Terwijde-West, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis semi-detached house on Franz Lehársingel sits in a quiet, leafy corner of Utrecht's Leidsche Rijn district. With 189 m² of living space and a 259 m² plot, it is one of the largest homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. At €998,000, the asking price is 49% above the local average of €668,211, making it the most expensive of the 19 homes on the market here, a reflection of its size and energy-efficient A label. For context, semi-detached houses in Utrecht vary widely, but this one stands out for its generous proportions.
Terwijde-West is a modern, family-oriented area built mainly after 1990. With 70% of homes being single-family houses and 62% owner-occupied, it attracts households with children, over half of the 1,980 households have kids. The streets are quiet, and the park is just a couple of streets away. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the CBS figures show a young population: the largest age group is 25 to 45, and the average household size is 2.7 people. The Terwijde-West neighbourhood feels spacious and green, with a low crime rate of 104 incidents per year.
Daily errands are easy: the nearest primary school, Vrije School Leidsche Rijn, is a five-minute walk away, and two others, KBS Hof ter Weide and Waterrijk, are just around the corner. For groceries, Albert Heijn, Aldi and Vomar are all within a ten-minute walk. The train station is a 1.6 km stroll, and the city centre of Utrecht is a short cycle away. The municipality of Utrecht offers excellent amenities, including restaurants and a library within walking distance.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including Blauwe Eik Makelaardij. The asking price reflects its size and energy performance, and the market in Terwijde-West has seen 58 sales in the past period, with an average selling time of 27 days.
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Franz Lehársingel 61, Utrecht
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About Franz Lehársingel 61, Utrecht
The asking price is 49% above the neighbourhood average of €668,211, making it the most expensive of the 19 homes currently for sale in Terwijde-West. However, the floor area (189 m²) is 55% larger than the local average of 122 m², and the home has an energy label A. Recent sales in the area averaged €658,948, so the price is on the high side, but the size and efficiency justify a premium.
Terwijde-West is very family-friendly: 70% of homes are single-family houses, and over half of households have children. The area is quiet, with a park just 200 metres away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and the average household size is 2.7 people, indicating many families with kids.
The train station is 1.6 km from the home, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. This connects you to Utrecht Centraal and beyond.
Albert Heijn is 955 metres away, Aldi is 1 km, and Vomar is 1.1 km, all within a ten-minute walk. For a wider selection, there are 36 supermarkets within 5 km.
The home has energy label A, which is very efficient. This means low heating costs and a good environmental performance. In Terwijde-West, 63% of homes have label A and 37% have A+, so this home is in line with the neighbourhood's high standards.
The plot size is 259 m², but the listing does not specify how much of that is garden. You would need to view the property to see the outdoor space.
Yes, several primary schools are close by: Vrije School Leidsche Rijn (483 m), KBS Hof ter Weide (555 m), and Waterrijk (638 m) are all within a ten-minute walk. Secondary education is 2.3 km away.
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