A grand terraced house on a quiet canal-side street
This 1913 terraced house sits on Geertebolwerk, a calm street in the heart of Utrecht's historic canal district. With its tall windows and classic brick facade, it has the feel of a proper city home, yet the street itself is peaceful. The asking price of €1,098,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €815,778. For context, terraced houses in Utrecht are in steady supply, with nine currently on the market in this area.
Inside the home
Step inside and you find six rooms spread over three floors, including four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area is listed at 149 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 169 m². The home has a garden of 24 m² facing northeast, reached via the back alley, plus a balcony. It is fully owned, with the ground lease permanently settled. According to the agent, the roof is insulated, and heating comes from district heating with partial underfloor heating. The property is described as being on a quiet road in the centre with an unobstructed view.
Life in the Springweg en omgeving Geertebuurt
This is a district where the old city meets everyday life. Residents of the wider Binnenstad district give their living environment an average score of 7.54, based on nine reviews. One resident notes: "The Nieuwegracht is a quiet and clean side of the centre of Utrecht. Across the water lies a beautiful park and a large meadow." Another says: "Living so close to the city centre has pros and cons. Main con is noise. But we love how walkable this neighborhood is to everything in the city centre." The area is home to about 1,970 people, many of whom live alone, and it is a place where you can walk to most things. For a closer look at the numbers, the Springweg en omgeving Geertebuurt neighbourhood offers a mix of historic buildings and modern conveniences.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy on foot. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a SPAR and a Jumbo a couple of streets away. For primary education, odbs Puntenburg is a five-minute walk, and the Agatha Snellenschool is just beyond that. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk De Greev, is a ten-minute walk, while Apotheek Boswijk is just around the corner. Bus line 2 stops at Utrecht, Nicolaas Beetsstraat on your doorstep, and Utrecht Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within the municipality of Utrecht's compact centre.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this property is not available in the records, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective norms. The foundation risk indication is elevated, partly because the building dates from before 1970, and in this postcode area 85% of properties were built before that year. The climate indications show an elevated risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, while the current flood risk is low. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Lauteslager 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 Geertebolwerk 32, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €1,098,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €815,778. That is 35% above the average. The average price per square metre in the area is €6,873, while this home is listed at €7,369 per m² based on the agent's floor area. The neighbourhood has nine homes for sale in total, with prices ranging from €325,000 to €1,995,000.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, this is a single-family terraced house with six rooms, four bedrooms, and two bathrooms spread over three floors. The living area is listed as 149 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 169 m². The home has a garden of 24 m² facing northeast, accessible via the back alley, and a balcony. The volume is 550 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means the home is relatively energy-efficient compared with less efficient labels, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent also notes that the roof is insulated and heating comes from district heating with partial underfloor heating. These features contribute to the home's overall energy performance.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated. This is based on area-level data: the building dates from 1913, before 1970, and in this postcode area 85% of properties were built before that year. Additionally, 18% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. These are indications at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
How noisy is it at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Railway noise is 38 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These figures come from public data for the address and reflect the general sound environment, not a measurement inside the home.
What are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn at 377 metres, followed by SPAR at 503 metres and Jumbo at 522 metres. For primary education, odbs Puntenburg is 443 metres away, and the Agatha Snellenschool is 492 metres. There are also several other primary schools within a short walk, including the Openbare Dalton Basisschool Pieterskerkhof at 706 metres.
How far is the nearest bus stop and train station?
The nearest bus stop is Utrecht, Nicolaas Beetsstraat, just 93 metres away, served by bus line 2. There are additional stops on the same line at Hoogh Boulandt (280 metres) and Catharijneconvent (337 metres). Utrecht Centraal train station is 767 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the wider Binnenstad district give their living environment an average score of 7.54, based on nine reviews. One resident says: "The Nieuwegracht is a quiet and clean side of the centre of Utrecht. Across the water lies a beautiful park and a large meadow." Another notes: "Living so close to the city centre has pros and cons. Main con is noise. But we love how walkable this neighborhood is to everything in the city centre."
Is there a risk of flooding at this address?
The current flood risk is low, and it is also expected to remain low in 2050. However, the risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain is elevated. This means that in the event of intense rainfall, there is a higher chance of water on the street or in the area. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a guarantee for this specific property.
