Vogelenbuurt, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis pre-war terraced house on Lijsterstraat sits in the heart of Utrecht's Vogelenbuurt, a neighbourhood known for its quiet, leafy streets and village-like feel. With 107 m² of living space and a 72 m² plot, it offers a generous layout for a city home. The asking price of €725,000 is 21% above the neighbourhood average of €600,636, reflecting its size and condition. Compared to other terraced houses in Utrecht, this one is on the high side.
The Vogelenbuurt neighbourhood is a quiet, family-friendly area with a strong sense of community. Most homes date from before 1945, giving the streets a charming, historic character. The area is very urban, with a high address density, yet it feels calm and residential. Many residents are young professionals and couples, and the average household size is 1.6. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood.
Your daily routine here is easy: grab bread at Albert Heijn just a couple of streets away, or walk to Jumbo for groceries. For school runs, Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek is on your doorstep, and Montessori Kind Centrum LEF is a five-minute walk. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality of Utrecht, which means excellent city-wide amenities like parks, libraries, and restaurants are all within a ten-minute walk.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including Lauteslager Makelaars. The asking price reflects the current market conditions.
Details of this home
Lijsterstraat 36, Utrecht
Data from Vogelenbuurt
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About Lijsterstraat 36, Utrecht
The asking price of €725,000 is 21% above the neighbourhood average of €600,636. However, this home is larger than average (107 m² vs 92 m²) and has a good energy label B. Similar terraced houses in the area have sold for a median of €580,000, but prices vary widely from €395,000 to €850,000. The price is on the high side but reflects the size and location.
The home has energy label B, which is efficient. In the neighbourhood, only 16.7% of homes have label B, while 37.5% have label D or lower. Label B means lower heating costs compared to older, less efficient homes. The home was built in 1904, so the label suggests it has been well insulated or modernised.
The nearest train station is 2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek is just 98 m away, Montessori Kind Centrum LEF is 478 m, and Koorschool Utrecht is 513 m. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1 km away.
The Vogelenbuurt has several supermarkets within a few minutes' walk. Albert Heijn is 329 m away, Jumbo is 352 m, and another Albert Heijn is 398 m. There are also restaurants and a library nearby, making daily errands easy.
The plot is 72 m², but the listing does not specify whether there is a garden. The plot size suggests outdoor space, but it is not confirmed. You would need to check the property details for garden information.
The floor area is 107 m², which typically accommodates three to four rooms, but the exact layout is not provided.
Yes, the Vogelenbuurt is known for its quiet, leafy streets. Despite being in a very urban area with high address density, the neighbourhood feels calm and residential. Most homes are pre-war terraced houses, contributing to a peaceful atmosphere.
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