Van Sijpesteijnkade 111
Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs, Utrecht
AreaA modern apartment in the heart of Utrecht
This apartment on Van Sijpesteijnkade sits in the middle of Utrecht's bustling station area, where the city's energy is right on your doorstep. Built in 2019, it's a contemporary home in a lively part of town. At €1,146 per month, the rent sits well below the neighbourhood average, which makes it a keen option when you consider the going rate for apartments in Utrecht. The 45 m² floor area is compact, so it's a home that works best for those who spend most of their time out and about.
Life in Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs
The Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs neighbourhood is a busy, central area, and one resident describes it as wonderful for amenities but very busy, with excellent public transport. They note that the apartment being high up means you hardly notice the hustle and bustle, and mention a nice green courtyard at the complex. The same resident also mentions not always feeling comfortable walking alone late at night, and wishes for more green space in the centre. Based on one review, it's a mixed picture: brilliant for convenience, less so for peace and quiet.
Daily life on the street
For daily shopping, a SPAR is just around the corner, with an AH to go and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, odbs Puntenburg, is a ten-minute walk, and there are several other primary options nearby, plus Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht for secondary education. The train station is a short walk away, which makes sense in this part of town. It's a neighbourhood where everything you need for the weekday routine is within easy reach, all part of the municipality of Utrecht.
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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 Sijpesteijnkade 111, Utrecht
Is €1,146 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,146 is 38% below the neighbourhood average of €1,863. However, the floor area of 45 m² is 43% smaller than the average of 79 m² in the area. So while the absolute price is low, you are paying for a compact home. Compared with other rentals in Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs, where prices range from €1,146 to €2,947, this sits at the lower end.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale. This means the home is registered as very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient properties. The label is an official registration and gives a good indication of the home's energy performance.
How close is the nearest supermarket?
A SPAR is just 203 metres away, so you can be there in a couple of minutes. An AH to go is 225 metres away, and a full Albert Heijn is 309 metres from the door. For a bigger shop, a Jumbo is 445 metres away. Daily groceries are very much on your doorstep in this part of Utrecht.
What schools are nearby?
The nearest primary school, odbs Puntenburg, is 542 metres away, with KBS De Pijlstaart and Kindercampus Molenpark both at 587 metres. Montessori Kind Centrum LEF is 651 metres away. For secondary education, Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht is 659 metres from the home. Several options are within a short walk.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.2 kilometres from the apartment. That's roughly a fifteen-minute walk, or a very short cycle. Given the central location, public transport connections are a strong point of this neighbourhood, as one resident notes.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
One resident describes it as wonderful for amenities but very busy, with excellent public transport. They mention that living high up in the apartment means you hardly notice the activity below. The same resident notes not always feeling comfortable walking alone late at night and wishes for more green space, though they do appreciate a green courtyard at the complex.
