Van Bijnkershoeklaan 205
Transwijk-Noord, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodA compact apartment in Transwijk-Noord
This two-room apartment on Van Bijnkershoeklaan 205 sits in Transwijk-Noord, a lively part of Utrecht's Zuidwest district. The area is very strongly urban, with a high address density, and the home is part of a 1960s building. At €295,000, the asking price is 28% below the neighbourhood average of €412,375, which puts it on the low side compared with other apartments in Utrecht.
Inside the home
The apartment is on the second floor and covers one floor, with two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The agent lists the living area at 46 m², while the BAG registration records 52 m². The home has mostly double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is offered as full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €208.45.
Life in Transwijk-Noord
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 8.26, based on four reviews. One resident says: "A pleasant, easily accessible neighbourhood with many amenities, close to the centre. Great!" Another mentions the large shopping centre a five-minute walk away, the tram through the neighbourhood, and plenty of playgrounds, though they "could do with a bit of sprucing up." The same resident notes there is little unrest and a police station close by. The neighbourhood counts 4,715 inhabitants, many of them young adults. For more on the area, see the Transwijk-Noord neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Groceries are close: Jumbo, SPAR express and Albert Heijn are all just around the corner, within a couple of streets away. Basisschool Anne Frank is on your doorstep, and there are several secondary schools nearby, including UniC and the International School Utrecht. The GP practice Gezondheidscentrum Kanaleneiland and Apotheek Kanaleneiland are a five-minute walk. Bus line 7 stops at Utrecht, Van Bijnkershoeklaan, just around the corner, and tram lines 7, 20 and 21 run from 24 Oktoberplein-Zuid. Utrecht Centraal station is a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Utrecht offers all this and more, as described on the municipality of Utrecht.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €307,000, and the asking price is 4% below that. Between 2020 and 2025 the WOZ value rose 82%, from €169,000 to €307,000. As for address risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this home. Road traffic noise is 51 dB Lden, above the norm, while railway noise is 33 dB Lden, below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, on clay soil, and pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium; current flood risk is elevated, but by 2050 it is low. Heat stress is low now, medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing the home is offered via multiple channels, including Vrijstad Vastgoed.
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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 Van Bijnkershoeklaan 205, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €295,000 is 4% below the WOZ value of €307,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025 the WOZ value rose 82%, from €169,000 to €307,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, on a single floor. It is located on the second floor. The agent lists the living area at 46 m², while the BAG registration records 52 m². The home has mostly double glazing and a central heating boiler.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The home has mostly double glazing, which helps. The neighbourhood has a mix of labels, with 22.6% of homes at A+ or better and 16.1% at D or lower.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association fee is €208.45. This is a standard cost for apartment owners and covers shared maintenance and services.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1960 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or shallow foundations. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home.
How noisy is the location?
Road traffic noise is 51 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch norm. Railway noise is 33 dB Lden, below the norm. These figures come from public data for the address and are area-level indications, not measurements inside the home.
What are the flood risks for this property?
Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, and current flood risk is elevated. By 2050, flood risk is expected to be low. Heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Jumbo, SPAR express and Albert Heijn are all within about 500 metres, so just a few minutes' walk. A larger shopping centre is also nearby, as mentioned by a resident. PLUS and MCD are a bit further, around a kilometre away.
What schools are in the area?
Basisschool Anne Frank is about 124 metres away, on your doorstep. There are also several secondary schools nearby, including UniC, the International School Utrecht, and X11, media en vormgeving. A resident mentions these schools in a review.
How is public transport in this neighbourhood?
Bus line 7 stops at Utrecht, Van Bijnkershoeklaan, about 253 metres away. Tram lines 7, 20 and 21 run from 24 Oktoberplein-Zuid and Winkelc. Kanaleneiland, both around 320-348 metres. Utrecht Centraal station is about 1.5 kilometres away, a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in Transwijk-Noord?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 8.26, based on four reviews. One resident calls it "a pleasant, easily accessible neighbourhood with many amenities, close to the centre." Another mentions the large shopping centre, the tram, and plenty of playgrounds, though they could be spruced up. The same resident notes little unrest and a police station close by.
How does the price per square metre compare with the neighbourhood?
The asking price per square metre is €6,413, based on the agent's living area of 46 m². The neighbourhood average for homes for sale is €4,946 per m². This apartment is smaller than the neighbourhood average of 83 m², which partly explains the higher per-m² price.
