Westerdijk 18T
Pijlsweerd-Zuid, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodA modern apartment in Utrecht's Pijlsweerd-Zuid
This apartment on Westerdijk feels light and contemporary, built in 2013 with an A energy label. With 85 m² of living space, it's a comfortable size for a couple or single person. The asking price of €599,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average, but reflects the modern build and efficiency. For context, apartments in Utrecht sell for a median of around €499,000.
The Pijlsweerd-Zuid neighbourhood
Pijlsweerd-Zuid is a lively area close to the city centre, with a mix of students and young professionals. Based on four reviews, residents appreciate the safety and convenience. One resident says: "No matter when you go out on the street, it always feels safe." Another notes: "It's a 10-minute walk from the centre, which is great. No noise at night." Some residents mention a lack of greenery, but the area is well-served by shops and public transport. The neighbourhood has a high proportion of single-person households and a young population, with most residents aged 25-45. For more on the area, see the Pijlsweerd-Zuid neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy: an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Jumbo is a couple of streets away. For primary education, Montessori Kind Centrum LEF and KBS De Pijlstaart are both within a five-minute walk. Secondary school Al Amana College Utrecht is also nearby. The city centre is a ten-minute walk, and the train station is about 1.8 km away. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Utrecht.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Lauteslager Makelaars.
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About Westerdijk 18T, Utrecht
Is €599,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €599,000 is above the neighbourhood median of €499,000 and the average sold price of €526,178. However, this apartment is modern (built in 2013) with an A energy label, which justifies a premium. The price per m² is about €7,047, slightly above the neighbourhood average of €6,948.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means you can expect relatively low energy costs. The label is an official registration from EP-Online.
How safe is the Pijlsweerd-Zuid neighbourhood?
Residents consistently mention feeling safe. One review says: "No matter when you go out on the street, it always feels safe." Another notes the proximity to the police station. The total number of crimes recorded in the neighbourhood is 283, but residents report good social control.
What shops and schools are nearby?
Several supermarkets are within walking distance: Albert Heijn at 350 m, Jumbo at 369 m, and Aldi at 425 m. Primary schools include Montessori Kind Centrum LEF (385 m) and KBS De Pijlstaart (407 m). Secondary school Al Amana College Utrecht is 378 m away.
How far is the city centre and public transport?
The city centre is about a ten-minute walk. Utrecht Centraal station is 1.8 km away, so about a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride. The neighbourhood is well connected by public transport.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of demographics?
Pijlsweerd-Zuid has a young population: most residents are between 25 and 45 years old. There are many single-person households (1,775 out of 2,640 households). The area is urban with a high address density of 5,909 per km².
Experiences from Pijlsweerd-Zuid
How residents experience their neighbourhood
The neighbourhood is getting greener and more beautiful! But there is still room for improvement (and that will happen in 2025/2026). The municipality could pay a bit more attention to litter. Although it's also just busy because of the many tourists and students due to the location. In terms of layout, it's nice, good and friendly neighbours! Good social control. No matter when you go out on the street, it always feels safe. There are a few (primary) schools in the neighbourhood and many shops for your daily groceries. Vredenburg is a 10-minute walk, if you want something different. As for housing, I can't say much, houses sell quickly and there is always some rental supply, but just like in the rest of Utrecht, it's all quickly taken. It's an old neighbourhood, so not much can be built/created in terms of living space.
Auto-translated to English by AII always feel safe in this neighbourhood, perhaps because it's close to the police station. It's a 10-minute walk from the centre, which is great. No noise at night. I do really miss greenery in the area. I also notice that misplaced rubbish or litter is not cleaned up quickly; that could be improved.
Auto-translated to English by AII think it's a nice neighbourhood. Even though it's so close to the centre, I experience little nuisance. Supermarkets within walking distance, well accessible by public transport and quiet but not boring. Close to the police station so they often drive by but in principle nothing ever happens here. There is no greenery here, I miss that, a small park or something would be nice.
Auto-translated to English by AIvery nice!
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Pijlsweerd-Zuid
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €521,379 | €495,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,059 | – |
| Rent price | €1,922 p/m | €1,761 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €21 p/m | – |
Experiences from Noordwest
How residents experience their district
I'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 AIJust nice and stuff
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is getting greener and more beautiful! But there is still room for improvement (and that will happen in 2025/2026). The municipality could pay a bit more attention to litter. Although it's also just busy because of the many tourists and students due to the location. In terms of layout, it's nice, good and friendly neighbours! Good social control. No matter when you go out on the street, it always feels safe. There are a few (primary) schools in the neighbourhood and many shops for your daily groceries. Vredenburg is a 10-minute walk, if you want something different. As for housing, I can't say much, houses sell quickly and there is always some rental supply, but just like in the rest of Utrecht, it's all quickly taken. It's an old neighbourhood, so not much can be built/created in terms of living space.
Auto-translated to English by AII always feel safe in this neighbourhood, perhaps because it's close to the police station. It's a 10-minute walk from the centre, which is great. No noise at night. I do really miss greenery in the area. I also notice that misplaced rubbish or litter is not cleaned up quickly; that could be improved.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is divided into 2 between the original residents and the new ones, this is clearly noticeable with houses being pelted with eggs and fireworks and the police do nothing.
Auto-translated to English by AIPoorly maintained public spaces
Auto-translated to English by AII think it's a nice neighbourhood. Even though it's so close to the centre, I experience little nuisance. Supermarkets within walking distance, well accessible by public transport and quiet but not boring. Close to the police station so they often drive by but in principle nothing ever happens here. There is no greenery here, I miss that, a small park or something would be nice.
Auto-translated to English by AIvery nice!
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Noordwest
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €485,044 | €459,254 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,217 | – |
| Rent price | €1,997 p/m | €1,920 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 p/m | – |
Experiences from Utrecht
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.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Utrecht
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €611,017 | €539,433 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,844 | – |
| Rent price | €1,917 p/m | €1,902 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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Westerdijk 18T, Utrecht
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