A bright maisonette on a quiet street
This maisonette apartment on the Waalstraat sits in the Rivierenwijk, a part of Utrecht where the streets feel calm and the centre is within easy reach. Built in 2005, the home spans two floors and comes with an energy label A, which is an efficient label. The asking price is €675,000. For context, the average asking price in the neighbourhood is €503,219, and the average asking price per m² is €6,988, while this home is listed at €5,192 per m². If you are looking at apartments in Utrecht, this one stands out for its size.
A spacious layout over two floors
The home offers 130 m² of living space, which matches the BAG registration and the agent's listing. With five rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, the layout is generous for an apartment. The maisonette is on the second living floor, and the property is in full ownership, so there is no ground lease to consider. The agent describes the setting as on a quiet road, in the centre and in a residential area. The volume of the home is 414 m³, which gives a sense of the space inside.
Life in the Rivierenwijk
Residents give the Rivierenwijk an average score of 7.03, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Such a beautiful neighbourhood and it keeps getting more beautiful, especially with the improvements to the Jutfaseweg." Another resident notes: "I can get to almost all my groceries or other necessities within 5 minutes by bike. But I do miss some green." A third review is less positive, mentioning safety concerns and litter. The neighbourhood has around 9,155 inhabitants, and about 38% are between 25 and 45 years old. The housing stock is mixed, with 46% owner-occupied homes. For more on the area, see the Rivierenwijk neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
The Coop supermarket is on your doorstep, just 59 metres away, and the Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. For primary education, OBS Maaspleinschool is just around the corner, and KBS Gertrudis is nearby. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk De Greev is a couple of streets away, and the pharmacy Apotheek Pluymaekers BV is on your doorstep. The bus stop Utrecht, Waalstraat is on your doorstep, served by line 1, and Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Utrecht offers a wide range of services and connections, as you can see on the page for the municipality of Utrecht.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so there is no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. The address does come with some area-level risk indications. Road traffic noise is measured at 64 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway noise is at 37 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, with 3% of properties in the area showing 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. These are indications at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Fits Makelaars & Taxateurs 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.
Frequently asked questions
About Waalstraat 166D, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the Rivierenwijk?
The asking price of €675,000 is 34% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €503,219. The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €6,988, while this home is listed at €5,192 per m². The home is larger than the neighbourhood average, with 130 m² of living space compared with the average of 78 m². No judgement is given on whether the price is high or low.
What is the layout of this maisonette apartment?
The home has five rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 130 m², and the volume is 414 m³. It is a maisonette on the second living floor. The property is in full ownership, so there is no ground lease. The agent describes the setting as on a quiet road, in the centre and in a residential area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The label is a fact about the home's energy performance, and it does not say anything about the construction or insulation beyond what is stated. The home was built in 2005, which is relatively recent.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, based on area-level data from the Klimaateffectatlas. In the surrounding area, 3% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an indication at area level, not an inspection of this specific home. The risk level is stated as low, which means the chance of foundation issues is considered limited.
What are the noise levels around this home?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 64 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is measured at 37 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These figures come from public data at address level and are indications, not measurements taken at the property. The noise levels are part of the area-level risk data for this location.
Which supermarkets are closest to this home?
The Coop supermarket is just 59 metres away, so it is on your doorstep. The Albert Heijn is 420 metres away, which is a couple of streets away. A Lidl and a PLUS are both around 730 metres away. With several options within a short walk, daily groceries are easy to get.
What schools are near this apartment?
OBS Maaspleinschool is 279 metres away, and KBS Gertrudis is 281 metres away, both primary schools. De Wereldwijzer is 358 metres away, and Auris Rotsoord, a special education school, is 526 metres away. For secondary education, the nearest school is 0.8 km away. The distances are based on the nearest schools in the area.
How is the public transport connection from this home?
The bus stop Utrecht, Waalstraat is 25 metres away, served by line 1. Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn train station is 759 metres away, which is about a ten-minute walk. There are also bus stops at Maasplein and Balijelaan within 400 metres, with lines 1 and 29. The train station provides rail connections, though specific destinations are not stated.
What do residents say about living in the Rivierenwijk?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.03, based on three reviews. One resident praises the area, saying it is beautiful and improving, especially with the Jutfaseweg improvements. Another resident appreciates the accessibility but misses green space. A third review raises concerns about safety and litter. The reviews reflect a mix of positive and negative experiences.
Is there a risk of flooding at this address?
The current flood risk is elevated, but by 2050 it is expected to be low. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium. These are area-level indications from public risk data, not an assessment of this specific home. The risk levels are stated as they are, without further interpretation.
