St.-Jacobsstraat 271
Wijk C, Utrecht
AreaA classic apartment in the heart of Utrecht
This apartment on St.-Jacobsstraat 271 sits in Wijk C, right in the middle of Utrecht's historic Binnenstad. It is a lively, walkable part of the city where the streets are filled with character and the canal is never far away. The asking price of €435,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes in at €345,800. That puts it 26% above the local average, so it is a premium for this spot. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €5,868, and this home is listed at €5,118 per square metre based on the BAG registration. If you are weighing up your options, it is worth comparing with other [apartments in Utrecht].
The home itself
The apartment was built in 1955 and has an energy label E. The living area is 85 square metres according to the BAG registration, which is 31% larger than the neighbourhood average of 65 square metres. The listing does not provide further details about the layout, number of bedrooms or any outdoor space, so those specifics are not stated. What is clear is that this is a generously sized apartment for the area, with a classic post-war build year.
Life in Wijk C
Wijk C is a compact, central neighbourhood with a real city feel. It is home to around 1,390 people, and the vast majority of households are single-person, at 71%. Residents of the wider Binnenstad district give their living environment an average score of 7.59 out of 10, based on eight reviews. One resident says: "The Nieuwegracht is a quiet and clean side of the centre of Utrecht. Across the water lies a beautiful park and a large meadow." Another adds: "Living so close to the city centre has pros and cons. Main con is noise. But we love how walkable this neighborhood is to everything in the city centre." The neighbourhood is very well suited to getting around on foot or by bike, though cars are less practical here. For more on the area, have a look at [the Wijk C neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is remarkably convenient. An Albert Heijn supermarket is just around the corner, and several more are within a ten-minute walk. For primary education, Montessori Kind Centrum LEF is a couple of streets away, and KBS De Pijlstaart is also close by. The nearest GP is Huisartsen Binnenstad, a ten-minute walk, and Boots Apotheek Utrecht is a similar distance. Public transport is excellent: the bus stop at Utrecht, Sint Jacobsstraat is on your doorstep with lines 1, 3, 6, 7 and 27, and Utrecht Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Utrecht is a city that is easy to navigate without a car, and this location makes the most of that.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price here. The address-level risk data from public sources (Atlas Leefomgeving, KCAF and Klimaateffectatlas) gives some indications for the area. Road traffic noise is measured at 60 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway noise at 33 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 41 dB Lden are both below their standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, partly because the building dates from before 1970 and 68% of properties in this postcode area were built before that year. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Ludenhoff makelaars & taxateurs o.g. Amstelveen.
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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 St.-Jacobsstraat 271, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare with other homes in Wijk C?
The asking price of €435,000 is 26% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €345,800. The median asking price in Wijk C is €375,000, and the range of current listings runs from €210,000 to €399,000. So this apartment is priced at the top end of what is currently on the market in the neighbourhood.
What is the living area of this apartment?
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 85 square metres. That is 31% larger than the neighbourhood average of 65 square metres. The price per square metre, based on the BAG area, is €5,118. The listing does not provide further details about the layout or number of rooms.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The apartment has energy label E. This is a relatively low label, so you can expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient homes. In the neighbourhood, 45.5% of the current sales listings have an energy label of A or better, and 36.4% have label B. Only 9.1% of listings have a label of D or lower, so this home is on the less efficient end for the area.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this listing. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not included here. Without it, there is no official municipal valuation to compare with the asking price.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The address-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is measured at 60 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 33 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this area is elevated. This is partly because the building dates from 1955, before 1970, and 68% of properties in this postcode area were built before that year. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 13% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood and heat risks at this address?
The climate risk data indicates that pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while flood risk from rivers or the sea is low now and remains low in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and is expected to remain medium in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this particular property.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
An Albert Heijn is just around the corner at 166 metres away. Several other Albert Heijn branches are within a short walk, at 397, 404 and 425 metres, and there is also an AH to go at 412 metres. With 70 supermarkets within five kilometres, you will never be far from a grocery shop.
What schools are near St.-Jacobsstraat 271?
Montessori Kind Centrum LEF is a primary school just a couple of streets away at 212 metres. KBS De Pijlstaart is also close, at 357 metres, and Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek is at 449 metres. For secondary education, School aan de Singel, offering vwo and havo, is at 779 metres.
How is the public transport from this address?
The bus stop at Utrecht, Sint Jacobsstraat is on your doorstep at 152 metres, with lines 1, 3, 6, 7 and 27. Utrecht Centraal train station is a ten-minute walk at 755 metres. The Vredenburg and Neude bus stops are also within a few minutes' walk, offering many more lines including night services.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Residents of the wider Binnenstad district give their living environment an average score of 7.59 out of 10, based on eight reviews. One resident describes the Nieuwegracht side as quiet and clean, with a park across the water. Another notes that the streets behind the Singel are peaceful, though the walk from the central station at night can feel dark. The area is very walkable and bike-friendly, but cars are not recommended.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms or any outdoor space such as a garden or balcony. It also does not mention insulation, heating systems or ownership details. The only property facts provided are the build year of 1955, the energy label E and the living area of 85 square metres according to the BAG registration.
