Tolsteegplantsoen 42-2
Tolsteeg en Rotsoord · 3523 AM Utrecht
A classic Utrecht apartment with a story
This 1956 apartment on Tolsteegplantsoen sits in a quiet pocket of Utrecht Zuid, where the streets are lined with post-war flats and green strips. The home was listed at €398,000, which was below the neighbourhood average of €457,792, a keen price for an 80 m² apartment in this part of the city. For context, apartments in Utrecht vary widely, but this one stands out for its honest, unrenovated character. This home has not been online since 8 July 2026.
Tolsteeg en Rotsoord: open, green, and well-connected
Residents describe the neighbourhood Tolsteeg en Rotsoord as spacious and open, with a lot of green strips and an open feeling around the Rietveld flats. One resident says: "The amenities of the not-so-cozy/pretty shopping centre are very pleasant. There's everything. That the Lidl is there is very nice, and also the Plus." Another notes: "the neighbourhood is not far from the city centre, but is still usually nice and quiet." The area scores a 7.48 out of 10 from two reviews. It's a very strongly urban neighbourhood (4,549 addresses per km²), with mostly one-person households and a young population, 53% are between 25 and 45.
Daily life: shopping, school, and a park on your doorstep
For your morning bread, Lidl is just around the corner, and Coop and PLUS are a couple of streets away. The Smaragdplein shopping centre has everything you need. If you have children, KBS Gertrudis primary school is a five-minute walk, and Auris Rotsoord (special education) is similarly close. For a weekend stroll, Beatrixpark is a couple of streets away. The municipality Utrecht offers all the city's amenities, but here you're far enough from the bustle to enjoy some peace.
When this home was still on the market,
At present, the home was listed via Punt Makelaars Utrecht and also appeared on Funda, so it was available through several channels. The listing was complete with all key details provided.
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About Tolsteegplantsoen 42-2, Utrecht
Was €398,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €398,000 was below the neighbourhood average of €457,792 and the median of €437,500. Apartments in Tolsteeg en Rotsoord sell for an average of €404,890, so this home was priced in line with recent sales. Given the 80 m² floor area, the price per m² worked out to €4,975, which was lower than the neighbourhood average of €5,682 per m². It appeared to be a keenly priced listing.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has energy label D. This is a common label for a 1956 apartment, in the neighbourhood, 58.3% of homes have label D or lower. The property did not had double glazing or insulation upgrades stated in the listing.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 0.9 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood is well-connected by bus, with several lines taking you to Utrecht Centraal in about five minutes, as residents note.
What is the neighbourhood like for young professionals?
Tolsteeg en Rotsoord is popular among young professionals, 53% of residents are aged 25 to 45, and 77% of households are single-person. The area is quiet but close to the city centre, with good bus links. Residents appreciate the open feel and the nearby Smaragdplein shopping centre.
Are there parks or green spaces nearby?
Yes, Beatrixpark is just a couple of streets away (0.3 km), and Amelisweerd forest is within cycling distance. The neighbourhood itself has many green strips and an open feeling, especially around the Rietveld flats. One resident rates the nature a 6 compared to the rest of the Netherlands but notes it's convenient for the city.
What schools are close to this apartment?
KBS Gertrudis primary school is a five-minute walk (0.6 km), and Auris Rotsoord (special education) is similarly close. For secondary education, the Kromme Rijn College and Kentalis College Utrecht are within 0.7 km. The neighbourhood has a good range of schools within walking distance.
How many apartments like this were for sale in the neighbourhood?
At the time, there were 12 apartments for sale in Tolsteeg en Rotsoord, with prices ranging from €375,000 to €659,000. The average floor area is 83 m², so this 80 m² apartment is typical in size. In the past year, 77 homes were sold in the area, with an average selling time of 24 days.
