A studio with a story in Rivierenwijk
Volkerakstraat 30 sits in Rivierenwijk, a neighbourhood in the south-west of Utrecht where the streets are lined with pre-war housing and the vibe is quietly urban. This studio, built in 1931, is part of a terraced house and comes with three floors, one bedroom and one bathroom. The asking price of €465,000 is keen compared with the average asking price of €517,512 in the neighbourhood, according to the precomputed price verdict. For context, studios in Utrecht typically go for a range of prices, but this one stands out for its size and setting.
The home itself
The agent describes this as a studio with 90 m² of living space, though the BAG registration lists 20 m². The home spans three floors and includes a rear garden of 16 m² facing south, a roof terrace, and an indoor garage. It has a central heating boiler and is offered as full ownership. The property is situated on a quiet road in a residential area, according to the agent. The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs.
Rivierenwijk, a neighbourhood in motion
Residents give Rivierenwijk an average score of 7.03, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Such a beautiful neighbourhood and it keeps getting more beautiful, especially with the improvements to the Jutfaseweg." Another notes: "I can get to almost all my groceries or other necessities within 5 minutes by bike. But I do miss some green." A third resident is less positive, mentioning safety concerns around the car park. The neighbourhood has about 9,155 inhabitants, and 49% of households are single-person. The Rivierenwijk neighbourhood is a mix of old and new, with many homes built before 1945.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Coop is just around the corner, with Lidl and Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. Primary schools KBS Gertrudis and De Wereldwijzer are both a five-minute walk, and the nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk De Greev, is just around the corner, with Apotheek Pluymaekers nearby. Bus stops on Waalstraat and Aquamarijnlaan are within a five-minute walk, serving lines 1, 47 and N4. Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Utrecht offers a wide range of amenities within easy reach.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €661,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 30% below that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 107%, from €320,000 to €661,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway noise is 37 dB Lden, below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the home being built before 1970 and the area being a KCAF attention zone. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding risk is low, current flood risk is elevated, and heat stress is expected to be medium by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Morgen Makelaardij and Morgen Makelaardij on Funda.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Volkerakstraat 30, Utrecht
What is the asking price for this studio?
The asking price is €465,000. This is 30% below the WOZ value of €661,000, and the price verdict describes it as keen compared with the average asking price of €517,512 in the neighbourhood. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed area of 90 m², is €5,167.
How many rooms does this home have?
According to the agent, the home has three rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over three floors. It also includes a rear garden of 16 m² facing south, a roof terrace, and an indoor garage. The living area is listed as 90 m² by the agent, though the BAG registration states 20 m².
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is €661,000, as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 30% below this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 107%, from €320,000 in 2020 to €661,000 in 2025.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the home being built before 1970 and the area being a KCAF attention zone, where 100% of properties were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are nearby?
The Coop supermarket is just around the corner, with Lidl and Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. Primary schools KBS Gertrudis and De Wereldwijzer are both a five-minute walk. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk De Greev, is just around the corner, and the pharmacy Apotheek Pluymaekers is nearby. Bus stops on Waalstraat and Aquamarijnlaan are within a five-minute walk, serving lines 1, 47 and N4.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Residents give Rivierenwijk an average score of 7.03, based on three reviews. One resident praises the neighbourhood's beauty and improvements to the Jutfaseweg, while another mentions the convenience of getting groceries within five minutes by bike but misses green spaces. A third resident raises concerns about safety around the car park.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient homes. The home has a central heating boiler, according to the agent.
Is there a train station nearby?
Yes, Utrecht Vaartsche Rijn station is about 579 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. This provides access to regional and national rail connections.
