A modern apartment in the heart of Utrecht
This apartment on the Van Sijpesteijnkade sits in the middle of Utrecht's bustling station area, where the city's energy is right outside your door. Built in 2019 and with an A+ energy label, it is a contemporary home in a lively setting. The 124 m² floor area is 68% larger than the neighbourhood average of 74 m², which makes it a spacious option for the centre. At €1,746 per month, the rent sits below the average of €1,900 for rentals in this area, so it is keenly priced for what you get. For context, apartments in Utrecht vary widely in size and price.
Life in Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs
The Hoog-Catharijne NS en Jaarbeurs neighbourhood is a dense, urban pocket with a young population, where most households are single people. 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 same resident notes a desire for more green space, though they appreciate a "very nice green courtyard at the apartment complex." This is based on one review, so it reflects one person's experience of daily life here.
Daily life on the street
For daily shopping, a SPAR is just around the corner, and an AH to go is a couple of streets away, with a full Albert Heijn within a five-minute walk. The Jumbo is also close by, so groceries are never far. For families, several primary schools are within a ten-minute walk, including odbs Puntenburg and KBS De Pijlstaart, while Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht provides secondary education nearby. The train station is a short distance away, making commutes straightforward. The municipality of Utrecht offers all the amenities you would expect from a major city.
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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 63, Utrecht
Is €1,746 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,746 is below the average of €1,900 for rentals in this neighbourhood, and the median is €1,679. Given the 124 m² floor area, which is well above the neighbourhood average of 74 m², the price per square metre works out favourably compared to the average of €25.44 per m². It sits in the middle of the local range, which spans from €1,146 to €3,500.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A+, which is the most efficient category. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs. The label is an official registration, so it reflects the property's energy performance as assessed at the time of registration.
How does the floor area compare to other rentals here?
At 124 m², this apartment is 68% larger than the neighbourhood average of 74 m² for rentals. That makes it a notably spacious option in this part of Utrecht, where many rentals are considerably smaller. The extra space is reflected in the rent, but the price per square metre is still below the local average.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
The neighbourhood is busy and urban, with a young population and many single-person households. One resident says it is "wonderful to live in the centre" for amenities, but notes it is "very busy and not accessible by car." Public transport is described as excellent. The same resident mentions a lack of green space, though there is a courtyard at the apartment complex.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
A SPAR is just 203 metres away, and an AH to go is 225 metres, so quick errands are very convenient. A full Albert Heijn is 309 metres away, and another Albert Heijn is at 386 metres. A Jumbo is 445 metres from the home, giving you several options for weekly shopping within a short walk.
What schools are nearby?
Several primary schools are within a short walk, including odbs Puntenburg at 542 metres and KBS De Pijlstaart at 587 metres. Kindercampus Molenpark is also at 587 metres, and Montessori Kind Centrum LEF is at 651 metres. For secondary education, Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht is 659 metres away.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.2 kilometres from the home. That is a manageable distance on foot or by bike, and the resident review notes that public transport in the area is excellent. The station connects you to the wider region, though specific destinations are not listed here.
