Nieuw Engeland Th. a. Kempisplantsoen en omgeving, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis rental room on Van Lennepstraat sits in the lively Lombok area of Utrecht West. This listing does not state a house number, postcode, 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 room itself. At €995 per month, the rent sits well above the average for rooms in Utrecht, which is a reflection of the current market.
Based on three reviews, residents give the Nieuw Engeland, Th. a. Kempisplantsoen en omgeving neighbourhood an average score of 8.25. One resident says: "I have good experience in this neighbourhood, people are respectful, it's a nice place to live." Another notes: "It's a nice and safe neighbourhood. I'm also very happy with the renovation of the Kanaalstraat, it's now more accessible and nicer to walk through." The area is densely populated, with many single-person households and a large share of residents aged 25 to 45.
For daily groceries, an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with another Albert Heijn, an Aldi and an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. A SPAR is a ten-minute walk. For schools, KBS De Pijlstaart is a five-minute walk, and Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht is a ten-minute walk. The nearest train station is 1.7 km away, and a park is just around the corner. The area falls under the municipality of Utrecht, which manages the surrounding streets and public spaces.
At the time of writing the room is listed only via Kamernet.
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Details of this home
About Van Lennepstraat, Utrecht
The rent is €995 per month. In the neighbourhood, the average rent for a room is €673, but this listing is the only one currently available in the area. The price reflects what the landlord is asking for this specific room on Van Lennepstraat.
Residents rate the neighbourhood 8.25 out of 10. One resident describes it as a nice and safe place with respectful people. Another appreciates the renovated Kanaalstraat, which is now more accessible and pleasant to walk through. The area has a strong urban feel with a high address density.
An Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and another Albert Heijn, an Aldi and an Ekoplaza are a couple of streets away. A SPAR is a ten-minute walk. For schools, KBS De Pijlstaart is a five-minute walk and Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht is a ten-minute walk. A park is just around the corner.
The nearest train station is 1.7 km from the room. That is roughly a 20-minute walk or a short cycle ride. The neighbourhood is well connected for getting around Utrecht and beyond.
Kamernet has published only the street and price on the listing.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
I have good experience in this neighbourhood, people are respectful, it's a nice place to live
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice and safe neighbourhood. I'm also very happy with the renovation of the Kanaalstraat, it's now more accessible and nicer to walk through. I've occasionally been catcalled near the Albert Heijn, which I really think shouldn't happen, but I'm not sure what we can do about it. I think there are enough shops in the area and I would recommend it.
Auto-translated to English by AIFew bars/restaurants Nice people
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €509,733 | €499,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,489 | – |
| Rent price | €1,850 p/m | €1,850 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 | €635,273 | €605,935 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,831 | – |
| Rent price | €1,797 p/m | €1,792 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 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 | €609,105 | €536,699 |
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| Sale per m² | €7,009 | – |
| Rent price | €1,927 p/m | €1,907 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
Van Lennepstraat, Utrecht
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