Vaartsestraat 12BS
Bleekstraat en omgeving, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodA classic apartment in the heart of Utrecht
This apartment on the Vaartsestraat sits in the Bleekstraat en omgeving neighbourhood, right in the middle of Utrecht's historic centre. It is a lively, walkable part of town where everything you need is close by. The asking price of €450,000 is sharp compared with the average for apartments in Utrecht, which makes it an interesting proposition.
The home itself
Built in 1906, this apartment spans two floors and offers six rooms, including five bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 103 m² according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The property is on the second floor and has a volume of 411 m³. It comes with partial double glazing and a central heating boiler. The ownership is leasehold, but the ground rent has been permanently bought off. There is a homeowners' association fee of €218.12 per month. The agent describes the setting as a quiet road in a residential area.
Life in the Bleekstraat en omgeving
Residents of the wider district give their living environment an average score of 7.59, 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 nice park and a large meadow." Another notes: "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 has around 530 inhabitants, and most households are single-person. It is a very urban area, with a high address density. For more on the area, see the Bleekstraat en omgeving neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy: the Coop is on your doorstep, the Jumbo is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. For primary education, the Agatha Snellenschool is a five-minute walk, and the KBS Gertrudis is a bit further. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk De Greev, and the pharmacy is Apotheek Boswijk. Public transport is well covered: bus line 2 stops at Utrecht, Tolsteegbrug, and the tram stop Utrecht, Station Vaartsche Rijn offers lines 8, 9, 20, 21, 29, 47, N4 and 341. The train station Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn is just around the corner. All this is part of the municipality of Utrecht.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is €540,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 17% below that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 48%, from €364,000 to €540,000. As for address risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, partly because the building dates from before 1970. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, and the current flood risk is medium.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Blauwe Eik Makelaardij.
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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 Vaartsestraat 12BS, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €450,000 is 17% below the WOZ value of €540,000 (reference date 1 January 2025). This means the asking price is lower than the municipal valuation. The WOZ value is not the market value, but it is an official indicator. The price per square metre is €4,369, based on the agent's listing.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has six rooms, including five bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 103 m², and the volume is 411 m³. It is located on the second floor. The property has partial double glazing and a central heating boiler. The ownership is leasehold, but the ground rent has been permanently bought off.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D. This label indicates that the home is not among the most efficient, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent mentions that the home has partial double glazing, which can help with insulation. However, the label itself does not tell you the exact condition of the building.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public data, the noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. The noise from rail traffic is also 54 dB Lden, but that is not above the standard. Industrial noise is 45 dB Lden, also below the standard. These are area-level indications, not measurements inside the home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication is medium, based on area-level data. The building was constructed in 1906, before 1970, and in this postcode area 100% of the buildings date from before 1970. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 4% of the buildings in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. The Coop is about 200 metres away, the Jumbo is about 300 metres, and an Albert Heijn is about 400 metres. Another Albert Heijn is also about 400 metres away, and a PLUS is about 600 metres. So you have plenty of options for your daily groceries.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
For primary education, the Agatha Snellenschool is about 420 metres away, and the KBS Gertrudis is about 550 metres. There is also the Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter at about 645 metres. For secondary education, the Utrechts Stedelijk Gymnasium is about 895 metres away. These distances are approximate.
How is the public transport in this area?
Public transport is well accessible. The bus stop Utrecht, Tolsteegbrug is about 300 metres away and serves line 2. The tram stop Utrecht, Station Vaartsche Rijn is also about 300 metres away and serves lines 8, 9, 20, 21, 29, 47, N4 and 341. The train station Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn is about 300 metres away as well.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The neighbourhood is part of the Binnenstad district in Utrecht. It is a very urban area with a high address density. Residents of the wider district give an average score of 7.59 out of 10. One resident mentions that the Nieuwegracht is quiet and clean, while another notes that living close to the centre has pros and cons, mainly noise, but they love the walkability.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
The WOZ value has increased by 48% between 2020 and 2025, from €364,000 to €540,000. This shows a significant rise in the municipal valuation over that period. The reference date for the current WOZ value is 1 January 2025.
Statistics for Bleekstraat en omgeving
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €995,000 | €995,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,958 | – |
| Rent price | €2,165 p/m | €2,165 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €27 p/m | – |
Experiences from Binnenstad
How residents experience their district
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 AII live on the Singel, which is quite busy with traffic, but the streets behind it (between the Singel and the railway) are actually very quiet and peaceful. This is also because there are few amenities in this part. However, you can easily reach all necessary shops on foot. Due to the few cafés in these streets, there is little sense of community. The quiet streets behind the house can sometimes be scary when you have to walk through them at night. Especially the stretch from the central station to home passes dark parks and offices that are empty in the evening. Living on the Singel, apart from the traffic, is very nice because you can (run) along the Singel in the greenery straight away. Hygiene is fine. The bins are not often too full.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving 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. We can't imagine living the same lifestyle if we live further away.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in the Zeven Steegjes all my life and really enjoy it here
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here my whole life and have always enjoyed it.
Auto-translated to English by AIIn terms of amenities it's wonderful to live in the centre, but it's also very busy and not accessible by car. Public transport is excellent. I never feel comfortable walking alone late at night because of all the homeless people and creepy individuals. There should be much more green space in the centre for my liking. It could be so much better. We do have a very nice green courtyard at the apartment complex.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice area to live in. The location is pleasant, but it's the centre so there's almost always noise pollution. Of course that's to be expected. However, the surroundings aren't very hygienic. In the courtyard where we live, there are many restaurants that dump their waste in the alleys. That's a shame.
Auto-translated to English by AIStreet full of shops and cosiness. Nice and bustling sometimes also noisy but that's not the residents' fault haha
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Binnenstad
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €754,520 | €626,902 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,953 | – |
| Rent price | €2,096 p/m | €2,055 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €28 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.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Utrecht
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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