Javastraat 40
Lombok-Oost, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodA studio with character in Lombok-Oost
This ground-floor studio on Javastraat 40 sits in Lombok-Oost, a lively part of Utrecht West. The area has a real neighbourhood feel, with a park on the doorstep and plenty of shops nearby. At €350,000, the asking price is 17% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €422,389. That makes it a sharp price for this part of town. For more context, you can compare with other studios in Utrecht.
The home itself
Built in 1900, this studio spans one floor and includes two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 48 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 40 m². The home has roof insulation and double glazing, and it is heated by a central heating boiler. It is a full ownership property, so there is no leasehold. The agent describes the setting as on a quiet road in a residential area.
Life in Lombok-Oost
Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.37, based on eleven reviews. One resident says: "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." Another notes: "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." A third resident mentions it is "a reasonably quiet neighbourhood. But there is absolutely no social contact." The neighbourhood has about 2,260 inhabitants, and 67% of households are single-person. For a closer look, see the Lombok-Oost neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and SPAR is just around the corner. Kindercampus Molenpark, a primary school, is a couple of streets away, and Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht is also within a short walk. The GP practice Gezondheidscentrum Lombok and Lombok Apotheek are both just around the corner. For public transport, bus stop Utrecht, Moskeeplein is on your doorstep with lines 12, 13, 28, 73, and 120, and tram stop Utrecht, CS Jaarbeursplein is a couple of streets away with lines 20 and 21. Utrecht Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. The wider area is part of the municipality of Utrecht.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €400,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 12% below this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 134%, from €171,000 to €400,000. As for address risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The road traffic noise level is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is medium. The current flood risk is elevated, while the flood risk for 2050 is low.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Pauw Makelaardij.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Javastraat 40, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €350,000 is 12% below the WOZ value of €400,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. This means the asking price is lower than the official valuation, but that does not automatically make it a bargain.
What is the layout of this studio?
According to the agent, this ground-floor studio has two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 48 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 40 m². The home has roof insulation and double glazing, and it is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This label indicates the home's energy performance, but it does not say anything about the structural condition. With label C, you can expect moderate energy costs, but the actual costs depend on your usage and the current energy prices.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public data, the road traffic noise level is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. The railway noise is 42 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications, not measurements at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on area-level data, including the fact that the building was constructed before 1970 and that 4% of properties in this postcode area have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood risks for this location?
The pluvial flooding risk (from heavy rain) is medium. The current flood risk from rivers or the sea is elevated, while the flood risk for 2050 is low. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a guarantee for this specific property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn is just 143 metres away, so it is on your doorstep. SPAR is 421 metres away, and there are several other options within a short walk, including AH to go and MCD. This makes daily grocery shopping very convenient.
What schools are in the area?
Kindercampus Molenpark, a primary school, is 256 metres away. Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht, a secondary school, is 424 metres away. There are also other primary schools within a reasonable distance, such as KBS De Pijlstaart and Christelijke Jenaplanschool De Brug.
How is the public transport connection?
The bus stop Utrecht, Moskeeplein is 211 metres away, with lines 12, 13, 28, 73, and 120. The tram stop Utrecht, CS Jaarbeursplein is 318 metres away, with lines 20 and 21. Utrecht Centraal train station is 569 metres away, so you have good access to national rail connections.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.37, based on eleven reviews. One resident says it is "Cosy, student-like, park on the doorstep, where people sit when the weather is nice." Another mentions the many nice shops and walks to the Muntkade and Park Oog en Al. A third notes it is reasonably quiet but lacks social contact.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 134%, from €171,000 to €400,000. This is a significant rise, reflecting the strong price growth in the area. The reference date for the current WOZ value is 1 January 2025.
Statistics for Lombok-Oost
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €422,389 | €454,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,194 | – |
| Rent price | €1,611 p/m | €1,370 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 p/m | – |
Experiences from West
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 AIStatistics for West
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €631,091 | €607,873 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,783 | – |
| Rent price | €1,857 p/m | €1,783 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 p/m | – |
Experiences from Utrecht
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 AIStatistics for Utrecht
Figures 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 | – |
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Javastraat 40, Utrecht
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