Homes for sale in Noordoost, Utrecht
View the current supply of homes for sale in Noordoost, Utrecht. Compare asking prices, check neighbourhood scores and read what residents think of this district.
What does a home cost in Noordoost, Utrecht?
The owner-occupied market in Noordoost is firmly priced. The average purchase price over the past year was €599,557, with a range from €139,500 to as much as €2,290,000. That is significantly higher than the Utrecht average: the WOZ value in Noordoost is €538,000, compared to €458,000 for the municipality of Utrecht as a whole. Of the more than 18,000 homes, 56% are owner-occupied and 44% are rental, of which 17% are social housing. The supply consists largely of apartments and terraced houses, although in neighbourhoods such as Tuindorp and Voordorp you will also find more spacious single-family homes. The average floor area of sold homes is 100 m². Check the overview at the top of this page for current asking prices and selling times.
Living in Noordoost: village character with the city around the corner
Noordoost is a district with many faces. In the south, Wittevrouwen borders directly on the city centre, while in the north, in Tuindorp and Voordorp, you get an almost village-like feel. Resident Louise (7.6/10) sums it up aptly: "When I come to Voordorp, it really feels like a village. People look at you, say hello, children play in the street, and you see a lot of greenery." That atmosphere is characteristic of the northern part of the district, where traffic-calmed streets and play areas set the tone. On the district page of Noordoost, residents give the district an average score of 6.8 out of 10. Accessibility scores the highest (7.4), and that makes sense: Utrecht Overvecht station is within cycling distance, several bus routes run through the district (including lines 3 and 8), and via the Kardinaal de Jongweg or the A27 you are quickly on the motorway. The city centre can be reached by bike in five to ten minutes.
In terms of amenities, Noordoost has a lot to offer. In Tuindorp you will find the Tuincentrum shopping centre with a large Jumbo, a chemist and various small shops. Resident Minoes (7.4/10) explicitly mentions this: "There is a large supermarket in the district with a shopping centre around it." Griftpark, on the south side of the district, is a popular green space. Tom (8.1/10) writes: "Living so close to Griftpark was great fun growing up." For education (score 7.1), there are several primary schools, including the Ludgerschool in Tuindorp and the Montessorischool in Wittevrouwen. Minoes does note that not all schools are equally well-regarded, so it is wise to do your research. Daalseweide sports park offers space for football and tennis, and along the Vecht you can run or walk well.
To be fair, not everyone is equally enthusiastic. Eelco (2.1/10) complains about student nuisance, poorly maintained streets and litter on the pavement, especially in the Vogelenbuurt and around Wittevrouwen. Green space scores the lowest at 6.3, and Lorenzo (8.1/10) confirms that: "Although there are trees, there is still too little nature." The cleanliness and maintenance of public spaces remain a point of attention. More information about municipal policy on maintenance and liveability can be found on the website of the municipality of Utrecht.
Is Noordoost right for you as a buyer?
With an average purchase price around €600,000, buying an apartment in Noordoost is mainly for movers-up and dual-income couples. First-time buyers with a smaller budget can sometimes find something more affordable in Lauwerecht or Staatsliedenbuurt, but overbidding is more the rule than the exception throughout Noordoost. Families looking for space often focus on Tuindorp-Oost or Voordorp. Keep in mind additional costs: transfer tax (2% for owner-occupation), notary and valuation fees quickly add up. Is buying in Noordoost too expensive now? Then also check rental homes in Noordoost as an alternative, or explore districts such as Overvecht or Noordwest for more affordable options.
Searching for a home in Noordoost via neighbourhood scores and reviews
On Buurtje.nl, you combine the current sales listings with resident reviews and district statistics, so you not only see what a home costs, but also what it is really like to live there. Compare Noordoost with adjacent districts such as Oost or the Binnenstad, and discover which neighbourhood suits you. Also view the total supply of homes for sale in Utrecht.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average purchase price of a house in Noordoost, Utrecht?
