Het Zand-Oost, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Vuurvlindersingel sits in the green Leidsche Rijn district, a planned area with wide streets and plenty of parks. At 125 m² it is larger than many rentals in the city, and with energy label A it is efficient to heat. The rent of €2,178 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €2,044, but the size and modern build (2010) justify the premium. For context, this is one of six apartments currently available for rent in Het Zand-Oost, and the price per m² (€17.40) is in line with the local market. If you are looking for apartments in Utrecht, this one stands out for its generous floor plan.
Het Zand-Oost is a family-oriented part of Leidsche Rijn, with 74% single-family homes and a high proportion of households with children. The area feels spacious and green, with a park just a couple of streets away. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS data shows a young population: many residents are between 25 and 45, and the average household size is 2.9. The urbanity level is very strong (address density 2,915), yet the neighbourhood has a calm, suburban character. For more details, see the Het Zand-Oost neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: a Lidl is just around the corner, and a Jumbo and Vomar are within a ten-minute walk. For primary schools, Obs Het Zand is on your doorstep, and Montessorischool Arcade is a five-minute walk away. Secondary school Leidsche Rijn College is about a ten-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk, making commuting straightforward. The neighbourhood also has a GP practice and a restaurant within walking distance. For broader amenities, the municipality of Utrecht offers everything from cultural venues to shopping centres.
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Vuurvlindersingel 355, Utrecht
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About Vuurvlindersingel 355, Utrecht
The rent is above the neighbourhood average of €2,044, but this apartment is also larger than average (125 m² vs 116 m²) and has an A energy label, which keeps utility costs down. The price per m² (€17.40) is in line with the local market, so the premium reflects the extra space and modern build.
Het Zand-Oost is very family-friendly: 74% of homes are single-family houses, and many households have children. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and the area has parks and playgrounds nearby. The average household size is 2.9, indicating a lot of families live here.
The nearest train station is 1.1 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to Utrecht Centraal or other cities.
There are several supermarkets within walking distance: Lidl at 714 m, SPAR express at 749 m, Jumbo at 822 m, Vomar at 838 m, and Aldi at 870 m. So daily shopping is very convenient.
Yes, the energy label is A, which means it is very efficient. You can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs compared to older homes.
Currently there are 6 apartments for rent in Het Zand-Oost, with prices ranging from €1,645 to €2,950. This one is at the higher end, but it is also one of the largest.
Primary schools within walking distance include Obs Het Zand (307 m), Montessorischool Arcade (373 m), and De Oase (461 m). For secondary education, Leidsche Rijn College is 706 m away.
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