Nieuwe Pijlsweerdstraat 43
Pijlsweerd-Noord, Utrecht
AreaA compact studio in Pijlsweerd-Noord
This studio on the Nieuwe Pijlsweerdstraat sits in Pijlsweerd-Noord, a lively part of Utrecht where the streets are busy with students and tourists. The asking price of €350,000 is 35% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €537,500, which makes it a sharp entry point. The living area of 43 m² is 45% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 78 m², so you are paying for location and compactness. For context, studios in Utrecht vary widely in price, and this one is on the lower end.
The home itself
Built in 1979, this studio is a portiekflat on the second floor, with two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom. It has a balcony, and the agent notes double glazing and floor insulation. Heating comes from a central heating boiler. The property is subject to ground lease and opstal rights, and the homeowners' association fee is €173 per month. The living area is 43 m² according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing, so there is no discrepancy.
Life in Pijlsweerd-Noord
Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.32 out of 10, based on 15 reviews. One resident, who has lived in Zuilen for 26 years, calls it "one of the best neighbourhoods in Utrecht," praising the nearby shops, schools, buses, and the Julianapark. Another notes the neighbourhood is "getting greener and more beautiful," though they mention litter and the busy feel from tourists and students. The district has 2,190 residents, with a high share of single-person households at 56%. The Pijlsweerd-Noord neighbourhood itself is part of this larger area, and the reviews reflect the district as a whole.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy: the PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn, Aldi, and Ekoplaza are all within a five-minute walk. For school, P.c. basisschool de Boemerang is a couple of streets away, and Al Amana College Utrecht is also close. The GP and pharmacy are both at the Gezondheidscentrum Ondiep, a five-minute walk. Bus stops are on your doorstep: Utrecht, Viaduct with line 3, and Utrecht, David van Mollemstraat with lines 3, 6, 7, and 27. The nearest train station, Utrecht Zuilen, is about a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Utrecht offers all this and more within easy reach.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is €363,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 4% below that value. The WOZ has developed over the past five years, though the exact change is not stated here. As for address risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this home. Road traffic noise is 47 dB Lden, below the norm, but railway noise is 65 dB Lden, above the norm. Foundation risk is low, with only 2% of properties in the area showing an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and flood risk from rivers is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Rijnzicht Makelaars on Vastgoed Nederland and Funda, as well as directly through Rijnzicht Makelaars.
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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 Nieuwe Pijlsweerdstraat 43, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €350,000 is 4% below the WOZ value of €363,000, 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 slightly under the official valuation, but the market determines the final sale price.
What is the layout of this studio?
This is a portiekflat on the second floor with two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom. It has a balcony and a total living area of 43 m². The property is on a single floor, and the volume is 143 m³. The agent lists the same living area as the BAG registration, so there is no discrepancy.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so energy costs will be moderate compared to more efficient homes, but lower than the least efficient labels. The agent notes that the home has double glazing and floor insulation, which can help with energy efficiency. The exact energy costs depend on usage and energy prices.
What is the ground lease situation?
The property is subject to ground lease and opstal rights. This means you do not own the land outright, and you may need to pay an annual ground rent to the municipality or another party. The homeowners' association fee is €173 per month.
What is the noise situation around this home?
According to area-level data, road traffic noise is 47 dB Lden, which is below the norm. Railway noise is 65 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, below the norm. These are indications for the area, not measurements inside the home, so actual noise levels may vary.
What are the flood and foundation risks?
The foundation risk is low, with only 2% of properties in the area showing an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, meaning heavy rain could cause water on the street. Flood risk from rivers is low both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The PLUS supermarket is just around the corner at 402 metres. Albert Heijn, Aldi, and Ekoplaza are all about 507 metres away, a five-minute walk. There is also another Albert Heijn at 646 metres. With 65 supermarkets within 5 km, you have plenty of options for daily groceries.
Which schools are close to this home?
P.c. basisschool de Boemerang is a primary school at 377 metres, a couple of streets away. Al Amana College Utrecht is a secondary school at 457 metres. KBS De Pijlstaart and Montessori Kind Centrum LEF are also within a ten-minute walk. There are 130 schools within 5 km, so choices are abundant.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus stops are on your doorstep: Utrecht, Viaduct with line 3 at 263 metres, and Utrecht, David van Mollemstraat with lines 3, 6, 7, and 27 at 272 metres. The nearest train station is Utrecht Zuilen at 1.1 km, about a ten-minute walk. This gives you good options for getting around Utrecht and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.32 out of 10, based on 15 reviews. One resident who has lived in Zuilen for 26 years calls it "one of the best neighbourhoods in Utrecht," praising the nearby amenities and the Julianapark. Another notes it is "getting greener and more beautiful," though they mention litter and the busy feel from tourists and students.
How does the price per m² compare to the neighbourhood?
The asking price per m² is €8,140, based on the agent's listing. The neighbourhood average asking price per m² is €7,116, so this studio is priced above the average per square metre. This is common for smaller homes, as the price per m² tends to be higher for compact properties.
