Zeeheldenbuurt Hengeveldstraat en omgeving, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis 1922 apartment on Van Brakelstraat sits in a lively part of Utrecht, where the streets are lined with classic brick architecture and the atmosphere is distinctly urban. At 120 m² and with an energy label C, it offers a solid base in a sought-after city. The asking price of €785,000 is 19% below the neighbourhood average of €973,969, making it a keen option compared to other apartments in Utrecht.
The neighbourhood Zeeheldenbuurt, Hengeveldstraat en omgeving is a dense, urban area with a very high address density. It's home to a mix of ages, with many young adults and a fair share of older residents. The neighbourhood has a strong sense of community, though no resident reviews are available to give a personal perspective. Most homes are apartments, and over half are owner-occupied. The area sees a moderate number of reported incidents, but it's a typical city neighbourhood.
Your daily routine here is well catered for. For groceries, you have an Albert Heijn just around the corner, another a couple of streets away, and a Jumbo within a five-minute walk. For school runs, Basisschool De Wissel is on your doorstep, Basisschool de Beiaard is a couple of streets away, and Openbare Jenaplanschool Wittevrouwen is a five-minute walk. The municipality Utrecht offers all the cultural and recreational options you'd expect from a major city.
At the time of writing the home is listed via several channels, including Van Wijnen Makelaardij, Funda, Pararius, and Vastgoed Nederland.
Details of this home
Van Brakelstraat 11, Utrecht
Data from Zeeheldenbuurt Hengeveldstraat en omgeving
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About Van Brakelstraat 11, Utrecht
The asking price is 19% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€973,969), so it's on the keen side. However, the average sold price in the area is €661,978, which is lower. The price per m² is not directly comparable because the average m² price in the neighbourhood is based on larger homes (156 m² on average).
Zeeheldenbuurt is a very urban area with a high density of addresses. It has a mix of ages, with many young adults and a significant number of older residents. Most homes are apartments, and over half are owner-occupied. The area has a moderate crime rate typical for a city centre.
The nearest train station is 2.1 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
There are several supermarkets within walking distance: an Albert Heijn at 718 m, another at 757 m, and a Jumbo at 759 m. So you have options for daily shopping just a few minutes away.
There are several primary schools nearby: Basisschool De Wissel at 219 m, Basisschool de Beiaard at 460 m, and Openbare Jenaplanschool Wittevrouwen at 520 m. For secondary education, the nearest school is 1.8 km away.
The energy label is C, which is average for a home of this age. It means the home is reasonably efficient but not top-tier. You can expect moderate energy costs, but it's not as efficient as a modern home.
The listing does not mention a garden or any outdoor space. The plot size is not stated, so it's best to assume there is no private garden.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Zeeheldenbuurt Hengeveldstraat en omgeving