Lombok-West, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis room on Van Imhoffstraat in Utrecht is part of a lively neighbourhood where you'll find plenty of shops and green spots. 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 €1,250 per month, the rent is 47% below the neighbourhood average of €2,367, which is keen for the area. For more context, you can compare with other [rooms in Utrecht]( /huurwoningen/utrecht/kamers/ ).
Lombok-West is a vibrant area with a mix of residents and a strong sense of community. Based on two reviews, residents appreciate the local shops and the easy access to green spaces. One resident says: "Especially 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." Another notes: "You're a stone's throw from Utrecht Central, the largest train station in the Netherlands. If you walk further, you'll end up in Hoog Catharijne, a mega shopping centre where you can buy everything you're looking for." The neighbourhood is home to many single-person households, and the average household size is 1.7. For more details, see [the Lombok-West neighbourhood]( /buurt/lombok-west-utrecht/ ).
For daily shopping, you have an Aldi and a Nettorama just around the corner, and an MCD a couple of streets away. An Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk. For schools, the Christelijke Jenaplanschool De Brug is just around the corner, and Kindercampus Molenpark is a five-minute walk. The Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht, a secondary school, is also within a ten-minute walk. The area is well connected, with Utrecht Central station about 1.7 km away. For more on the wider area, check [the municipality of Utrecht]( /gemeente/utrecht/ ).
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About Van Imhoffstraat, Utrecht
The rent is €1,250 per month, which is 47% below the neighbourhood average of €2,367. This makes it a keen price compared to other rentals in Lombok-West. However, the listing does not state the floor area, so you cannot compare the price per square metre. The room is listed on Kamernet, and the price is in line with the average for rooms in the area, which is €1,219.
Lombok-West is a lively neighbourhood with a mix of shops and green spaces. Residents appreciate the proximity to the Muntkade and Park Oog en Al, as well as the short walk to Utrecht Central station and Hoog Catharijne shopping centre. The area has a high proportion of single-person households, and the average household size is 1.7. It's a vibrant place to live, with many amenities nearby.
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. An Aldi and a Nettorama are just 198 metres away, so you can do your daily shopping without going far. An MCD is 336 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is 629 metres away. With 67 supermarkets within 5 km, you'll have plenty of options for groceries.
There are several schools within a short walk. The Christelijke Jenaplanschool De Brug is 282 metres away, and Kindercampus Molenpark is 385 metres away. For secondary education, the Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht is 545 metres away. With 133 schools within 5 km, there are many educational options in the area.
Utrecht Central station is 1.7 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. This makes it easy to travel to other parts of the Netherlands. The neighbourhood is well connected, and the station is a major hub with frequent services.
Kamernet has published only the street and price for this room. As a result, the exact location and some neighbourhood figures may differ from the actual home.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Especially 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 AIYou're a stone's throw from Utrecht Central, the largest train station in the Netherlands. If you walk further, you'll end up in Hoog Catharijne, a mega shopping centre where you can buy everything you're looking for. There's also the Munt, a wonderful historical spot with a beautiful view over the water.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €484,556 | €510,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,606 | – |
| Rent price | €2,367 p/m | €1,900 p/m |
How residents experience their district
Cosy, 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 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 AIIt's a reasonably quiet neighbourhood. But there is absolutely no social contact.
Auto-translated to English by AIMy experience in the neighbourhood used to be very good. It was fun and cosy. Now there are some people living there who make it a lot less cosy and cause unjustified nuisance. You are wrongly accused and the police are called immediately. Personally, I don't think it's a safe neighbourhood, cars also drive very fast and there are many children who are careless with scooters or fatbikes.
Auto-translated to English by AII quite like it there
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is restless and there is often rubbish on the street. And by restless I mean that in November fireworks go off at night and people often hang around on the street until late. There is a snack bar and several shops in the area. However, there is a lot of hassle, for example with the sewerage that needs to be repaired. When residents report this, it sometimes takes months before anything is done about it, and even then it is not done properly. More police are also needed in the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AII have good experience in this neighbourhood, people are respectful, it's a nice place to live
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a beautiful neighbourhood with well-maintained houses and gardens, but there is little contact between residents. Although the surroundings are inviting and tidy, you hardly see people on the street and there is little interaction. Everyone seems to go their own way, which makes the neighbourhood, despite its beauty, a bit lonely.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €631,603 | €608,418 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,827 | – |
| Rent price | €1,864 p/m | €1,835 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 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 | €594,295 | €542,591 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,539 | – |
| Rent price | €1,930 p/m | €1,904 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
Van Imhoffstraat, Utrecht
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