Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis 2021-built apartment on Van Sijpesteijnkade sits right in the thick of things, with the station and city centre on your doorstep. At 68 m² it's a compact but efficient home, and with an A+ energy label it's very energy-efficient. The rent of €1,692 is 24% below the neighbourhood average of €2,239, making it a keen price for the area. Compared to other apartments in Utrecht, this one stands out for its low rent and high energy performance.
This is a busy, central neighbourhood dominated by the station and trade fair complex. The one resident review sums it up: "Busy but because the apartment is high up you hardly notice it!" They appreciate the excellent amenities and public transport but note it's not car-friendly and can feel unsafe late at night due to homeless people. The area has a very high address density (5,225 per km²) and is mostly young adults aged 25-45. It's a place for those who want everything on their doorstep, not for peace and quiet. For more context, see the Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs neighbourhood.
Your daily shopping is just around the corner: a SPAR is 200 metres away, an AH to go 250 metres, and a full Albert Heijn 270 metres. For school runs, Kindercampus Molenpark (primary) is a five-minute walk, and Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht (secondary) is about 600 metres away. The area is packed with restaurants and cafes, with the nearest just 200 metres away. The municipality of Utrecht keeps the centre lively with events and markets, so there's always something going on. See the municipality of Utrecht for more on the wider area.
At the time of writing the home is listed only.
Details of this home
Van Sijpesteijnkade 13P, Utrecht
Satisfactory · 1 resident
In 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.
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About Van Sijpesteijnkade 13P, Utrecht
Yes, it's a keen price. The average rent in the neighbourhood is €2,239, so this apartment is 24% below that. For a 68 m² apartment with an A+ label in the centre of Utrecht, that's very competitive.
The energy label is A+, which is the highest rating. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect low heating and electricity costs. The apartment was built in 2021, so it meets modern insulation standards.
It's extremely central, with supermarkets, restaurants, and public transport all within a few minutes' walk. The resident review mentions it's busy but the apartment is high up so noise isn't an issue. However, it's not car-friendly and some feel unsafe at night.
Utrecht Centraal station is 1.4 km away, about a 15-minute walk. The neighbourhood is built around the station, so connections are excellent.
There are several primary schools within a five-minute walk, including Kindercampus Molenpark (540 m) and odbs Puntenburg (582 m). For secondary education, Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht is 617 m away.
The listing does not state whether it is furnished or unfurnished.
The floor area is 68 m², but the layout is not specified.
The listing does not mention parking. The neighbourhood is not car-friendly, as noted in the resident review, so parking may be limited or paid.
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