Lombok-Oost, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis studio on Sumatrastraat sits in the lively Lombok-Oost neighbourhood of Utrecht. At 44 m² it's compact, but the layout makes the most of the space. The home was built in 1918 and has an energy label C. With a price of €339,000, it's 23% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, a keen entry point into the local market. For context, studios in Utrecht tend to be smaller and more affordable than family homes.
Lombok-Oost is a dense, urban area with a real village feel. It's home to many young professionals and students, over half the residents are between 25 and 45. The streets are lined with cafes, restaurants and independent shops. The neighbourhood has a strong sense of community, with regular street markets and events. The Lombok-Oost neighbourhood is known for its multicultural character and lively atmosphere.
Your daily routine here is easy: the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there's a SPAR a few streets away. For school runs, Kindercampus Molenpark (primary) is a five-minute walk, and Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht (secondary) is about the same distance. The area is well served by public transport, with Utrecht Centraal station a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Utrecht offers excellent amenities, from parks to libraries.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including ERA Ritter Makelaardij. The listing is available on multiple platforms, so you can compare details easily.
Details of this home
Sumatrastraat 8A, Utrecht
Data from Lombok-Oost
Data from Lombok-Oost
69 within 5 km
133 within 5 km
About Sumatrastraat 8A, Utrecht
The asking price of €339,000 is 23% below the neighbourhood average of €439,389. However, the floor area of 44 m² is 41% smaller than the average of 75 m². Given the compact size and the fact that studios in Utrecht typically sell quickly, the price is in line with what you'd expect for a small unit in a popular area.
Homes in Lombok-Oost sell quickly, the average time on the market is just 19 days. This suggests strong demand, so if you're interested, it's worth being prepared to move fast.
The home has an energy label C, which is average for a property of this age. In the neighbourhood, 30% of homes have label C, while 40% have D or lower. Label C means reasonable energy efficiency, but you can expect moderate heating costs.
Lombok-Oost is very popular with young professionals, over half the residents are aged 25 to 45. The area has a high density of cafes, restaurants and shops, and the urbanity level is very strong (address density 4,887 per km²). It's a vibrant, walkable neighbourhood.
The nearest supermarket, Albert Heijn, is just 72 metres away, on your doorstep. A SPAR is 483 metres away. For primary education, Kindercampus Molenpark is 363 metres (a five-minute walk), and Christelijk Gymnasium Utrecht (secondary) is 548 metres away.
Yes, Utrecht Centraal station is 1.2 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes commuting to other cities very convenient.
The neighbourhood recorded 275 total crimes in the latest data. Given the high population density, this is not unusually high, but it's always wise to check local safety reports.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Lombok-Oost
