Snipstraat 19BS
Watervogelbuurt, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodA sunny upper apartment in Utrecht Oost
This upper apartment on the second floor sits on a quiet road in the Watervogelbuurt, a lively part of Utrecht Oost. The home was built in 1931 and is offered for €539,000. The listing does not state the energy label, so you will have to factor in unknown energy costs. With a living area of 95 m² according to the agent, the asking price works out at €5,674 per m², which is on the high side compared with the average of €6,645 per m² for apartments in Utrecht.
The home itself
The apartment has six rooms, including five bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The total volume is 346 m³. There is a sunny terrace as outdoor space, and the property is fully owned. The agent mentions floor insulation and a central heating boiler. The HOA fee is €42 per month. According to the BAG registration the living area is 88 m², while the agent lists 95 m².
The Watervogelbuurt
Residents of the district of Utrecht Oost give their surroundings an average score of 7.6, based on eleven reviews. One resident says: "The neighborhood is considered safe, has an active and engaged community, and is well maintained." Another notes: "It's a good neighbourhood but a lot could also be better in terms of cleanliness, parking, safety." The district has about 2,300 inhabitants, many of whom live alone. The neighbourhood itself is part of the Watervogelbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
For daily groceries, the Coop is on your doorstep, with Jumbo just around the corner and Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. The Agatha Snellenschool for primary education is a five-minute walk, and the Utrechts Stedelijk Gymnasium for secondary education is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk De Greev, and the pharmacy Apotheek Boswijk is a couple of streets away. Tram and bus stop Utrecht, Station Vaartsche Rijn is on your doorstep, with lines 8, 9, 20, 21, 29, 47, N4 and 341. The train station Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn is also on your doorstep. All this is part of the municipality of Utrecht.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is €515,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 5% above that. The WOZ value has developed over the past five years, but the exact figures are not stated here. According to public address data, the noise level from road traffic is 57 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway noise is 53 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the pluvial flooding risk is elevated. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including PEEK&POMPE MAKELAARS.
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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 Snipstraat 19BS, Utrecht
What is the asking price per square metre?
The asking price is €539,000. With a living area of 95 m² according to the agent, that works out at €5,674 per m². The average price per m² for apartments in the neighbourhood is €6,645, so this home is priced slightly below that average.
How many bedrooms does this apartment have?
The apartment has five bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. There are six rooms in total. The living area is 95 m² according to the agent, though the BAG registration states 88 m².
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is €515,000, as determined by the municipality on 1 January 2025. The asking price of €539,000 is 5% above this value. The WOZ value is the official valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public data. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of the property itself. The home was built in 1931, and in this postcode area, 100% of buildings date from before 1970.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Coop, just 230 metres away. Jumbo is 388 metres away, and Albert Heijn is 559 metres away. There are also Lidl and another Albert Heijn within 640 metres, so you have plenty of options for daily groceries.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Watervogelbuurt is part of Utrecht Oost. Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.6 out of 10, based on eleven reviews. One resident mentions it is safe and well maintained, while another notes that cleanliness and parking could be better. The district has about 2,300 inhabitants.
What public transport options are available?
The tram and bus stop Utrecht, Station Vaartsche Rijn is just 185 metres away, with lines 8, 9, 20, 21, 29, 47, N4 and 341. The train station Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn is 164 metres away, so you have excellent access to public transport.
Is there a garden or outdoor space?
Yes, the apartment has a sunny terrace as outdoor space. The agent describes it as a 'zonneterras'. There is no garden mentioned in the listing.
What is the energy label?
This means you will need to factor in unknown energy costs. The home was built in 1931, so older construction may affect energy efficiency, but no specific label is given.
How much is the HOA fee?
The homeowners' association (VvE) fee is €42 per month. This is a monthly contribution for the maintenance of shared parts of the building. The property is fully owned, so there is no ground lease.
Experiences from Watervogelbuurt
How residents experience their neighbourhood
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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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €499,737 | €450,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,645 | – |
| Rent price | €1,786 p/m | €1,786 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 p/m | – |
Experiences from Oost
How residents experience their district
The 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 AIIt's a good neighbourhood but a lot could also be better in terms of cleanliness, parking, safety.
Auto-translated to English by AII think it's a very nice neighbourhood, because there are many things to do nearby, like going to parks and walking paths. I've seen many nice and different houses in this neighbourhood, for example at friends' places, and it's nice that not every house is the same. It is difficult to buy a house in this area due to the costs, but overall it is a safe and cosy place to live near Utrecht Central.
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?
Auto-translated to English by AISafe, reasonably quiet
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Auto-translated to English by AIIt's nice to live in this neighbourhood because there is a very large student complex. It can be a bit noisy at times and the rubbish is not put away neatly. Furthermore, in spring we have a huge problem with the seagulls that live on our roofs. There are also hardly any facilities in the area in terms of shops. But it is easily accessible and close to the university. Also, it's super cosy to live with so many students and having a lot of nature in the surroundings is a luxury too.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €648,795 | €558,128 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,367 | – |
| Rent price | €2,083 p/m | €2,086 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €27 p/m | – |
Experiences from Utrecht
How residents experience their municipality
De Nieuwegracht is een rustige en schone kant van het centrum van Utrecht. Aan de overkant ligt een mooi park en een grote weide. Hier is het over het algemeen rustig, soms helaas niet heel schoon. Op de wandelpaden liggen op sommige plekken erg veel sigaretten. De buurt is erg goed bereikbaar op de fiets en te voet. De auto is niet aan te raden, hoewel de Nieuwegracht in vergelijking met de Oudegracht en Twijnstraat veel makkelijker is voor auto's.
Auto-translated to English by AILeuke 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.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €591,939 | €537,315 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,532 | – |
| Rent price | €1,929 p/m | €1,904 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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Snipstraat 19BS, Utrecht
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