Utrechtsestraatweg 88A
Huis de Geer, Nieuwegein
AreaA floating home on the water
This is a houseboat, a free-standing home on the water, at Utrechtsestraatweg 88A in the Huis de Geer neighbourhood of Nieuwegein. The listing does not state the property type, floor area, year of construction, or energy label. As a result, you cannot compare it directly with other homes. The asking price of €275,000 is sharp compared with the average for homes in Nieuwegein, which sits at €804,833.
What the agent does tell you
The agent lists a living area of 30 m², which is 79% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 141 m². The home has 2 rooms, 1 bedroom, and is spread over 1 floor. The volume is 60 m³. It is a houseboat with an open position and free view, situated on navigable water. The heating is via a central heating boiler, and the ownership is 'opstal'.
Living in Huis de Geer
Huis de Geer is a small neighbourhood with about 695 residents. Across the municipality of Nieuwegein, residents give an average score of 7.11 based on 18 reviews. One resident says: "I think it's a nice living environment. It's just a shame that only high-rise flats are being built. And that they are unaffordable for first-time buyers." Another resident, who has lived there for 40 years, says: "We will have been living here with pleasure for 40 years next year. So that says something. Only parking is sometimes a problem. Otherwise, most amenities in the neighbourhood." A third resident mentions: "Sometimes we have trouble with the youngsters on fatbikes, they ride everywhere and way too fast. But otherwise it's a nice neighbourhood." The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with 24% aged 65 or older. For more on the area, see the municipality of Nieuwegein.
Amenities and transport
A bus stop is on your doorstep: Nieuwegein, Huis de Geer, with lines 65, 66, 74, and N6. The nearest supermarket, PLUS, is a ten-minute walk away, and there are several others within a couple of streets away, including Jumbo and Albert Heijn. For primary education, OBS 't Hof van Rhijnhuysen is a ten-minute walk, and Vroonestein is also close. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk de Componist is a ten-minute walk, and the BENU pharmacy is a bit further. The nearest train station is Utrecht Lunetten, about 3.7 km away.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is €666,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 59% below the WOZ value. No risk indications are available for this address.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Drijvend Wonen.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Utrechtsestraatweg 88A, Nieuwegein
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €275,000 is 59% below the WOZ value of €666,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. This difference is notable, but it does not automatically mean the home is underpriced or overpriced.
What is the layout of this houseboat?
According to the agent, the home has 2 rooms, 1 bedroom, and is spread over 1 floor. The living area is listed as 30 m², and the volume is 60 m³. It is a free-standing houseboat with an open position and free view, situated on navigable water. The heating is via a central heating boiler.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the property type, floor area, year of construction, or energy label. These fields were not published by the agent. The address itself is complete, so location and neighbourhood data are accurate, but you cannot compare the home's specifications with other properties.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Huis de Geer is a small neighbourhood with about 695 residents. Across the municipality of Nieuwegein, residents give an average score of 7.11 based on 18 reviews. One resident says it's a nice living environment, though they regret the construction of unaffordable high-rise flats. Another resident mentions occasional parking problems but otherwise appreciates the amenities.
What amenities are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is PLUS, about a ten-minute walk away, with Jumbo and Albert Heijn also within a couple of streets away. For primary education, OBS 't Hof van Rhijnhuysen is a ten-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk de Componist is also a ten-minute walk, and the BENU pharmacy is a bit further.
How is the public transport connection?
The bus stop Nieuwegein, Huis de Geer is on your doorstep, with lines 65, 66, 74, and N6. The nearest train station is Utrecht Lunetten, about 3.7 km away. This gives you options for both local and regional travel.
What is the average price per m² in this neighbourhood?
The average price per m² in Huis de Geer is €6,010, based on homes currently for sale. The asking price per m² for this houseboat is €9,167, based on the agent's listed living area of 30 m². This is higher than the neighbourhood average, but the home is a houseboat, which may explain the difference.
How many homes are for sale in the neighbourhood?
There are currently 6 homes for sale in Huis de Geer, with an average asking price of €804,833 and a median price of €760,000. The asking price for this houseboat is €275,000, which is 66% below the neighbourhood average.
