Elinkwijk en omgeving, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Stephensonstraat sits in a lively part of Utrecht, where the streets are lined with early 20th-century architecture. At 120 m² it is a good deal more spacious than the average home in the area, and the asking price of €550,000 is about 15% above the neighbourhood average of €477,718, a premium that reflects the extra square metres. For context, apartments in Utrecht vary widely in size and price, so this one sits at the larger end of the market.
The neighbourhood is densely built and very urban, with a young population: most residents are between 25 and 45, and many live alone. Over half the homes are owner-occupied, and the housing stock is almost entirely pre-war. There are no resident reviews available for this area, so the picture comes from the statistics: a mix of singles and families, with a lively street scene. The Elinkwijk en omgeving neighbourhood has a high address density, so you are never far from a shop or a café.
For your morning bread, Boni is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away. Primary schools are close: KBS Ludger is a couple of streets away, and Christelijke Basisschool De Piramide is within a five-minute walk. The area is well served by public transport, with a train station about 1.8 km away. Parks and green spaces are on your doorstep, and a restaurant is just around the corner. The municipality of Utrecht offers a wide range of amenities, from libraries to healthcare.
The home is listed through several channels, including Pauw Makelaardij. At present, the listing is available on Funda and other platforms, so you can view the full details there.
Details of this home
Stephensonstraat 13BS, Utrecht
Data from Elinkwijk en omgeving
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About Stephensonstraat 13BS, Utrecht
The asking price is about 15% above the neighbourhood average of €477,718, but the apartment is also 40% larger than the typical home in the area (120 m² vs 86 m²). So the price per square metre is roughly in line with the local market. Whether it is fair depends on how much you value the extra space and the pre-war character.
The energy label is E, which is common for pre-war buildings. It means the home is not very energy-efficient, so heating costs are likely to be higher than in a modern home. You may want to consider improvements such as insulation or double glazing, but the listing does not specify what has already been done.
The nearest train station is 1.8 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. The neighbourhood is well connected for a city like Utrecht.
The area has a mix of singles and families: about 440 households have children, and there are several primary schools within walking distance. The streets are busy and urban, with a young population. Parks and playgrounds are close by, so it can work for families who enjoy city life.
The listing does not state the number of rooms. With 120 m² of floor area, it is spacious, but the layout is not described. You would need to check the floor plan or contact the agent for details.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The plot size is not given, so it is unclear whether there is any private outdoor space. The neighbourhood has parks within a couple of streets away.
In a dense urban area like this, street parking may be limited or paid. You would need to check with the municipality for permits and availability.
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