A grand old terraced house on a quiet street
On a quiet residential street in Wittevrouwen, this 1860 terraced house stands with its classic facade and a generous footprint. The asking price is €995,000. The home is part of a small supply of 37 terraced houses currently for sale in Utrecht. The average asking price in the neighbourhood is €681,649, and the average living area is 93 m², so this home is considerably larger than the typical property here.
Inside the home
The agent describes a six-room layout with five bedrooms and two bathrooms spread over three floors, totalling 549 m³. The living area is listed at 144 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 150 m². The plot measures 94 m² according to both sources. There is a rear garden of 37 m² facing east, and the property is in full ownership. The home has roof insulation and double glazing, and is heated by a central heating boiler. It is situated on a quiet road in a residential area.
Life in Wittevrouwen
Wittevrouwen is a district within Utrecht where the average resident gives a score of 6.79 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One resident who grew up near Griftpark says: "Living so close to Griftpark was great fun to grow up in, and there are also often neighbourhood parties that make it all a lot closer." Another resident, speaking about the wider district, describes it as a "Village in the City": "People look at you, say hello, children play in the street, and there's a lot of greenery." A third review is far more critical, mentioning poorly maintained streets and student nuisance. The district has 6,615 inhabitants, with 59% living alone. For more on the area, see the Wittevrouwen neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Jumbo and Albert Heijn are just around the corner, and a second Albert Heijn, Ekoplaza, and another Albert Heijn are a ten-minute walk away. The nearest primary school, Openbare Jenaplanschool Wittevrouwen, is a couple of streets away, as is the secondary school School aan de Singel. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijken Biltstraat, Praktijk Barels and the Service Apotheek Koert Biltstraat are both just around the corner. Bus stops at Utrecht, Kleine Singel and Utrecht, Wittevrouwen are on your doorstep, served by lines 5, 55, N20 and 18, 27, 28, 73, 74, 77, N1, N2, N4, N5, N6, N7, N8, N9, 350, N41, N50 respectively. Utrecht Maliebaan station is a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Utrecht offers all this and more, as described on the municipality of Utrecht.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €898,000, and the asking price is 11% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 36%, from €661,000 to €898,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, which is an area-level indication based on the pre-1970 construction and the KCAF attention area. The climate indications for this area include a medium risk of pluvial flooding and a medium current flood risk, with a low flood risk by 2050; heat stress is medium both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, both through Pauw Makelaardij.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Obrechtstraat 51, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €995,000 is 11% above the WOZ value of €898,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 36%, from €661,000 to €898,000. This comparison is precomputed and does not imply any judgement about whether the price is fair.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home has six rooms, including five bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over three floors. The total volume is 549 m³. The living area is listed at 144 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 150 m². There is a rear garden of 37 m² facing east. The property is in full ownership.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This label indicates the energy performance of the home as registered, but it does not say anything about the structural condition. With label C, you can expect moderate energy costs compared with more efficient labels, but the actual costs depend on usage and the specific installations. The agent notes that the home has roof insulation and double glazing, which can help with energy efficiency.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, according to public data from KCAF and the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1860, before 1970, and the postcode area is a KCAF attention area. In this neighbourhood, 7% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot. This information is meant to inform, not to alarm.
What are the noise levels around this home?
The noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 33 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures come from public data for the address and are area-level indications. They do not reflect an on-site measurement of the actual noise experience inside the home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarkets are Jumbo and Albert Heijn, both about 280 metres away, which is just around the corner. A second Albert Heijn and an Ekoplaza are about 614 metres away, a ten-minute walk. Another Albert Heijn is at 702 metres. In total, there are 65 supermarkets within five kilometres, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What schools are close to this home?
The nearest primary school is Openbare Jenaplanschool Wittevrouwen, about 309 metres away. Other primary schools include Nieuwe Regentesseschool at 408 metres and KBS Montessori Buiten Wittevrouwen at 434 metres. For secondary education, School aan de Singel is about 332 metres away, offering vbo and mavo, and another location at 373 metres offers vwo and havo. All are within a short walk.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Utrecht, Kleine Singel, about 136 metres away, served by lines 5, 55, and N20. Another stop, Utrecht, Wittevrouwen, is at 263 metres with many lines including 18, 27, 28, 73, 74, 77, and night lines. Utrecht Maliebaan train station is about 1.1 kilometres away, a ten-minute walk. This gives you good options for getting around the city and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give an average score of 6.79 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Living so close to Griftpark was great fun to grow up in, and there are also often neighbourhood parties that make it all a lot closer." Another describes it as a "Village in the City" with greenery and a car-free street. A third review is critical, mentioning poorly maintained streets and student nuisance. These reviews reflect the district, not just this specific neighbourhood.
How does the price per square metre compare with the neighbourhood?
The asking price per square metre is €6,910, based on the agent's listed living area of 144 m². The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €7,618. So this home is priced below the neighbourhood average per square metre, even though the total asking price is above the average asking price because the home is larger than the average.
