Oude Kerkstraat 1B
Wittevrouwen, Utrecht
AreaA grand terraced house on a historic street
On the Oude Kerkstraat, in the heart of Wittevrouwen, stands this imposing terraced house from 1881. With its five floors and generous proportions, it is a striking presence on a street that feels a world away from the bustle of the city centre. The asking price of €1,750,000 is on the high side, sitting 235% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For context, [terraced houses in Utrecht] give you a sense of what else is on the market in the municipality.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this home offers nine rooms, including seven bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over five floors. The living area is listed at 256 m², while the BAG registration records 249 m². The plot measures 146 m². The agent mentions a rear garden of 54 m², facing south-east. The home has roof, wall and floor insulation, as well as double glazing (HR+ or HR++). Heating is provided by a central heating boiler and underfloor heating.
Life in Wittevrouwen
Wittevrouwen is a district with a strong character, where old Utrecht meets a lively, student-filled atmosphere. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 6.79, based on seven reviews. One resident describes it as "a very nice place to grow up", noting the proximity to Griftpark and the neighbourhood parties that bring people together. Another speaks of a "village in the city" feeling, with people greeting each other and children playing in the street. Yet a third review is far more critical, mentioning noise, litter and a lack of social cohesion. The neighbourhood has 6,730 inhabitants, and a large share of homes date from before 1945. For more on the area, see [the Wittevrouwen neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
The daily routine is well served here. The Openbare Jenaplanschool Wittevrouwen is just around the corner, and the KBS Montessori Buiten Wittevrouwen is a couple of streets away. For groceries, the Albert Heijn on the Biltstraat is a five-minute walk, with a Jumbo nearby. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijken Biltstraat, Praktijk Barels is a couple of streets away, and the Service Apotheek Koert Biltstraat is just as close. The Stadskliniek Utrecht is on your doorstep. For public transport, the bus stop Utrecht, Oorsprongpark is a couple of streets away, with lines 8, 18, 27, 28, 73, 74, 77, 350 and night lines. Utrecht Maliebaan station is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within [the municipality of Utrecht].
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. The address does carry some risk indications, which are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. Road traffic noise is measured at 52 dB Lden, above the noise standard. Railway noise is 31 dB Lden and aircraft noise 40 dB Lden, both below the standard. The foundation risk indication is elevated, as the home was built before 1970 and the area is a KCAF attention zone. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, as is the current flood risk, while the flood risk for 2050 is low. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Grifhorst 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.
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About Oude Kerkstraat 1B, Utrecht
What does the asking price of €1,750,000 mean for this home?
The asking price is €1,750,000, which is 235% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood of €522,980. The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €6,700, while this home is listed at €6,836 per m² based on the agent's floor area of 256 m². The home is considerably larger than the neighbourhood average of 88 m².
How many rooms does this home have?
According to the agent, the home has nine rooms, including seven bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over five floors. The living area is listed at 256 m², while the BAG registration records 249 m². The plot measures 146 m². There is also a rear garden of 54 m² facing south-east.
What is the energy label of this home?
The home has energy label B, which is an efficient label. The agent also mentions roof, wall and floor insulation, as well as double glazing (HR+ or HR++). Heating is provided by a central heating boiler and underfloor heating. The home was built in 1881.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built before 1970, and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone. In this neighbourhood, 7% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas.
What are the noise levels at this address?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 31 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
Which supermarkets are closest to this home?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn, about 312 metres away, with a Jumbo at 376 metres. A second Albert Heijn and an Ekoplaza are both at 539 metres. In total, there are 67 supermarkets within five kilometres, so grocery shopping is well covered in this part of Utrecht.
What schools are near this home?
The Openbare Jenaplanschool Wittevrouwen is just 83 metres away, with the KBS Montessori Buiten Wittevrouwen at 278 metres. The Nieuwe Regentesseschool is at 320 metres. For secondary education, the School aan de Singel is at 629 metres. There are 123 schools within five kilometres.
How is the public transport in this area?
The bus stop Utrecht, Oorsprongpark is 210 metres away, with lines 8, 18, 27, 28, 73, 74, 77, 350 and several night lines. The stop Utrecht, Wittevrouwen is at 248 metres with similar lines. Utrecht Maliebaan train station is 953 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about the district?
Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 6.79, based on seven reviews. One resident calls it "a very nice place to grow up", mentioning Griftpark and neighbourhood parties. Another describes a "village in the city" feeling with greenery and a car-free street. A third review is critical, mentioning noise, litter and a lack of social cohesion.
How does the size of this home compare to the neighbourhood average?
The living area of this home is 256 m² according to the agent, which is 191% larger than the neighbourhood average of 88 m². The asking price per m² is €6,836, compared to the neighbourhood average of €6,700 per m². The home is significantly larger than most properties in Wittevrouwen.
