Wijk C, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Willemstraat 8 sits in Wijk C, a lively part of Utrecht's Binnenstad district. The area is known for its historic streets and canals, and this home is right in the middle of it all. With a price of €350,000, the asking price is on the high side compared to the market. For context, apartments in Utrecht in this neighbourhood average around €389,667.
Built in 1910, this ground-floor apartment spans two floors and includes two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 58 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent states 43 m². The home has a central heating boiler and is offered as full ownership. The energy label is B, which is an efficient label.
Wijk C is a compact, historic area where most homes date from before 1945. It's a busy part of the city, with a mix of residents and a high density of housing. Residents of the Binnenstad district give their living environment an average score of 7.59 out of 10, based on eight reviews. One resident notes: "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." Another mentions: "The quiet streets behind the house can sometimes be scary when you have to walk through them at night." The neighbourhood has a high number of single-person households, and the average household size is 1.4. For more on the Wijk C neighbourhood, you can see the full profile.
Daily errands are easy from here. A large supermarket is just around the corner, and there are several others within a short walk, including an AH to go and a Jumbo. For primary education, Montessori Kind Centrum LEF is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Huisartsen Binnenstad, about a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy Boots Apotheek Utrecht is just around the corner. Public transport is excellent: the bus stop Utrecht, Vredenburg is on your doorstep, with lines 2, 5, 8, 55, 74, and several night buses. Utrecht Centraal station is a five-minute walk. All this is part of the municipality of Utrecht.
The WOZ value for this home is €272,000, as of the reference date 2025-01-01. The asking price is 29% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 27%, from €215,000 to €272,000. Regarding address risks, the noise level from road traffic is 64 dB Lden, which is above the norm. The foundation risk indication is elevated, as the building predates 1970 and is in a KCAF attention area. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk from rivers is low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including DAK Woningbeleggingen.
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Insure your home and belongingsGet insuredThe 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.
About Willemstraat 8, Utrecht
The asking price of €350,000 is 29% above the WOZ value of €272,000, which was set on 2025-01-01. This means the asking price is higher than the municipal valuation. The WOZ value is not the market value, but it gives an indication of how the price relates to the official valuation.
According to the agent, this ground-floor apartment has two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 43 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration states 58 m². The home has a central heating boiler and is offered as full ownership.
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means the home is relatively energy-efficient compared to less efficient labels. However, the label does not guarantee specific insulation levels. You can expect moderate energy costs, but the actual costs depend on usage and the specific installations.
The noise level from road traffic is 64 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Noise from rail traffic is 35 dB Lden, and from air traffic 41 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements inside the home.
The foundation risk indication is elevated. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, and the area is a KCAF attention area. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 13% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
The current flood risk from rivers is low, and it is expected to remain low in 2050. However, the risk of pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is elevated. Heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications based on climate data.
There are several supermarkets within a short walk. An AH to go is about 163 metres away, a Jumbo is 271 metres, and an Albert Heijn is 324 metres. This makes daily grocery shopping very convenient, as you can reach them on foot in a few minutes.
For primary education, Montessori Kind Centrum LEF is about 343 metres away, and KBS De Pijlstaart is 412 metres. There are also other options within a reasonable distance. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 500 metres away, so children can walk or cycle easily.
Public transport is excellent. The bus stop Utrecht, Vredenburg is just 46 metres away, with many lines including 2, 5, 8, 55, 74, and night buses. Utrecht Centraal train station is about 498 metres away, so you can reach other cities quickly.
Wijk C is a historic, densely populated area in the centre of Utrecht. Most homes date from before 1945. Residents of the Binnenstad district rate their living environment 7.59 out of 10. Some residents mention noise and occasional litter, but they appreciate the walkability and proximity to the city centre.
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 27%, from €215,000 to €272,000. This shows a significant rise in the official valuation over the period. The reference date for the current value is 2025-01-01.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
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.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €345,800 | €375,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,868 | – |
| Rent price | €1,957 p/m | €1,810 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €40 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
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 AII live on the Singel, which is quite busy with traffic, but the streets behind it (between the Singel and the railway) are actually very quiet and peaceful. This is also because there are few amenities in this part. However, you can easily reach all necessary shops on foot. Due to the few cafés in these streets, there is little sense of community. The quiet streets behind the house can sometimes be scary when you have to walk through them at night. Especially the stretch from the central station to home passes dark parks and offices that are empty in the evening. Living on the Singel, apart from the traffic, is very nice because you can (run) along the Singel in the greenery straight away. Hygiene is fine. The bins are not often too full.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving 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.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in the Zeven Steegjes all my life and really enjoy it here
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here my whole life and have always enjoyed it.
Auto-translated to English by AIIn terms of amenities it's wonderful to live in the centre, but it's also very busy and not accessible by car. Public transport is excellent. I never feel comfortable walking alone late at night because of all the homeless people and creepy individuals. There should be much more green space in the centre for my liking. It could be so much better. We do have a very nice green courtyard at the apartment complex.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice area to live in. The location is pleasant, but it's the centre so there's almost always noise pollution. Of course that's to be expected. However, the surroundings aren't very hygienic. In the courtyard where we live, there are many restaurants that dump their waste in the alleys. That's a shame.
Auto-translated to English by AIStreet full of shops and cosiness. Nice and bustling sometimes also noisy but that's not the residents' fault haha
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €741,942 | €623,567 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,001 | – |
| Rent price | €2,073 p/m | €2,037 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €28 p/m | – |
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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €594,392 | €545,276 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,538 | – |
| Rent price | €1,906 p/m | €1,879 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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