Oudegracht
Wijk C, Utrecht
AreaA rental home on the Oudegracht
This rental home sits on the Oudegracht, one of Utrecht's most atmospheric canals, right in the middle of the city's historic heart. This listing does not state a house number, postcode, property type, floor area, year of construction or energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €2,895 per month, the rent sits about 50% above the neighbourhood average of €1,936, so it is on the high side compared with other rental homes in Utrecht.
Wijk C
Wijk C is a compact, lively neighbourhood tucked between the canals and the old city walls. One resident describes it as a "perfect location closer to city centre", adding: "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." That single review gives the neighbourhood a score of 8.38 out of 10. The area is dominated by single-person households, with many residents in their late twenties to mid-forties, and a high address density that reflects the bustling, urban character of the Wijk C neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily life here revolves around the canal and the streets that fan out from it. For groceries, an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with another a couple of streets away, and an AH to go within a five-minute walk for quick top-ups. For families, Montessori Kind Centrum LEF is a couple of streets away, Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek is just around the corner, and KBS De Pijlstaart is a five-minute walk. Secondary options include the School aan de Singel, a ten-minute walk away. The city centre, with its restaurants and cafés, is effectively on your doorstep, and the wider municipality of Utrecht is easily reached on foot or by bike.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including B&S Rental Service. The agent has not published full specifications for the property.
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About Oudegracht, Utrecht
Why are there no property details in this listing?
B&S Rental Service has published only the street and price on Pararius.
Is €2,895 a fair price for this rental home?
The rent is about 50% above the neighbourhood average of €1,936 for available rentals. With an average price per square metre of €29.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Wijk C is a dense, urban area in Utrecht's historic centre. One resident gives it 8.38 out of 10, praising its walkability to the city centre while noting noise as a downside. Most households are single people, and the area has a strong concentration of residents aged 25 to 45.
How close is the nearest supermarket?
An Albert Heijn is 227 metres away, just around the corner. Another Albert Heijn is 301 metres away, and an AH to go is 463 metres away. For a wider selection, Boon's Markt is 493 metres from the home.
What schools are nearby?
Montessori Kind Centrum LEF is 322 metres away, Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek is 363 metres away, and KBS De Pijlstaart is 471 metres away. For secondary education, the School aan de Singel is 663 metres away.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 1.6 kilometres from the home, a walk of around twenty minutes or a short cycle ride.
