A studio in the heart of Utrecht
This studio on the second floor of a 1920s building sits on Croeselaan in Dichterswijk, a lively neighbourhood just south of Utrecht's city centre. With a last known asking price of €295,000, it was priced 54% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood (€635,500), which was on the low side compared to other studios in Utrecht. This home has not been online since 31 August 2026.
What the home offers
The studio has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over one floor. According to the agent the living area was 38 m², while the BAG registration listed 37 m². The home has roof insulation, double glazing and HR glass, and a central heating boiler. It was freehold and the homeowners' association fee was €72.42 per month. The energy label is D.
Life in Dichterswijk
Dichterswijk is a compact, urban neighbourhood with a mix of pre-war and modern buildings. Residents of the district Zuidwest give it an average score of 7.36 out of 10, based on twelve reviews. Some residents say: 'Going well, contact with fellow residents friendly and attentive.' Others note: 'The houses are going to the immigrant community and status holders AZC. Neighbourhood is getting dirtier, stinks, neighbourhood no longer has neighbour contacts, everyone just does their own thing.' The neighbourhood has 5,795 inhabitants, many of whom live alone (49% of households). For more details, see the Dichterswijk neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
A five-minute walk takes you to the Albert Heijn supermarket, just around the corner. The nearest primary schools are Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter and KBS Gertrudis, both a couple of streets away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk De Greev is a five-minute walk, and Apotheek Buijs pharmacy is on your doorstep. Bus stop Balijelaan (lines 1 and 29) is just around the corner, and Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn train station is a ten-minute walk. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Utrecht. The address has area-level risk indications: road traffic noise is above the norm at 63 dB Lden (2022), while railway noise is below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970 and 96% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, current flood risk is elevated (low by 2050), and heat stress is medium (also medium by 2050). These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including PEEK&POMPE MAKELAARS on Funda.
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Frequently asked questions
About Croeselaan 262D, Utrecht
How did the asking price compare to other homes in Dichterswijk?
The asking price of €295,000 was 54% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which was €635,500. The median asking price was €575,000, and prices range from €325,000 to €1,245,000. The price per square metre was €7,763, based on the agent's stated living area of 38 m².
What is the layout and size of this studio?
The studio has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, on one floor. The agent listed the living area as 38 m², while the BAG registration gave 37 m². The volume is 137 m³. It is a second-floor apartment (bovenwoning) in a building from 1920.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D. This was a mid-range label, so energy costs were expected to be moderate. The home has roof insulation, double glazing and HR glass, and a central heating boiler. In the neighbourhood, 26.7% of homes have label A+ and 42.2% have label A, so this home scores lower than much of the available stock.
What are the noise levels like in this area?
Area-level data shows road traffic noise at 63 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is 42 dB Lden, which is below the norm. These are indications for the area, not a measurement inside the home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication is medium. The building was constructed in 1920, before 1970, and 96% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. In this neighbourhood, 4% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn at 96 metres, with PLUS at 337 metres and Coop at 406 metres. The closest primary schools are Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter (315 m) and KBS Gertrudis (320 m).
How far is the nearest bus stop and train station?
Bus stop Balijelaan (lines 1 and 29) is 69 metres away. The nearest train station is Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn at 546 metres, about a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district Zuidwest give it an average score of 7.36 out of 10, based on twelve reviews. Some say it is 'good and cosy' with friendly neighbours, while others mention concerns about cleanliness and social changes. The neighbourhood has a high proportion of single-person households (49%) and a young population (47% aged 25-45).
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, the homeowners' association fee was €72.42 per month. The property is freehold (volle eigendom).
