Het Zand-Oost, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Willem Frederik Hermansstraat feels fresh and modern, finished to a high standard in 2024. It sits in Het Zand-Oost, a family-friendly part of Leidsche Rijn. At €545,000, the asking price is 34% below the neighbourhood average of €819,900, a keen price for a new-build home. Compared to other apartments in Utrecht, this one stands out for its energy efficiency and contemporary finish.
Het Zand-Oost is a young, lively area with many families, nearly 60% of households have children. The streets are green and quiet, with a park just a couple of streets away. Most homes here were built after 2010, and the vast majority have top energy labels. Average incomes are above the city norm. For a closer look at the area, see the Het Zand-Oost neighbourhood.
Your daily shopping is sorted: Vomar is on your doorstep, Aldi just around the corner, and Albert Heijn a five-minute walk. For school runs, Obs Het Zand, De Oase and Montessorischool Arcade are all within a five-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk away, and the city centre is easily reachable by bike. The area falls under the municipality of Utrecht, which keeps the public spaces well maintained.
At the time of writing, the home is listed exclusively via Blauwe Eik Makelaardij.
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Willem Frederik Hermansstraat 436, Utrecht
Data from Het Zand-Oost
Data from Het Zand-Oost
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About Willem Frederik Hermansstraat 436, Utrecht
The asking price of €545,000 is 34% below the neighbourhood average of €819,900. However, this apartment is also smaller than average: 88 m² versus 143 m². The price per square metre works out at about €6,193, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €5,652 per m². So while the total price is low, you are paying a premium per square metre for a new-build with an A++ energy label.
The energy label is A++, the highest possible. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, with very low heating and electricity costs. The building was completed in 2024, so it meets the latest insulation and ventilation standards. You can expect a comfortable indoor climate and a small environmental footprint.
The nearest train station is 1.1 km away, about a ten-minute walk. That makes commuting to Utrecht Centraal or other cities straightforward. The neighbourhood is well connected by bike as well.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Obs Het Zand (457 m), De Oase (461 m), and Montessorischool Arcade (467 m). All are about a five-minute walk. For secondary education, the nearest school is 1 km away.
Currently, there are 5 apartments for sale in Het Zand-Oost. The average asking price for all homes is €819,900, and the median is €679,500. This apartment is priced below both figures, but it is also smaller than the neighbourhood average of 143 m².
Het Zand-Oost is a modern, family-oriented area with many young households. It has a high urbanity level (address density of 2,915 per km²), so it feels lively but not overcrowded. There is a park within 300 m, and the area has low crime figures. Most homes are owner-occupied (56%) and built after 2010.
Yes, Vomar is just 235 m away, Aldi at 272 m, and Albert Heijn at 373 m. All are within a five-minute walk, so daily groceries are very convenient.
5 homes in the neighbourhood Het Zand-Oost