Hofstraat 12
Oudwijk, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodA classic terraced house on Hofstraat
This 1920s terraced house on Hofstraat sits in Oudwijk, a leafy and well-kept part of Utrecht. The home is compact at 80 m², with a small plot of 48 m². At €2,250 per month, the rent is keen compared with the neighbourhood average, and it sits below the typical asking price for terraced houses in Utrecht.
The Oudwijk neighbourhood
Oudwijk is a peaceful, safe area with an active community and good neighbourly relations, according to one resident. The same resident highlights 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. It is a dense, urban neighbourhood with many single-person households, and the Oudwijk neighbourhood has a mix of families and older residents.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with another a couple of streets away, and an Ekoplaza nearby. For schools, KBS Montessori Buiten Wittevrouwen is a five-minute walk, and the Nieuwe Regentesseschool is a couple of streets away. The area is well served by public transport, with a train station a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Utrecht offers a wide range of amenities within easy reach.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including 365Makelaardij.
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About Hofstraat 12, Utrecht
Is €2,250 a fair rent for this terraced house?
The rent is 13% below the neighbourhood average of €2,586, and the floor area is 53% smaller than the average of 169 m². So you are paying less, but for a smaller home. Compared with other rentals in Oudwijk, this price is on the keen side.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This is an official registration, which means the home meets a moderate standard of energy efficiency. You can expect average energy costs, but the label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
An Albert Heijn is 180 metres away, so just around the corner. Another Albert Heijn and an Ekoplaza are both 379 metres away, and a Jumbo is 630 metres away. Daily shopping is very convenient.
What schools are nearby?
There are several primary schools within a short walk. KBS Montessori Buiten Wittevrouwen is 418 metres away, the Nieuwe Regentesseschool is 457 metres, and Basisschool de Odyssee is 534 metres. All are within a ten-minute walk.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest train station is 1.7 km away, which is about a twenty-minute walk or a short cycle. The neighbourhood is well connected, and the city centre is within reach.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Oudwijk is described by a resident as peaceful, safe and well maintained, with an active community and good neighbourly relations. There are attractive green spaces such as Wilhelminapark, and the centre is within reach. It is a dense urban area with many single-person households.
Experiences from Oudwijk
How residents experience their neighbourhood
The 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.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €567,474 | €545,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,919 | – |
| Rent price | €2,586 p/m | €2,395 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 p/m | – |
Experiences from Oost
How residents experience their district
The 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 AIIt's a good neighbourhood but a lot could also be better in terms of cleanliness, parking, safety.
Auto-translated to English by AII think it's a very nice neighbourhood, because there are many things to do nearby, like going to parks and walking paths. I've seen many nice and different houses in this neighbourhood, for example at friends' places, and it's nice that not every house is the same. It is difficult to buy a house in this area due to the costs, but overall it is a safe and cosy place to live near Utrecht Central.
Auto-translated to English by AII moved to this neighbourhood 15 years ago with two children aged 12 and 10 respectively. I invited the neighbours over to get acquainted, but it never went further than a Christmas card and saying hello to each other. I was busy with the kids, work, studies, etc. At the time, I didn't have much need for it either, and everyone did their own thing. Shops and restaurants within walking distance, as well as bus and train connections. The little river Krommerijn flows past my house. Lots of pleasure boats and joggers going back and forth to Amelisweerd. A small park nearby where I can enjoy walking. Primary schools close by and I feel safe. The house itself is fine, but could be better insulated and have a toilet upstairs. The neighbourhood could do more for each other by doing things together and each according to their abilities. Being able to help each other if needed, keeping an eye out. The lower part of the housing is much older, and above the lower houses there is an apartment. Here mainly live single people or families with young children. I would like to get to know each other and the question is: how do I do it?
Auto-translated to English by AISafe, reasonably quiet
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Auto-translated to English by AIIt's nice to live in this neighbourhood because there is a very large student complex. It can be a bit noisy at times and the rubbish is not put away neatly. Furthermore, in spring we have a huge problem with the seagulls that live on our roofs. There are also hardly any facilities in the area in terms of shops. But it is easily accessible and close to the university. Also, it's super cosy to live with so many students and having a lot of nature in the surroundings is a luxury too.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €642,059 | €555,341 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,296 | – |
| Rent price | €2,083 p/m | €2,071 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €26 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.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €597,613 | €548,463 |
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| Sale per m² | €6,533 | – |
| Rent price | €1,896 p/m | €1,859 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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