Dichterswijk, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis 1933 terraced house on Jan Luykenstraat sits in a neighbourhood that has seen a lot of change. With 115 m² of living space and a 95 m² plot, it's a solid family home. The price of €775,000 is 26% above the average asking price in the area, so it's on the high side compared to other terraced houses in Utrecht.
One resident describes Dichterswijk as a place that used to be deprived but has been nicely renovated. They note that behind the walls, some problems remain, and that there are many racists living here. Based on one review, the neighbourhood scores 7.13 out of 10. It's a very urban area with over 4,300 addresses per km², and most homes are apartments (72%). The population is young, with nearly half aged 25,45. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Dichterswijk.
For your morning bread, PLUS is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. There are several primary schools nearby: Openbare Basisschool De Kleine Dichter is a couple of streets away, and odbs Puntenburg is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Utrecht offers plenty of restaurants and a park within walking distance.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including De Keizer makelaars Utrecht.
Details of this home
Jan Luykenstraat 16, Utrecht
Good · 1 resident
This neighbourhood used to be a deprived area with many problems. Now a lot of new buildings have been built. But behind the walls of the houses, there are still problems. Apart from that, there are many racists living here. The neighbourhood has been nicely renovated and looks better than before. In the meantime, schools have been renovated for the little children.
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About Jan Luykenstraat 16, Utrecht
The asking price is 26% above the average asking price in Dichterswijk (€616,429). However, this is a terraced house, while the neighbourhood has mostly apartments. Homes here sell quickly, typically within 21 days, which suggests demand is strong. Whether it's fair depends on how much you value the extra space and the classic 1933 character.
The energy label is C, which is average for a pre-war home. You can expect moderate energy costs, but it's not as efficient as a modern home. In the neighbourhood, about 67% of homes have label A or better, so this one is slightly below that standard.
Dichterswijk has a mix of households: about 28% have children, and there are several primary schools within walking distance. The resident review mentions that schools have been renovated. However, the same review also notes some social issues. It's a very urban area with a young population.
The nearest train station is 1.3 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk. That's convenient for commuting to Utrecht Centraal or other cities.
The listing does not mention a garden. The plot is 95 m², but that includes the footprint of the house, so outdoor space may be limited.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Dichterswijk
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