Ondiep, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis 1930s-style terraced house on Meloenstraat sits in the lively Ondiep neighbourhood, a stone's throw from the city centre. With 109 m² of living space and a 105 m² plot, it offers a comfortable layout over three floors. The energy label B means it's reasonably efficient. At €575,000, the asking price is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €549,368, reflecting the larger-than-average floor area compared to other homes for sale in the area. For context, terraced houses in Utrecht typically command a premium.
Ondiep is a dense, urban area just north of Utrecht's centre, with a very high address density (4,874 per km²). It's a mixed neighbourhood: about a third of homes are owner-occupied, and many are pre-war terraced houses. Residents have mixed feelings. One says: "Just nice and stuff." Another is less positive: "The neighbourhood is divided into 2 between the original residents and the new ones, this is clearly noticeable with houses being pelted with eggs and fireworks and the police do nothing." A third review mentions "poorly maintained public spaces." Based on three reviews, the average score is 6.17 out of 10. The neighbourhood Ondiep has a young population, with many 25-45 year olds and a fair number of families.
For your morning bread, the PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: OBS Rietendakschool is a couple of streets away, and PC basisschool de Boemerang is also nearby. For secondary education, Al Amana College Utrecht is about a ten-minute walk. A park or public garden is on your doorstep, and a restaurant is just around the corner. The municipality Utrecht offers excellent amenities, with the city centre easily reachable by bike or tram.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Romijn makelaardij, Funda, and Pararius. The asking price is €575,000.
Details of this home
Meloenstraat 42, Utrecht
Satisfactory · 3 residents
Just nice and stuff
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is divided into 2 between the original residents and the new ones, this is clearly noticeable with houses being pelted with eggs and fireworks and the police do nothing.
Auto-translated to English by AIPoorly maintained public spaces
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About Meloenstraat 42, Utrecht
The asking price of €575,000 is slightly above the average asking price in Ondiep (€549,368) and the median (€495,000). However, this house is larger than average (109 m² vs 89 m²), so the price per m² (€5,275) is actually below the neighbourhood average of €6,325. Given that similar homes in the area sold for an average of €530,873, the price seems in line with the market.
Ondiep is a densely populated urban neighbourhood just north of Utrecht city centre. It has a mix of original residents and newcomers, which has led to some tension according to reviews. Public spaces are noted as poorly maintained by some. The area is very central, with shops, schools, and parks within walking distance. The population is young, with many singles and families.
The nearest train station is 1.9 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short bike ride. Utrecht Centraal is the main station, offering connections across the country.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: OBS Rietendakschool (314 m), PC basisschool de Boemerang (415 m), and Basisschool Jules Verne (578 m). For secondary education, Al Amana College Utrecht is 533 m away. All are within a ten-minute walk.
The energy label is B, which means the house is reasonably energy-efficient. You can expect lower energy bills compared to older homes with labels D or lower. In Ondiep, 25% of homes have label B, so this is a common rating for the area.
Currently, there are 19 homes for sale in Ondiep, with prices ranging from €400,000 to €895,000. The average asking price is €549,368, and the median is €495,000. This house is priced above the median but offers more space.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Ondiep