Dichterswijk, Utrecht
This apartment on Voorsterbeeklaan 96 sits in Dichterswijk, a neighbourhood in the Zuidwest district of Utrecht. The area is lively and diverse, with a mix of old and new housing. The asking price of €600,000 is 3% below the WOZ value, which puts it on the sharp side compared to the average of €635,500 for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. For more context, you can compare with other apartments in Utrecht.
Built in 2012, this apartment is on the third floor and has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 85 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 89 m². It comes with a balcony and a parking spot. The home is fully insulated and heated by district heating. The ground lease is municipal, but it has been bought off in perpetuity, so there is no annual ground rent. The homeowners' association fee is €196.63 per month.
Dichterswijk is a neighbourhood with about 5,800 residents, many of whom live alone. Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.36 based on twelve reviews. One resident says: "Good and cosy, going well, contact with fellow residents friendly and attentive." Another mentions: "Becoming very criminal-like, don't dare to go outside in the evenings anymore." The reviews reflect a mixed experience. The neighbourhood has a high address density, making it a very urban area. To learn more, see the Dichterswijk neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy from here. The PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. For primary education, Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter is on your doorstep, and secondary school Descart is a ten-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk De Greev is a couple of streets away, and Apotheek Buijs is just around the corner. Bus stops are nearby: Utrecht, Brederoplein with line 1 is just around the corner, and Utrecht, Dr. M.A. Tellegenlaan with lines 65, 66, 74, N5, N6, N7, and 102 is a five-minute walk. Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn station is a ten-minute walk. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Utrecht.
According to the municipality, the WOZ value was €621,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 3% below this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 48%, from €419,000 to €621,000. As for address risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, with 4% of properties in the area having an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, and the current flood risk is elevated, though by 2050 it is expected to be low. Heat stress is currently low, but medium by 2050.
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Punt Makelaars Utrecht.
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Details of this home
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 Voorsterbeeklaan 96, Utrecht
The asking price is €600,000, while the WOZ value as of 1 January 2025 is €621,000. This means the asking price is 3% below the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not necessarily the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 48%, from €419,000 in 2020 to €621,000 in 2025.
According to the agent, this apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on one floor. It is located on the third floor. The living area is 85 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 89 m². The home also has a balcony and a parking spot. The volume is 287 m³.
The energy label is A+, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have lower energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also states that the home is fully insulated. However, the energy label does not guarantee specific energy costs, as these depend on usage and other factors.
The ground lease is municipal property, but it has been bought off in perpetuity. This means there is no annual ground rent to pay. The ownership is described as 'Gemeentelijk eigendom belast met erfpacht (Eeuwigdurend afgekocht)', which translates to municipal ownership subject to ground lease, with the ground lease permanently bought off.
According to area-level data, the noise from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Noise from rail traffic is 37 dB Lden, which is not above the norm, and industrial noise is 46 dB Lden, also not above the norm. These are indications for the area, not measurements for this specific home.
The foundation risk indication for this area is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 4% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication and does not mean this specific home has any foundation issues.
Area-level data indicates that pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium. The current flood risk is elevated, but by 2050 it is expected to be low. Heat stress is currently low, but by 2050 it is expected to be medium. These are indications for the area, not predictions for this specific property.
The nearest supermarket is PLUS, located about 227 metres away, which is just around the corner. Albert Heijn is about 521 metres away, a five-minute walk. Other options include Coop at 649 metres and another Coop at 889 metres. There are 71 supermarkets within 5 kilometres.
Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter is a primary school just 130 metres away, on your doorstep. For secondary education, Descart is about 690 metres away, a ten-minute walk. Other primary schools include KBS Gertrudis at 699 metres and Basisschool Anne Frank at 725 metres.
There are several bus stops nearby. Utrecht, Brederoplein with bus line 1 is about 256 metres away, just around the corner. Utrecht, Van der Goesstraat with line 1 is 348 metres away. Utrecht, Dr. M.A. Tellegenlaan with lines 65, 66, 74, N5, N6, N7, and 102 is 395 metres away. The nearest train station is Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn, about 967 metres away, a ten-minute walk.
Residents of the district give an average score of 7.36 based on twelve reviews. One resident says: "Good and cosy, going well, contact with fellow residents friendly and attentive." Another says: "Becoming very criminal-like, don't dare to go outside in the evenings anymore." The reviews reflect a mix of positive and negative experiences.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
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. Apart from that, there are many racists living here. The neighbourhood has been nicely renovated and looks better than before. In the meantime, schools have been renovated for the little children.
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| Sale price | €594,952 | €550,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,743 | – |
| Rent price | €2,107 p/m | €2,000 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €26 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
The houses are going to the immigrant community and status holders AZC. Neighbourhood is getting dirtier, stinks, neighbourhood no longer has neighbour contacts, everyone just does their own thing.
Auto-translated to English by AIGoing well, contact with fellow residents friendly and attentive
Auto-translated to English by AIDon't dare to go outside in the evenings anymore
Auto-translated to English by AISuch a beautiful neighbourhood and it keeps getting more beautiful, especially with the improvements to the Jutfaseweg.
Auto-translated to English by AIA pleasant, easily accessible neighbourhood with many amenities, close to the centre. Great!
Auto-translated to English by AIAt the moment the neighbourhood is not very safe. Drugs are traded on the car park, laughing gas is also used, cartridges lie on the car park. Then the rubbish bins... are emptied poorly, everyone dumps bulky waste next to them... So yes, the neighbourhood is going downhill fast! Enforcement is hard to find, as is the police.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's 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. There is a secondary school (Unic), a public primary school (Anne Frank School) and an international primary school in the area. There is also a sports club nearby where children can join for tennis, hockey, football, gymnastics, baseball, etc. There are bus stops everywhere and a tram runs through the neighbourhood, making it easily accessible. There are plenty of playgrounds, although they could do with a bit of sprucing up. It's a fairly quiet neighbourhood and I've never really had any trouble with people. There is little to no unrest in the area and there is also a police station close by. The streets can be dirty now and then, but there are always people from the neighbourhood who voluntarily keep them clean themselves. Sometimes the rubbish can sit by the bins a bit too long. There is greenery everywhere and there is a park nearby where you can enjoy a lovely walk in the evening. The only thing missing is a clear sense of community in the neighbourhood, but they are trying to create more togetherness with the neighbourhood drinks that are held, the community centre and the regular meetings.
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.
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| Sale price | €536,676 | €461,081 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,712 | – |
| Rent price | €1,821 p/m | €1,792 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
De Nieuwegracht is een rustige en schone kant van het centrum van Utrecht. Aan de overkant ligt een mooi park en een grote weide. Hier is het over het algemeen rustig, soms helaas niet heel schoon. Op de wandelpaden liggen op sommige plekken erg veel sigaretten. De buurt is erg goed bereikbaar op de fiets en te voet. De auto is niet aan te raden, hoewel de Nieuwegracht in vergelijking met de Oudegracht en Twijnstraat veel makkelijker is voor auto's.
Auto-translated to English by AILeuke 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.
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| Sale price | €591,939 | €537,315 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,532 | – |
| Rent price | €1,929 p/m | €1,904 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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