A modern apartment in Dichterswijk
This apartment on Veilingstraat sits in Dichterswijk, a neighbourhood that has seen a lot of new building in recent years. The home itself dates from 2007 and carries an A energy label, so it is efficient to run. At €2,350 per month, the rent sits above the neighbourhood average of €2,078, which is in line with the premium for a newer, well-rated property. For context, apartments in Utrecht typically command similar figures.
The Dichterswijk neighbourhood
Dichterswijk has a mixed reputation, and the single review on reflects that. One resident, TopBoy28, says: "This neighbourhood used to be a deprived area with many problems. Now a lot of new buildings have been built. But behind the walls of the houses, there are still problems." They add that "the neighbourhood has been nicely renovated and looks better than before," and that schools have been renovated for the little children. Based on one review, it is a place in transition, with visible improvements alongside lingering issues. The area is home to many single-person households, and the average household size is small. For more context, see the Dichterswijk neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from here. The nearest PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away, so bread and groceries are never far. For school runs, Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter is a couple of streets away, with odbs Puntenburg a bit further. Secondary options include Descart, also within walking distance. The train station is about 1.3 km away, which is a manageable walk or a short cycle. The wider area falls under the municipality of Utrecht, which brings a full range of amenities within reach.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed only via VGW Housing.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Veilingstraat 59, Utrecht
Is €2,350 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is above the neighbourhood average of €2,078 and the median of €1,865. However, this is a newer apartment with an A energy label, which typically commands a premium. The average price per square metre in the area is €25.05, and at 81 m² this home works out to about €29 per m², so it is on the higher side but reflects the property's modern spec.
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 designed to keep energy costs relatively low compared to less efficient labels. The label is an official registration, so it reflects the property's rated efficiency at the time of assessment.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The closest supermarket is a PLUS at about 234 metres, so it is just around the corner. An Albert Heijn is about 665 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. There are also an AH to go and a SPAR within about 750 metres, giving plenty of options for daily shopping.
What schools are near this apartment?
Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter is about 294 metres away, making it a couple of streets from the door. odbs Puntenburg is about 681 metres, and Basisschool Anne Frank is about 880 metres. For secondary education, Descart is about 776 metres away. All are within a comfortable walking distance.
How far is the train station?
The train station is about 1.3 km from the apartment. That is roughly a fifteen-minute walk or a short cycle.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Based on one review, Dichterswijk is in transition. The resident notes that many new buildings have been built and the area looks better than before, but also mentions that problems persist behind the facades. The review scores the neighbourhood 7.13 out of 10, reflecting a mixed but improving picture.
