Weerdsingel O.Z. 1
Lauwerecht, Utrecht
AreaA waterside home in Utrecht
This ground-floor apartment sits right on the water at Weerdsingel O.Z. 1, in the Lauwerecht neighbourhood of Utrecht. It is a 1928 benedenwoning, a type of apartment that occupies the ground floor of a building, with the canal as its setting and an open view. The asking price of €545,000 is on the high side compared with the average for apartments in Utrecht, which currently sits around €542,438 for available homes in this area.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this home has two rooms, one bedroom, one bathroom, and spans two floors with a volume of 328 cubic metres. The BAG registration records a living area of 65 square metres, while the agent lists 88 square metres. The property is fully owned, with a monthly HOA fee of €67. The agent notes roof insulation, double glazing and floor insulation, plus a central heating boiler with partial underfloor heating.
Life in Lauwerecht
Lauwerecht is a compact neighbourhood with around 3,285 residents, many of whom live alone. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 6.79 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "A very nice place to grow up. Living so close to Griftpark was great fun to grow up in, and there are also often neighbourhood parties that make it all a lot closer." Another describes it as a "Village in the City", noting that people greet each other and children play in the street. A third review is far more critical, mentioning noise, litter and social divisions. The neighbourhood has a high address density, typical of a very strongly urban area. For more context, you can read about the Lauwerecht neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
Groceries are easy to find, with an Albert Heijn just around the corner and a Jumbo a couple of streets away. For primary education, Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek is a five-minute walk, and Montessori Kind Centrum LEF is also close by. The nearest GP is Huisartsen Binnenstad, with Service Apotheek Koert Binnenstad nearby. Bus stops on Sint Jacobsstraat and Adelaarstraat are just around the corner, served by lines 1, 3, 6, 7 and 27, and Utrecht Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. The wider municipality of Utrecht offers plenty more within easy reach.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €493,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price sits 11% above this municipal valuation. As for address-level risk data, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific property. Road traffic noise is measured at 60 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise remain below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, and pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, with current and 2050 flood risk both low. Heat stress is currently medium and expected to remain so in 2050.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including BURGERSDIJK MAKELAARS 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.
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About Weerdsingel O.Z. 1, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The WOZ value, set by the municipality with a reference date of 1 January 2025, is €493,000. The asking price of €545,000 is 11% above that figure. This comparison is a factual observation, not a judgement on whether the price is fair. The WOZ value reflects the municipal valuation, which can differ from the current market value.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is a ground-floor apartment with two rooms, one bedroom, one bathroom, and two floors. The total volume is 328 cubic metres. The BAG registration records a living area of 65 square metres, while the agent lists 88 square metres. The property is fully owned, with a monthly HOA fee of €67.
What energy label does this home have?
The home has energy label C. The agent also notes roof insulation, double glazing and floor insulation, along with a central heating boiler and partial underfloor heating. These are separate facts about the property. The energy label gives an indication of expected energy costs, but does not by itself describe the structural condition of the home.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The property was built in 1928, and in this postcode area 88% of buildings date from before 1970. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 2% of buildings in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot.
How noisy is the area around this home?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 60 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 36 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken inside the home itself.
What supermarkets are near this apartment?
There are several supermarkets within easy walking distance. An Albert Heijn is just around the corner at about 214 metres, with another Albert Heijn at 327 metres and a third at 431 metres. A Jumbo is about 484 metres away, and an AH to go is at 542 metres. In total, there are 70 supermarkets within five kilometres.
Which schools are close to this home?
Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek is about 287 metres away, a five-minute walk, with 331 pupils. Montessori Kind Centrum LEF is at 339 metres, and KBS De Pijlstaart at 491 metres. For secondary education, School aan de Singel, offering vwo and havo, is about 658 metres away. There are 129 schools within five kilometres in total.
What public transport options are available nearby?
Bus stops are just around the corner. Utrecht, Sint Jacobsstraat is at 283 metres and serves lines 1, 3, 6, 7 and 27, while Utrecht, Adelaarstraat at 280 metres serves line 1. Utrecht, Oudenoord at 368 metres serves lines 3, 6, 7 and 27. Utrecht Centraal train station is about 911 metres away, a ten-minute walk.
What is the Lauwerecht neighbourhood like?
Lauwerecht has about 3,285 residents, with 67% living alone and an average household size of 1.5. Residents of the wider district give an average score of 6.79 out of 10 based on seven reviews. One resident praises the proximity to Griftpark and neighbourhood parties, while another describes a village-like feel with children playing in the street. A third review is critical, mentioning noise and litter.
How does the price per square metre compare?
Based on the agent's listed living area of 88 square metres, the price per square metre is €6,193. The average price per square metre for available homes in this neighbourhood is €7,485. This comparison uses the agent's floor area figure, which differs from the BAG registration of 65 square metres.
