Houtrakgracht 532
Langerak, Utrecht
AreaA calm spot in Langerak
Tucked away on a quiet road in a residential area, this end-of-terrace house sits in Langerak, part of the Leidsche Rijn district in Utrecht. The home was built in 1999 and carries an efficient energy label A. With a price of €585,000, the asking price is 3% below the WOZ value, which puts it on the sharp side compared with the market. For context, end-of-terrace houses in Utrecht are listed at an average of €602,500 in this neighbourhood.
The home itself
According to the agent, this property has 4 rooms, including 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over 2 floors with a volume of 450 m³. The living area is 122 m², matching the BAG registration. The garden faces south and is accessible via the back, and the home is part of an owners' association with a monthly contribution of €168. The agent notes insulation in the roof, double glazing, wall and floor insulation, and heating via district heating. The property is on municipal ground under perpetual leasehold, which has been bought off.
Life in Langerak
Residents of the district give an average score of 7.67 based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Leuke 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." Another adds: "Heerlijk rustige buurt op slechts 20 minuten afstand van het centrum van Utrecht. Park Hoge Weide, scholen, supermarkten en sportvoorzieningen zijn om de hoek." A third resident, however, notes a decline over recent years. The neighbourhood has about 4,575 inhabitants, and the average household size is 2.3. The Langerak neighbourhood is home to a mix of families and singles.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. A Jumbo supermarket is on your doorstep, with a Lidl just around the corner. For primary education, obs De Klimroos is a couple of streets away, and Al Amana Leidsche Rijn is just around the corner. The nearest GP is Gezondheidscentrum Het Zand, a ten-minute walk, while FLeiR Apotheek Parkwijk is just around the corner. Bus stops at Utrecht, Kreekraklaan, a couple of streets away, offer lines 6, 16 and N2, and Utrecht Leidsche Rijn station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Utrecht provides the wider context for these facilities.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is €603,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price sits 3% below that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 63%, from €371,000 to €603,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. Road traffic noise is measured at 52 dB Lden, above the norm, while rail, air and industry noise stay below their norms. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement. Pluvial flooding risk is low, as is current flood risk, with heat stress expected to rise to medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Brecheisen Makelaars Leidsche Rijn B.V.
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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 Houtrakgracht 532, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €585,000 is 3% below the WOZ value of €603,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 63%, from €371,000 in 2020 to €603,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this home?
According to the agent, the home has 4 rooms, including 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over 2 floors. The living area is 122 m², which matches the BAG registration. The volume is 450 m³. The garden faces south and is accessible via the back. The property is part of an owners' association with a monthly contribution of €168.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The agent also notes that the home has roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, and it is heated via district heating. These features are separate from the label itself.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data. The soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The data comes from sources like Atlas Leefomgeving and KCAF.
What are the noise levels around this home?
Road traffic noise is measured at 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise norm. Rail noise is 34 dB Lden, air traffic noise is 41 dB Lden, and industry noise is 48 dB Lden, all below their respective norms. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements at the property itself.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
A Jumbo supermarket is about 137 metres away, and a Lidl is about 183 metres away. Both are within a short walk. There are also other supermarkets within a few kilometres, including another Jumbo at 1.28 km and an Albert Heijn at 1.35 km. In total, there are 56 supermarkets within 5 km.
What schools are close to this home?
Primary school obs De Klimroos is about 121 metres away, and Al Amana Leidsche Rijn is about 183 metres away. For secondary education, Leidsche Rijn College is about 836 metres away. There are 103 schools within 5 km, so options are plentiful.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Utrecht, Kreekraklaan, about 90 metres away, with lines 6, 16 and N2. Another stop, Utrecht, Eerste Westerparklaan, is about 196 metres away with lines 28 and N1. The nearest train station is Utrecht Leidsche Rijn, about 1.57 km away.
What do residents say about the district?
Residents of the district give an average score of 7.67 based on seven reviews. One resident praises the quiet, mixed neighbourhood with amenities close by, including Leidsche Rijn centre, shops, schools and parks. Another mentions the calm atmosphere and proximity to Utrecht centre. A third resident, however, expresses concern about a decline in recent years.
What is the ownership structure of this property?
The property is on municipal ground under perpetual leasehold, and the lease has been bought off. This means the ground rent is settled. The home is part of an owners' association, with a monthly contribution of €168. The agent lists the property as an end-of-terrace house, though the subtype is noted as an apartment.
