Steenweg 42
Lange Elisabethstraat Mariaplaats en omgeving, Utrecht
AreaA historic apartment in the heart of Utrecht
This apartment on Steenweg sits right in Utrecht's bustling centre, where medieval streets hum with life. At 103 m², it's a generous size for a city-centre rental. The home dates from 1450 and has an energy label C, so expect characterful features but also higher heating costs. With a rent of €2,650, it's on the high side compared to other apartments in Utrecht, which average around €2,038.
The Lange Elisabethstraat, Mariaplaats en omgeving neighbourhood
The neighbourhood is the historic core, so it's lively and busy. One resident describes it as "a nice area to live in" but notes noise pollution and hygiene issues from restaurant waste. Another calls it a "street full of shops and cosiness" and enjoys the bustle. Based on two reviews, it's a mixed bag: central convenience versus the downsides of a touristy area. Most households are single-person (900 out of 1,725 residents), and the area is densely built with few families. For more context, see the Lange Elisabethstraat, Mariaplaats en omgeving neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Your daily shopping is on your doorstep: a SPAR is just around the corner, and Boon's Markt and Albert Heijn are a couple of streets away. For school runs, odbs Puntenburg primary school is a five-minute walk, and Openbare Dalton Basisschool Pieterskerkhof is about a ten-minute walk. Secondary pupils can reach St-Gregorius College within a ten-minute walk. The area falls under the municipality of Utrecht, which manages local amenities and services.
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At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Covers Wonen Makelaars & Taxateurs.
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About Steenweg 42, Utrecht
Is €2,650 a fair rent for this apartment?
At €2,650, this apartment is about 30% above the neighbourhood average of €2,038 for rentals. However, it's also larger than average (103 m² vs 99 m²) and located in the historic centre. The price is on the high side, but reflects the location and size.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C, which is average for a building of this age. You can expect moderate energy costs, but given the 1450 construction year, the home may have less insulation than modern builds. Heating bills will likely be noticeable but not extreme.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 1.6 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
What supermarkets are nearby?
A SPAR is just 95 metres away, perfect for quick groceries. Boon's Markt is 166 metres, Albert Heijn 256 metres, and Jumbo 262 metres. You have several options within a few minutes' walk.
What schools are in the area?
Primary schools include odbs Puntenburg (397 m) and Openbare Dalton Basisschool Pieterskerkhof (493 m). For secondary education, St-Gregorius College is 579 m away. All are within a ten-minute walk.
Is the neighbourhood noisy?
Yes, residents mention noise pollution as a downside of living in the centre. One review says "it's the centre so there's almost always noise pollution." Another notes it's "sometimes noisy but that's not the residents' fault." If you value peace and quiet, this may not be ideal.