The average purchase price in Noordoost over the past year was €599,557. Prices vary widely, from €139,500 to €2,290,000, depending on the type of home and the neighbourhood. The average floor area of sold homes is 100 m².
What kind of homes can I buy in Noordoost?
The supply in Noordoost mainly consists of apartments and terraced houses, particularly in neighbourhoods such as Vogelenbuurt and Wittevrouwen. In Tuindorp and Voordorp you will more often find larger single-family homes. Buying an apartment in Noordoost is the most common option for first-time buyers.
How is the accessibility if I buy a home in Noordoost?
Noordoost scores a 7.4 for accessibility. You can reach Utrecht city centre by bike in five to ten minutes. Utrecht Overvecht station is within cycling distance, several bus routes run through the district, and via the Kardinaal de Jongweg or the A27 you have fast car access.
Are there good schools in the area if I am looking for a home to buy in Noordoost?
Yes, there are several primary schools in Noordoost, including the Ludgerschool in Tuindorp and a Montessori school in Wittevrouwen. Residents rate education at 7.1. However, some residents indicate that not all schools are equally well-regarded, so do your research beforehand.
What are the additional costs when buying a house in Noordoost?
In addition to the purchase price, you pay transfer tax (2% for owner-occupation), notary costs, valuation costs, and possibly advice or brokerage fees for your mortgage. The average WOZ value in Noordoost is €538,000, which also affects your municipal taxes. Keep in mind that overbidding is common in this district.
A fascist neighbourhood that claims to be left-wing. Poorly maintained streets. Everywhere there is vomit, glass, and rubbish. Dirty pavements, graffiti everywhere, every street suffers from a huge nuisance of students. Students overpopulate the area. No diversity, too expensive shops. Only rich white people. Social inequality is clearly visible here. 1000 metres away in Overvecht people have nothing, here in abundance. Full of snobs. Social housing is only 6 percent, deliberately sold off, all homes are being split: unliveable, too much noise, and expanded with extra floors. People earn an average of 6-10,000 per month and look like tramps. There is no cohesion, people are focused on themselves, all islands. The atmosphere is gone. It was once a beautiful neighbourhood, but yuppies, damn students and damn expats have turned it into a white enclave of coke-sniffing egotrippers.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving so close to Griftpark was great fun to grow up in, and there are also often neighbourhood parties that make it all a lot closer.
Auto-translated to English by AIWhen I come to Voordorp, it really feels like a village. People look at you, say hello, children play in the street, and there's a lot of greenery. It's also car-free, which makes it nice and quiet on the street! Once there was a fight between a bunch of street youths, but I don't think they were from the neighbourhood. Because I hardly ever see people hanging around on the street, which I also like. My room is practically on the pavement and I never have any trouble with anyone. I also come from a village and was a bit afraid of the city's hustle and bustle, but it's not like that at all, so that's really great.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery safe and also mixed in terms of people. Supermarket and the city centre are a 5-minute walk or bike ride away. Although there are trees, there is more nature than in other places, but still not enough.
Auto-translated to English by AIArranges everything quickly, there are many people from your delivery time
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice quiet neighbourhood to live in. Here and there some green spaces and playgrounds for children. There's a large supermarket in the area with a shopping centre around it that also has a chemist etc. There are 2 schools in the area, one of which has a less strong reputation, which already limits the choice. The area is easily accessible by car and bike, although the Zuilense ring sometimes gets congested. The bus connection is less good; the 55 goes past the area and the 4 goes through the area. Unfortunately, the 4 is not a reliable bus and if it doesn't come, you can wait half an hour for the next one. Sometimes there is still some rubbish on the street, especially around De Gaard. The large waste containers there really look a mess and have a lot of rubbish lying next to them. My neighbours are friendly. The area is quiet yet still in the city; within 10 minutes by bike you're in the city centre and within a few minutes by car you're on the motorway.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is cosy, but there is also some nuisance from the Salvation Army hostel.
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