Voordorp en Voorveldsepolder, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis 2015 terraced house on Oldenburgerstraat sits in Voordorp en Voorveldsepolder, a pocket of Utrecht that feels more like a village than a city. With 126 m² of living space, it's a generous home, and the energy label A means it's efficient to run. At €2,238 per month, the rent is on the high side compared with the neighbourhood average of €1,989, but you're paying for space and a recent build. Terraced houses in Utrecht in this price range are scarce, so it's a keen option for those who want a modern, efficient home.
One resident describes it as a "Village in the City": people greet you on the street, children play outside, and there's plenty of greenery. The area is car-free, which keeps it quiet, and the resident notes that they never have trouble with anyone, even with their room practically on the pavement. Based on one review, this is a neighbourhood where the calm of a village meets the convenience of the city. The Voordorp en Voorveldsepolder neighbourhood is home to many families and a mix of households, with a strong sense of community.
For daily errands, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Jumbo is a ten-minute walk away. Schools are close too: Basisschool de Beiaard is a couple of streets away, and Openbare Basisschool Voordorp is within a ten-minute walk. The park is on your doorstep, perfect for a stroll or letting the kids burn off energy. The municipality of Utrecht offers all the amenities you'd expect from a city, yet this street keeps a relaxed, village-like feel.
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About Oldenburgerstraat 7, Utrecht
The rent is above the neighbourhood average of €1,989, but the home is larger than typical rentals here: 126 m² versus an average of 96 m². It's also a recent build with an A energy label, which keeps running costs lower. Given the size and efficiency, the price is in line with what you'd expect for a modern terraced house in this part of Utrecht.
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient category. This means the home is well-insulated and has efficient heating, so you can expect lower energy bills compared to less efficient homes. It's an official registration, so you can rely on it.
The nearest Albert Heijn is about 900 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. There's also a Jumbo at about 1.4 kilometres, and several other supermarkets within a short distance. For daily shopping, you won't have to go far.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. Basisschool de Beiaard is about 470 metres away, Basisschool De Wissel is about 510 metres, and pcbs De Regenboog is about 620 metres. Openbare Basisschool Voordorp is about 880 metres away. All are within a comfortable walk for children.
The neighbourhood has a village-like feel, with children playing in the streets and plenty of greenery. It's car-free, which adds to the safety and quiet. One resident notes that people greet each other and there's a strong sense of community. The area is home to many families, and the nearby schools and park make it practical for daily life.
The nearest train station is about 2.1 kilometres away, which is a short cycle or a bus ride. The neighbourhood is well-connected, and the car-free streets make walking and cycling pleasant. For longer trips, the station offers links to the rest of the country.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
When I come to Voordorp, it really feels like a village. People look at you, say hello, children play in the street, and there's a lot of greenery. It's also car-free, which makes it nice and quiet on the street! Once there was a fight between a bunch of street youths, but I don't think they were from the neighbourhood. Because I hardly ever see people hanging around on the street, which I also like. My room is practically on the pavement and I never have any trouble with anyone. I also come from a village and was a bit afraid of the city's hustle and bustle, but it's not like that at all, so that's really great.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €563,563 | €537,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,799 | – |
| Rent price | €1,909 p/m | €1,995 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €20 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
A fascist neighbourhood that claims to be left-wing. Poorly maintained streets. Everywhere there is vomit, glass, and rubbish. Dirty pavements, graffiti everywhere, every street suffers from a huge nuisance of students. Students overpopulate the area. No diversity, too expensive shops. Only rich white people. Social inequality is clearly visible here. 1000 metres away in Overvecht people have nothing, here in abundance. Full of snobs. Social housing is only 6 percent, deliberately sold off, all homes are being split: unliveable, too much noise, and expanded with extra floors. People earn an average of 6-10,000 per month and look like tramps. There is no cohesion, people are focused on themselves, all islands. The atmosphere is gone. It was once a beautiful neighbourhood, but yuppies, damn students and damn expats have turned it into a white enclave of coke-sniffing egotrippers.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving 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.
Auto-translated to English by AIWhen I come to Voordorp, it really feels like a village. People look at you, say hello, children play in the street, and there's a lot of greenery. It's also car-free, which makes it nice and quiet on the street! Once there was a fight between a bunch of street youths, but I don't think they were from the neighbourhood. Because I hardly ever see people hanging around on the street, which I also like. My room is practically on the pavement and I never have any trouble with anyone. I also come from a village and was a bit afraid of the city's hustle and bustle, but it's not like that at all, so that's really great.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery safe and also mixed in terms of people. Supermarket and the city centre are a 5-minute walk or bike ride away. Although there are trees, there is more nature than in other places, but still not enough.
Auto-translated to English by AIArranges everything quickly, there are many people from your delivery time
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice quiet neighbourhood to live in. Here and there some green spaces and playgrounds for children. There's a large supermarket in the area with a shopping centre around it that also has a chemist etc. There are 2 schools in the area, one of which has a less strong reputation, which already limits the choice. The area is easily accessible by car and bike, although the Zuilense ring sometimes gets congested. The bus connection is less good; the 55 goes past the area and the 4 goes through the area. Unfortunately, the 4 is not a reliable bus and if it doesn't come, you can wait half an hour for the next one. Sometimes there is still some rubbish on the street, especially around De Gaard. The large waste containers there really look a mess and have a lot of rubbish lying next to them. My neighbours are friendly. The area is quiet yet still in the city; within 10 minutes by bike you're in the city centre and within a few minutes by car you're on the motorway.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is cosy, but there is also some nuisance from the Salvation Army hostel.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €644,817 | €612,817 |
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| Sale per m² | €6,767 | – |
| Rent price | €1,957 p/m | €2,031 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €591,873 | €537,519 |
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| Sale per m² | €6,530 | – |
| Rent price | €1,927 p/m | €1,903 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
Oldenburgerstraat 7, Utrecht
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