Van Sijpesteijnkade 495
Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs · 3521 AH Utrecht
A modern apartment in the heart of Utrecht
This apartment on Van Sijpesteijnkade sits in the middle of Utrecht, a stone's throw from the station and the lively centre. Built in 2019, it comes with an A energy label, so it is a very efficient home to run. At €1,235 per month, the rent sat well below the average for apartments in Utrecht, which made it a keen option in this part of town. This home has not been online since 26 October 2026.
Life in Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs
The Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs neighbourhood is busy, central and well connected. One resident describes it as: "Busy but because the apartment is high up you hardly notice it!" They add that amenities are wonderful, public transport is excellent, but the area can feel uncomfortable late at night and lacks green space. Based on one review, this is a neighbourhood with a real trade-off between convenience and calm.
Daily life around the corner
For daily shopping, a SPAR is just around the corner, with an AH to go and a full Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, odbs Puntenburg, is a ten-minute walk, and Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht is also within walking distance for secondary education. The train station is a short stroll, making commutes easy. The municipality of Utrecht offers everything you might need from a city centre.
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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 495, Utrecht
Was €1,235 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,235 was well below the average of €2,232 for rentals in the neighbourhood, and also below the median of €2,075. The apartment was 45 m², which was smaller than the neighbourhood average of 82 m², so the price per square metre was relatively low. Given the modern build and central location, the rent appeared keen compared with other listings in the area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale. The label is an official registration, and it reflects the building's energy performance as certified.
How close is the nearest supermarket?
A SPAR is about 200 metres away, so it is on your doorstep for quick groceries. An AH to go is just over 200 metres, and a full Albert Heijn is about 300 metres away. For a wider choice, a Jumbo is roughly 450 metres from the apartment. Daily shopping is very convenient from this location.
What are the schools like nearby?
The nearest primary school, odbs Puntenburg, is about 550 metres away, and Kindercampus Molenpark is just over 580 metres. For secondary education, Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht is about 650 metres. Several other primary schools are within a short walk, so families have options within the neighbourhood.
How is public transport from this apartment?
The train station is about 1.2 kilometres away, which is a short walk or a quick cycle. The neighbourhood is described by a resident as having excellent public transport, and being in the centre of Utrecht, trams and buses are easily accessible. This makes commuting to other parts of the city or beyond straightforward.
What is the neighbourhood like for safety and quiet?
One resident notes that the area is busy and can feel uncomfortable walking alone late at night due to homeless people and other individuals. However, they also mention that being high up in the apartment means you hardly notice the bustle. The neighbourhood is lively and central, but it is not the quietest part of Utrecht.
