Rental homes in Schildersbuurt, Utrecht

Rental prices and market figures Schildersbuurt, Utrecht

Schildersbuurt is a neighbourhood where renting is the norm: 59% of the 1,680 homes are rental properties, while 41% are owner-occupied. About 27% of the total housing stock is owned by housing associations (social rent), and 31% is rented out by other landlords in the free sector. Anyone looking to rent a home in Schildersbuurt must reckon with steep prices. In the free sector (excluding social rent and room rentals), the average rent over the past twelve months was €1,716 per month, with a range of €658 to €2,495. With an average floor area of 69 m², this works out to around €24.90 per square metre. The average WOZ value of homes in Schildersbuurt is €600,000, considerably higher than the district average of Oost (€530,000) and the Utrecht municipal average of €458,000. This makes Schildersbuurt one of the more expensive neighbourhoods within the district. Free-sector rents here are therefore higher than in many surrounding neighbourhoods. At the top of this page, you can see the current supply and daily prices for available rental properties in Schildersbuurt.

Living in Schildersbuurt, Utrecht

Schildersbuurt is nestled between Wilhelminapark, Biltstraat and Nachtegaalstraat, right in the sought-after Oost district. It is a compact, green residential neighbourhood with predominantly pre-war homes: much 1920s and 1930s architecture, with characteristic red brick terraced houses, semi-detached houses and upper-floor flats. You will also find a number of small-scale apartment complexes. The streets are named after famous painters (Rembrandtlaan, Rubensstraat, Van Ostadelaan) and have a quiet, almost village-like atmosphere, despite the proximity to the city centre. The neighbourhood has 3,555 residents, the largest group being between 25 and 45 years old. With 70% highly educated and an average income of €52,100, it is a neighbourhood with an above-average level of prosperity.

Facilities within walking distance

You can do your daily shopping at the Albert Heijn on Biltstraat or the smaller specialist shops along Nachtegaalstraat, where you will also find bakeries, butchers and a cheese shop. For larger purchases, Hoog Catharijne shopping centre is within cycling distance. Biltstraat also offers various restaurants, cafés and lunchrooms. In terms of education, there are primary schools in the immediate vicinity, including Paulusschool and Montessorischool on Amesterdamsestraatweg. Sports and recreation are well represented: Wilhelminapark is literally around the corner and is popular with runners and families. Sportpark Maarschalkerweerd is within cycling distance for tennis, hockey and athletics. More information about the neighbourhood can be found on the Schildersbuurt neighbourhood page with all reviews and district data.

Accessibility and parking

Utrecht Central can be reached in ten minutes by bike. Several bus lines stop along Biltstraat and Nachtegaalstraat, taking you quickly to the city centre or Utrecht Science Park. By car, you can reach the A27 and A28 via Waterlinieweg in just a few minutes. Parking is a point of attention: the neighbourhood falls under the paid parking zone of the municipality of Utrecht and a parking permit is necessary. Free spaces are scarce, especially in the evenings. Cycling is by far the most convenient way to get around.

Residents rate Schildersbuurt with a 9.0 out of 10. Safety (10.0), facilities (10.0) and green space in the neighbourhood (9.7) score particularly high. Resident Bert sums it up succinctly: "Great." The only score that lags behind is the cleanliness of public space (6.3), which points to occasional litter or overdue maintenance of pavements. Compared to nearby neighbourhoods such as Buiten Wittevrouwen and Oudwijk, Schildersbuurt is similar in character: quiet, green and popular with young professionals and families. Rents are in the same range, although they can vary considerably per street and type of home.

Is Schildersbuurt right for you as a tenant?

Schildersbuurt mainly attracts young professionals, couples and small families. With 995 single-person households, the neighbourhood is also suitable if you live alone. Seniors (65+: 505 residents) feel at home here due to the tranquillity and proximity of facilities. For students, a free-sector home here is pricey; consider a room instead or look at the supply in Overvecht for cheaper options. Renting an apartment in Schildersbuurt requires speed: homes go off the market quickly. Make sure you have your proof of income, employer's statement and ID ready. For social rent, you can register via WoningNet, but expect years-long waiting lists in this part of Utrecht. Considering buying? Also check the supply of homes for sale in Schildersbuurt.

What residents say about Schildersbuurt

Based on 3 resident reviews, Schildersbuurt scores a 9.0 out of 10. The highest subscores go to safety (10.0) and facilities (10.0). The lowest score is for cleanliness of public space (6.3). Resident Bert gives a 10 and writes: "Great." That is short but powerful, and fits the high satisfaction evident from all scores. Want to read all experiences? Check the reviews and neighbourhood data of Schildersbuurt.

Compare rental properties in Schildersbuurt with surrounding neighbourhoods

Schildersbuurt is not the only popular neighbourhood in Oost. Tenants searching here often also look at Rubenslaan and surroundings (slightly quieter, similar prices) or Watervogelbuurt (closer to the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal). Want to compare more broadly? Then check all rental properties in Oost or the complete overview of rental properties in Utrecht. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with neighbourhood scores and resident reviews, so you not only find a rental home but also the neighbourhood that truly suits you.