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Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on the Van Sijpesteijnkade sits high above the city bustle, offering a surprisingly quiet retreat in the middle of everything. At 45 m² it is compact, but the 2019 build means a modern layout and efficient use of space. The rent of €1,146 is 44% below the neighbourhood average of €2,045, which is keen for a new-build apartment in the centre. For context, the average rent per m² in the area is €26.84, so this home is priced well below that. See apartments in Utrecht for more options.
This is Utrecht's transport and business hub, dominated by the station and conference centre. One resident describes it as "busy but because the apartment is high up you hardly notice it!" They add: "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." The neighbourhood has a very high address density (5,225 per km²) and is mostly made up of single-person households (725 out of 1,225 households). The average household size is just 1.5, reflecting the many young professionals and students. For more on the area, see the Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs neighbourhood.
Daily errands are a breeze: SPAR is just around the corner, and AH to go is a couple of streets away. For a full shop, Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. Primary schools are within a ten-minute walk: odbs Puntenburg and Kindercampus Molenpark. Secondary education is also close, with Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht. The central station is a ten-minute walk away, making commuting easy. For more on the wider area, see 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.
About Van Sijpesteijnkade 517, Utrecht
Yes, it is keen. The average rent in the neighbourhood is €2,045, and the average per m² is €26.84. At €1,146 for 45 m², you are paying well below both averages. The apartment is also a 2019 build with an A energy label, so running costs should be low.
One resident notes they 'never feel comfortable walking alone late at night because of all the homeless people and creepy individuals.' The total number of crimes recorded in the neighbourhood is 3,223, which is high for a small area. However, the resident also says the apartment itself feels safe because it is high up.
Excellent. The resident says 'public transport is excellent,' and the central station is 1.4 km away, a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood is Utrecht's main transport hub, so trains, buses and trams are all within easy reach.
The resident mentions there should be 'much more green space in the centre' but notes the apartment complex has 'a very nice green courtyard.' The nearest park or public garden is 0.9 km away, about a ten-minute walk.
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label. This means the home is well insulated and has efficient heating, so you can expect low energy costs. The label is officially registered in EP-Online.
The resident says the area is 'not accessible by car,' and the listing does not mention parking. Utrecht city centre has limited parking and is largely car-free. You would likely need to rely on public transport or use a park-and-ride facility.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
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.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €853,400 | €690,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,353 | – |
| Rent price | €2,045 p/m | €1,995 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €27 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
I live on the Singel, which is quite busy with traffic, but the streets behind it (between the Singel and the railway) are actually very quiet and peaceful. This is also because there are few amenities in this part. However, you can easily reach all necessary shops on foot. Due to the few cafés in these streets, there is little sense of community. The quiet streets behind the house can sometimes be scary when you have to walk through them at night. Especially the stretch from the central station to home passes dark parks and offices that are empty in the evening. Living on the Singel, apart from the traffic, is very nice because you can (run) along the Singel in the greenery straight away. Hygiene is fine. The bins are not often too full.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving so close to the city centre has pros and cons. Main con is noise. But we love how walkable this neighborhood is to everything in the city centre. We can't imagine living the same lifestyle if we live further away.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in the Zeven Steegjes all my life and really enjoy it here
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here my whole life and have always enjoyed it.
Auto-translated to English by AIIn 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.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice area to live in. The location is pleasant, but it's the centre so there's almost always noise pollution. Of course that's to be expected. However, the surroundings aren't very hygienic. In the courtyard where we live, there are many restaurants that dump their waste in the alleys. That's a shame.
Auto-translated to English by AIStreet full of shops and cosiness. Nice and bustling sometimes also noisy but that's not the residents' fault haha
Auto-translated to English by AII grew up there. It's quiet. Twijnstraat is beautiful. We hardly have any trouble with Altrecht. It's also nice that that's possible in the city. The neighbours are nice.
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| Sale price | €738,558 | €623,508 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,919 | – |
| Rent price | €2,072 p/m | €2,103 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €27 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Leuke 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.
Auto-translated to English by AIThings could be better, like installing cameras so we can see who dumps rubbish, but we also have an app so I have nothing to complain about; we help each other when we can.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €598,508 | €548,027 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,530 | – |
| Rent price | €1,908 p/m | €1,882 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
Van Sijpesteijnkade 517, Utrecht
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