel safe. The house itself is fine, but could be better insulated and have a toilet upstairs. The neighbourhood could do more for each other by doing things together and each according to their abilities. Being able to help each other if needed, keeping an eye out. The lower part of the housing is much older, and above the lower houses there is an apartment. Here mainly live single people or families with young children. I would like to get to know each other and the question is: how do I do it?
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About Snipstraat 13, Utrecht
The asking price is about 20% below the average asking price in the Watervogelbuurt (€496,500). However, the apartment is also smaller than average (51 m² vs 76 m²). Given the lower price per square metre compared to the neighbourhood average, it appears priced for its size.
The energy label is D. In the Watervogelbuurt, about 23% of homes have a label D or lower, while 35% have label A. A D label means moderate energy efficiency, so heating and electricity costs will be higher than in a better-insulated home.
One resident mentions safety as an area for improvement, but another says they feel safe. The CBS data records 107 total crimes in the neighbourhood, which is moderate for such a dense urban area.
The train station is 0.4 km away, about a five-minute walk.
Yes, a park or public garden is 0.3 km away, just around the corner. The Krommerijn river also runs past the area, popular with joggers and boaters.
Given the compact size and central location, it's likely to appeal to singles or couples without children. The neighbourhood has many single-person households and a young demographic.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Watervogelbuurt
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