Experiences from Transwijk-Noord
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Going well, contact with fellow residents friendly and attentive
Auto-translated to English by AIA pleasant, easily accessible neighbourhood with many amenities, close to the centre. Great!
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a good neighbourhood to live in with a large shopping centre a 5-minute walk away, two smaller ones on either side of the large shopping centre, and then the city centre is 5-6 minutes away by tram. There is a secondary school (Unic), a public primary school (Anne Frank School) and an international primary school in the area. There is also a sports club nearby where children can join for tennis, hockey, football, gymnastics, baseball, etc. There are bus stops everywhere and a tram runs through the neighbourhood, making it easily accessible. There are plenty of playgrounds, although they could do with a bit of sprucing up. It's a fairly quiet neighbourhood and I've never really had any trouble with people. There is little to no unrest in the area and there is also a police station close by. The streets can be dirty now and then, but there are always people from the neighbourhood who voluntarily keep them clean themselves. Sometimes the rubbish can sit by the bins a bit too long. There is greenery everywhere and there is a park nearby where you can enjoy a lovely walk in the evening. The only thing missing is a clear sense of community in the neighbourhood, but they are trying to create more togetherness with the neighbourhood drinks that are held, the community centre and the regular meetings.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a neighbourhood with plenty of facilities; there's a primary school and 2 secondary schools nearby, a shopping centre, a park, a gym. It's also easily accessible and close to the city. There's a tram, at least 3 or 4 different buses. Surrounded by greenery. Trees and plants are planted everywhere, and they are maintained by some residents. Benches to sit on. Actually a nice neighbourhood all around. Only more could be done about community togetherness. You don't really know your neighbours and there are hardly any meetings or such. Additionally, it could be a bit cleaner in the neighbourhood. Sometimes it can also be quite noisy with the youngsters walking through the neighbourhood but not doing much else. Overall, quite a pleasant neighbourhood.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €412,375 | €354,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,946 | – |
| Rent price | €1,580 p/m | €1,705 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €21 p/m | – |
Experiences from Zuidwest
How residents experience their district
The houses are going to the immigrant community and status holders AZC. Neighbourhood is getting dirtier, stinks, neighbourhood no longer has neighbour contacts, everyone just does their own thing.
Auto-translated to English by AIGoing well, contact with fellow residents friendly and attentive
Auto-translated to English by AIDon't dare to go outside in the evenings anymore
Auto-translated to English by AISuch a beautiful neighbourhood and it keeps getting more beautiful, especially with the improvements to the Jutfaseweg.
Auto-translated to English by AIA pleasant, easily accessible neighbourhood with many amenities, close to the centre. Great!
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the moment the neighbourhood is not very safe. Drugs are traded on the car park, laughing gas is also used, cartridges lie on the car park. Then the rubbish bins... are emptied poorly, everyone dumps bulky waste next to them... So yes, the neighbourhood is going downhill fast! Enforcement is hard to find, as is the police.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a good neighbourhood to live in with a large shopping centre a 5-minute walk away, two smaller ones on either side of the large shopping centre, and then the city centre is 5-6 minutes away by tram. There is a secondary school (Unic), a public primary school (Anne Frank School) and an international primary school in the area. There is also a sports club nearby where children can join for tennis, hockey, football, gymnastics, baseball, etc. There are bus stops everywhere and a tram runs through the neighbourhood, making it easily accessible. There are plenty of playgrounds, although they could do with a bit of sprucing up. It's a fairly quiet neighbourhood and I've never really had any trouble with people. There is little to no unrest in the area and there is also a police station close by. The streets can be dirty now and then, but there are always people from the neighbourhood who voluntarily keep them clean themselves. Sometimes the rubbish can sit by the bins a bit too long. There is greenery everywhere and there is a park nearby where you can enjoy a lovely walk in the evening. The only thing missing is a clear sense of community in the neighbourhood, but they are trying to create more togetherness with the neighbourhood drinks that are held, the community centre and the regular meetings.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's always safe during the day, but walking the streets at night in the dark is impossible as a woman. Also often seen police chases near shopping centre Nova. Housing is good. More and nicer greenery would improve the neighbourhood. As would making it car-free and banning mopeds.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €536,367 | €463,340 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,689 | – |
| Rent price | €1,752 p/m | €1,769 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 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.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €593,040 | €543,808 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,527 | – |
| Rent price | €1,908 p/m | €1,877 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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