Kanaleneiland-Zuid, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis rental home on Vasco Da Gamalaan is a brand-new apartment, completed in 2025, with an A++ energy label, so it's as efficient as it gets. At 73 m², it's a comfortable size for a couple or a small family. The rent of €1,137 is remarkably keen: it sits 44% below the neighbourhood average of €2,021, making it a very affordable option in Utrecht. For context, apartments in Utrecht typically command higher rents.
The neighbourhood has a strong urban feel, with a very high density of addresses. Based on three reviews, opinions vary. One resident says: "Becoming very criminal-like, don't dare to go outside in the evenings anymore." Another notes: "It's always safe during the day, but walking the streets at night in the dark is impossible as a woman. Housing is good. More and nicer greenery would improve the neighbourhood." A third calls it a "cosy neighbourhood" with good accessibility and many shops. The area has a mix of families and singles, and average incomes are on the lower side. For more on the area, see neighbourhood Kanaleneiland-Zuid.
For your morning bread, Lidl is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn and Jumbo are a ten-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within a couple of streets' distance, including KBS Het Schateiland and Al Hambra. Secondary school Globe College Utrecht vmbo is also nearby. The neighbourhood has a park or public garden on your doorstep, and a GP practice is just around the corner. The municipality Utrecht offers all the amenities you'd expect from a major city.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via REBO Huurwoningen.
Details of this home
Vasco Da Gamalaan 385, Utrecht
Good · 3 residents
Don't dare to go outside in the evenings anymore
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's always safe during the day, but walking the streets at night in the dark is impossible as a woman. Also often seen police chases near shopping centre Nova. Housing is good. More and nicer greenery would improve the neighbourhood. As would making it car-free and banning mopeds.
Auto-translated to English by AIGood accessibility, many shops, nice and green Only rubbish
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About Vasco Da Gamalaan 385, Utrecht
Yes, it's very competitive. The average rent in Kanaleneiland-Zuid is €2,021, so this apartment is 44% below that. Given its new build status and A++ energy label, it's a great deal.
Residents have mixed feelings. Some feel unsafe at night, with reports of criminal activity and police chases. Others find it safe during the day and appreciate the shops and accessibility. The total number of crimes recorded in the neighbourhood is 454, which is relatively high.
The energy label is A++, the highest possible. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, so you can expect low heating and electricity costs. It's a new build (2025), so it meets modern insulation and ventilation standards.
The nearest train station is 3 km away. That's about a 10-minute cycle or a short bus ride.
Yes, Lidl is just around the corner (344 m). Albert Heijn and Jumbo are about a ten-minute walk away. There's also an AH to go and a Coop within a reasonable distance.
Several primary schools are within walking distance: KBS Het Schateiland (116 m), Luc Stevensschool (291 m), and Al Hambra (362 m). For secondary education, Globe College Utrecht vmbo is 426 m away.
On average, rental homes in Kanaleneiland-Zuid are let within 21 days. That's relatively fast, so if you're interested, it's worth acting promptly.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Kanaleneiland-Zuid
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