Wijk C, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Waterstraat sits in one of Utrecht's oldest streets, with a 15th-century building that has been brought up to modern standards with an A+ energy label. At 112 m² it is spacious, especially for a rental in the city centre. The rent of €2,650 is 50% above the neighbourhood average of €1,766, which reflects the generous size and location. For context, the average rental apartment in Utrecht is 68 m², so this one is 65% larger. Apartments in Utrecht are in short supply, and this one is priced accordingly.
Wijk C is the historic core of Utrecht, with a very high density of 6,460 addresses per km². It is a neighbourhood of mostly single-person households (705 out of 1,390 residents) and young adults aged 25-45 (650). One resident describes it as a "Perfect location closer to city centre", adding: "Living so close to the city centre has pros and cons. Main con is noise. But we love how walkable this neighborhood is to everything in the city centre. We can't imagine living the same lifestyle if we live further away." The neighbourhood Wijk C has a high number of recorded crimes (624), which is typical for a very urban centre. The average household size is just 1.4, reflecting the many singles and couples without children.
For groceries, you have an Albert Heijn just around the corner and another a couple of streets away. A restaurant is on your doorstep. The nearest primary school is Montessori Kind Centrum LEF, a five-minute walk, and secondary education is within walking distance at School aan de Singel. The municipality Utrecht offers excellent amenities, with a train station a ten-minute walk away and a park or public garden within a ten-minute walk.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including 365Makelaardij, Pararius, and Funda. The agent has provided full details on the property, including floor area, year of construction, and energy label.
Details of this home
Waterstraat 9A, Utrecht
Very good · 1 resident
Living so close to the city centre has pros and cons. Main con is noise. But we love how walkable this neighborhood is to everything in the city centre. We can't imagine living the same lifestyle if we live further away.
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About Waterstraat 9A, Utrecht
The rent is 50% above the neighbourhood average of €1,766, but the apartment is also 65% larger than the average rental in the area (112 m² vs 68 m²). Given the A+ energy label, historic building, and central location, the price is in line with what you get for your money.
One resident notes that the main con of living so close to the city centre is noise. However, they also say the walkability and lifestyle make it worthwhile. If you are sensitive to street noise, you may want to consider the apartment's orientation.
The apartment has an A+ energy label, which is very efficient. This means heating and electricity costs are likely to be low compared to older buildings. The building dates from 1450 but has been upgraded to modern standards.
Utrecht Centraal station is 1.6 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes commuting by train very convenient.
Yes, there are several Albert Heijn supermarkets within a few minutes' walk: one at 234 m, another at 319 m, and a third at 330 m. There is also an AH to go at 401 m and Boon's Markt at 460 m.
Primary schools within walking distance include Montessori Kind Centrum LEF (297 m), Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek (428 m), and KBS De Pijlstaart (441 m). For secondary education, School aan de Singel is 697 m away.
Wijk C has a total of 624 recorded crimes, which is high. This is typical for a very urban city centre with a high density of people and nightlife. Many residents still find it a desirable place to live because of its central location.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Wijk C
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