Nobelstraat en omgeving, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis room on Lucasbolwerk puts you right in the middle of Utrecht's historic centre, surrounded by the buzz of the Binnenstad. The listing doesn't state a house number, postcode, floor area, year of construction or energy label, so the exact location and some neighbourhood figures may differ from the actual home. At €799 per month, it's a modest price compared to the average rent in the area, which is in line with what you'd expect for a room. For context, rooms in Utrecht are a popular choice in this city.
This is a lively, central neighbourhood where most residents live alone, 78% of households are single-person, and the average household size is just 1.3. It's a young area, with 56% of residents aged between 25 and 45, and a further 23% between 15 and 25. The streets are busy with students and young professionals, and the energy is unmistakably urban. With an address density of over 6,000 per square kilometre, you're never far from the action. The Nobelstraat en omgeving neighbourhood is a true city-centre experience.
Daily life here is all about convenience. For groceries, you have an Albert Heijn just around the corner, and a Jumbo a couple of streets away. When it comes to schools, St-Gregorius College is on your doorstep, and the Vrije School Utrecht is just around the corner. The nearest park is also on your doorstep, perfect for a quick break from the city bustle. The municipality of Utrecht offers everything you need within easy reach.
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About Lucasbolwerk, Utrecht
At €799 per month, this room is priced well below the average rent in the neighbourhood, which stands at €2,268. However, that average is based on larger properties, so for a room, this price seems reasonable. The listing doesn't state the floor area, so it's hard to compare on a per-square-metre basis, but given the central location, it's likely to be in line with what rooms typically go for here.
The Nobelstraat en omgeving is a vibrant, central area in Utrecht's Binnenstad. It's dominated by single-person households (78%), and the population is young, with most residents between 25 and 45. The streets are lively, and with an address density of over 6,000 per square kilometre, it's a truly urban environment. You'll find plenty of restaurants and cafes nearby, and the nearest park is just 100 metres away.
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 320 metres, which is just around the corner. There's also an Ekoplaza at the same distance, and a Jumbo at 342 metres. For a wider choice, there are 67 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, so you'll never be short of options for your daily shopping.
Yes, there are several schools within easy walking distance. St-Gregorius College, a secondary school, is just 95 metres away, and the Vrije School Utrecht, a primary school, is at 203 metres. The Openbare Dalton Basisschool Pieterskerkhof is at 225 metres, and there are more schools within a few hundred metres. In total, there are 127 schools within 5 kilometres.
The train station is 2.1 kilometres away. That's a manageable distance if you like walking, or you could cycle there in a few minutes. The exact route and time will depend on where exactly the room is on Lucasbolwerk, since the house number isn't stated in the listing.
Kamernet has published only the street and price for this room. As a result, the information on this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, rather than the specific property.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €634,286 | €550,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,524 | – |
| Rent price | €2,268 p/m | €2,268 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €31 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
De Nieuwegracht is een rustige en schone kant van het centrum van Utrecht. Aan de overkant ligt een mooi park en een grote weide. Hier is het over het algemeen rustig, soms helaas niet heel schoon. Op de wandelpaden liggen op sommige plekken erg veel sigaretten. De buurt is erg goed bereikbaar op de fiets en te voet. De auto is niet aan te raden, hoewel de Nieuwegracht in vergelijking met de Oudegracht en Twijnstraat veel makkelijker is voor auto's.
Auto-translated to English by AII live on the Singel, which is quite busy with traffic, but the streets behind it (between the Singel and the railway) are actually very quiet and peaceful. This is also because there are few amenities in this part. However, you can easily reach all necessary shops on foot. Due to the few cafés in these streets, there is little sense of community. The quiet streets behind the house can sometimes be scary when you have to walk through them at night. Especially the stretch from the central station to home passes dark parks and offices that are empty in the evening. Living on the Singel, apart from the traffic, is very nice because you can (run) along the Singel in the greenery straight away. Hygiene is fine. The bins are not often too full.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving 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.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in the Zeven Steegjes all my life and really enjoy it here
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here my whole life and have always enjoyed it.
Auto-translated to English by AIIn terms of amenities it's wonderful to live in the centre, but it's also very busy and not accessible by car. Public transport is excellent. I never feel comfortable walking alone late at night because of all the homeless people and creepy individuals. There should be much more green space in the centre for my liking. It could be so much better. We do have a very nice green courtyard at the apartment complex.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice area to live in. The location is pleasant, but it's the centre so there's almost always noise pollution. Of course that's to be expected. However, the surroundings aren't very hygienic. In the courtyard where we live, there are many restaurants that dump their waste in the alleys. That's a shame.
Auto-translated to English by AIStreet full of shops and cosiness. Nice and bustling sometimes also noisy but that's not the residents' fault haha
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €741,942 | €623,567 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,001 | – |
| Rent price | €2,073 p/m | €2,037 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €28 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
De Nieuwegracht is een rustige en schone kant van het centrum van Utrecht. Aan de overkant ligt een mooi park en een grote weide. Hier is het over het algemeen rustig, soms helaas niet heel schoon. Op de wandelpaden liggen op sommige plekken erg veel sigaretten. De buurt is erg goed bereikbaar op de fiets en te voet. De auto is niet aan te raden, hoewel de Nieuwegracht in vergelijking met de Oudegracht en Twijnstraat veel makkelijker is voor auto's.
Auto-translated to English by AILeuke gemixte buurt waar mensen oog voor elkaar hebben en het rustig wonen is. Het grootste voordeel is dat alle voorzieningen dichtbij zijn zoals Leidsche Rijn centrum, winkelcentrum parkwijk, bushalte, treinstation, scholen, sportclubs, parken, bioscoop en horeca.
Auto-translated to English by AIHeerlijk rustige buurt op slechts 20 minuten afstand van het centrum van Utrecht. Park Hoge Weide, scholen, supermarkten en sportvoorzieningen zijn om de hoek.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighborhood is considered safe, has an active and engaged community, and is well maintained. Neighborhood relations are good. Residents have access to quality housing, reputable schools, and attractive green spaces such as Wilhelminapark, Oosterspoorbaan and Minstroom. The centre is within reach, and Oost offers a nice number of shops.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy, student-like, park on the doorstep, where people sit when the weather is nice. Pub in the neighbourhood, shopping centre within walking distance and Kanaalstraat nearby.
Auto-translated to English by AILunetten zuid is a fairly extensive area, but there are common characteristics: There is little traffic on the streets, even the ring road is relatively quiet. Many houses are situated around a shared green space with some play facilities. This quickly creates a bond with the neighbours. Because Lunetten is separated from the city by a park and forts, which are part of the UNESCO heritage, it has some village-like features. If you value your privacy and don't like contact, then Leidsche rijn is more likely a place where you'll feel at home. Lunetten is not a place of high fences, but rather has a scent of granola with a hint of wokeness. If you feel at home with that, you are very welcome, but if you are not willing to do something for the neighbourhood or your neighbours, there are plenty of other places where you will feel at home.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in Zuilen for 26 years and still consider it one of the best neighbourhoods in Utrecht. With shops, schools, buses and the train station all nearby, everything is within reach. And with the beautiful Julianapark just around the corner, the area also has a lovely place to relax. As far as I'm concerned, an absolute top location.
Auto-translated to English by AIEspecially great that there are so many nice shops in the area. The walks to the Muntkade and Park Oog en Al also often make my day. The house I live in is old and hasn't been properly maintained by the landlord for a long time.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €593,040 | €543,808 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,527 | – |
| Rent price | €1,908 p/m | €1,877 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
Lucasbolwerk, Utrecht
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