Melissekade 97
Parkwijk-Zuid, Utrecht
AreaA spacious end-of-terrace house with a huge plot
This end-of-terrace house on Melissekade sits in Parkwijk-Zuid, a neighbourhood in Utrecht's Leidsche Rijn district. With 91 m² of living space and a remarkable 1607 m² plot, it offers rare outdoor space in the city. The asking price of €475,000 is 32% below the neighbourhood average of €703,462, making it keenly priced compared to other end-of-terrace houses in Utrecht.
Parkwijk-Zuid: a mixed neighbourhood with green edges
Parkwijk-Zuid is a post-war area with a mix of families and singles. Based on two reviews, one resident calls it a "nice little post-war neighbourhood near everything in Utrecht" but notes "a few downsides." Another gives a neutral score. The neighbourhood has a strong urban feel (address density 2850/km²) and a young population, with many households with children. For more context, see the Parkwijk-Zuid neighbourhood.
Daily life: shops, schools and green space
A Lidl is on your doorstep, and a Jumbo is just around the corner. For primary schools, Al Amana Leidsche Rijn is a couple of streets away, and obs De Klimroos is a five-minute walk. Secondary school Leidsche Rijn College is also within walking distance. A park or public garden is just around the corner. For broader context, see the municipality of Utrecht.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Brecheisen Makelaars Vleuten / De Meern B.V. and appears on several channels.
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About Melissekade 97, Utrecht
Is €475,000 a fair price for this house?
The asking price of €475,000 is 32% below the average asking price in Parkwijk-Zuid (€703,462) and also below the median of €600,000. However, the house is smaller than the neighbourhood average (91 m² vs 115 m²). The large plot of 1607 m² is exceptional. Compared to recent sales (average €516,361), the price appears competitive.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the home is well-insulated and has low expected energy costs. In Parkwijk-Zuid, 66.7% of homes have label A, so this is in line with the neighbourhood.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 1.6 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle ride. This gives access to Utrecht's main lines.
What is the neighbourhood like for families?
Parkwijk-Zuid has many families: 650 households with children out of 1534 homes. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Al Amana Leidsche Rijn (215 m) and obs De Klimroos (445 m). The large plot offers plenty of outdoor space for children.
How does the plot size compare to other homes?
The plot of 1607 m² is exceptionally large for an end-of-terrace house in Utrecht. Most homes in the neighbourhood have much smaller plots. This is a rare feature that adds significant outdoor space.
What are the nearby supermarkets?
A Lidl is 215 m away, and a Jumbo is 317 m away, both within easy walking distance. There are also several other supermarkets within a few kilometres, including a SPAR express and Vomar.
