Van Vollenhovenlaan 8
Transwijk-Noord, Utrecht
AreaA practical apartment in Transwijk-Noord
This apartment on the Van Vollenhovenlaan sits in Transwijk-Noord, a lively part of Utrecht's Zuidwest district. The area is very strongly urban, with a high address density, and the tram stop is on your doorstep. At €350,000, the asking price is 19% below the neighbourhood average of €431,320, which puts it on the low side compared with other homes currently for sale. For context, the average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,060, and this home is listed at €4,861 per m². If you are looking at apartments in Utrecht, this one stands out for its price point.
Inside the home
Built in 1960, this gallery flat sits on the first living floor and covers 74 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 72 m². It has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The home has double glazing and HR glass, and is heated by block heating. There is a balcony, and the property is in full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €210. The energy label is D, which means you can expect moderate energy costs.
Life in Transwijk-Noord
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 8.26, based on four reviews. One resident says: "A pleasant, easily accessible neighbourhood with many amenities, close to the centre. Great!" Another describes it as "a good neighbourhood to live in with a large shopping centre a 5-minute walk away, two smaller ones on either side of the large shopping centre, and then the city centre is 5-6 minutes away by tram." The same resident notes there are plenty of playgrounds, a sports club nearby, and "greenery everywhere and there is a park nearby where you can enjoy a lovely walk in the evening." The neighbourhood has 4,715 inhabitants, and a large share of them live alone. For a closer look at what this area is like, you can read more about the Transwijk-Noord neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The SPAR express is just around the corner, and both Jumbo and Albert Heijn are a couple of streets away. For schools, UniC secondary school is on your doorstep, and the International School Utrecht is also close by. The nearest GP and pharmacy are at Gezondheidscentrum Kanaleneiland, a five-minute walk. Public transport is well covered: the tram and bus stop at 24 Oktoberplein-Zuid is on your doorstep, with lines 7, 20 and 21, and Utrecht Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Utrecht offers all this and more, as you can see on the page for the municipality of Utrecht.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €337,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 4% above the WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed in line with the local market. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 59 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and industry noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the climate data shows a medium risk of pluvial flooding and an elevated current flood risk, though the flood risk for 2050 is low. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Stap Makelaars and Stap Makelaars on Funda.
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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 Vollenhovenlaan 8, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €350,000 is 19% below the average asking price of €431,320 for homes currently for sale in Transwijk-Noord. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €349,500, so this home is close to that figure. The average asking price per m² is €5,060, while this home is listed at €4,861 per m², based on the agent's floor area.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this gallery flat has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 74 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 72 m². There is a balcony, and the property is in full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €210.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €337,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price of €350,000 is 4% above this value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value, and it is set by the municipality.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public data. The home was built in 1960 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The data also notes that 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970.
What are the nearest amenities and public transport options?
The SPAR express supermarket is just around the corner, with Jumbo and Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. UniC secondary school is on your doorstep, and the International School Utrecht is also close. The nearest GP and pharmacy are at Gezondheidscentrum Kanaleneiland, a five-minute walk. The tram and bus stop at 24 Oktoberplein-Zuid is on your doorstep, with lines 7, 20 and 21, and Utrecht Centraal station is a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents give Transwijk-Noord an average score of 8.26, based on four reviews. One resident says it is "a pleasant, easily accessible neighbourhood with many amenities, close to the centre." Another mentions a large shopping centre a 5-minute walk away, a tram through the neighbourhood, and plenty of playgrounds and greenery. The same resident notes there is little unrest and a police station close by.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The home has double glazing and HR glass, which helps with insulation. The exact monthly costs will depend on your usage and energy prices.
Is there a risk of flooding or heat stress at this address?
According to the climate data, the risk of pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is medium, and the current flood risk is elevated, though the flood risk for 2050 is low. Heat stress is medium both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a property-specific assessment.
