Breedstraat en Plompetorengracht en omgeving, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis 15th-century terraced house on the Predikherenstraat sits in the heart of the old city, where the streets hum with students, shoppers and cyclists. With 100 m² of living space and a small 52 m² plot, it is a rare find in the city centre. The asking price of €750,000 is 39% above the neighbourhood average of €538,786, but the home is also 35% larger than the typical 74 m² in the area, so the price per square metre is in line with the market. For context, terraced houses in Utrecht vary widely in price and size.
This is one of Utrecht's most historic quarters, with narrow streets, canals and centuries-old buildings. The area is densely populated, over 6,500 addresses per km², and mostly consists of flats and small houses built before 1945. It is a young neighbourhood: the largest age group is 25 to 45, and most households are single people. There are few families with children, so the vibe is lively and urban. The Breedstraat en Plompetorengracht en omgeving neighbourhood has a high proportion of rental homes, with only 29% owner-occupied.
Your daily routine here is shaped by the city centre. For groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there is a second Albert Heijn equally close. Boon's Markt is a couple of streets away. For school runs, the Koorschool Utrecht is a five-minute walk, and the Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek is about the same distance. Secondary schools like School aan de Singel are also within a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood falls under the municipality of Utrecht, which manages the public spaces and local amenities.
The home is listed through two channels: Grifhorst Makelaardij and Grifhorst Makelaardij Exclusief. At present, the asking price is €750,000.
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The asking price is 39% above the neighbourhood average of €538,786, but the home is also 35% larger than the typical 74 m² in the area. The price per square metre works out to €7,500, which is in line with the neighbourhood average of €7,545 per m². So while the total price is high, it reflects the extra space.
The house was built in 1450, making it one of the oldest in the neighbourhood. It has an energy label D, which is common for pre-war homes in the area, 38.5% of homes in the neighbourhood have label D or lower. You can expect higher heating costs compared to a modern home, but the historic character is a big part of its appeal.
The Breedstraat en Plompetorengracht en omgeving is a dense, historic city-centre neighbourhood with a young population, most residents are between 25 and 45. It is very urban, with over 6,500 addresses per km². There are few families with children, so the area feels lively and student-oriented. Most homes are flats and pre-war buildings.
The nearest train station is 2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bus ride. Utrecht Centraal is the main station, with connections across the country.
You have two Albert Heijn supermarkets within 140 m, and Boon's Markt is 247 m away. Restaurants are on your doorstep (0.1 km), and a library is 0.5 km away. For daily needs, everything is within a few minutes' walk.
Yes, several primary and secondary schools are within walking distance. The Koorschool Utrecht (primary) is 426 m away, and the Openbare Basisschool De Koekoek is 535 m. For secondary education, School aan de Singel is 513 m away. All are within a ten-minute walk.
Currently, there are 14 homes for sale in the neighbourhood, with an average asking price of €538,786 and a median of €482,000. This home is at the higher end of the price range, which goes up to €840,000. In the past year, 53 homes were sold, with an average selling price of €476,434.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €516,000 | €425,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,112 | – |
| Rent price | €1,621 p/m | €1,405 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
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 AII live on the Singel, which is quite busy with traffic, but the streets behind it (between the Singel and the railway) are actually very quiet and peaceful. This is also because there are few amenities in this part. However, you can easily reach all necessary shops on foot. Due to the few cafés in these streets, there is little sense of community. The quiet streets behind the house can sometimes be scary when you have to walk through them at night. Especially the stretch from the central station to home passes dark parks and offices that are empty in the evening. Living on the Singel, apart from the traffic, is very nice because you can (run) along the Singel in the greenery straight away. Hygiene is fine. The bins are not often too full.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving so close to the city centre has pros and cons. Main con is noise. But we love how walkable this neighborhood is to everything in the city centre. We can't imagine living the same lifestyle if we live further away.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in the Zeven Steegjes all my life and really enjoy it here
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here my whole life and have always enjoyed it.
Auto-translated to English by AIIn terms of amenities it's wonderful to live in the centre, but it's also very busy and not accessible by car. Public transport is excellent. I never feel comfortable walking alone late at night because of all the homeless people and creepy individuals. There should be much more green space in the centre for my liking. It could be so much better. We do have a very nice green courtyard at the apartment complex.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a nice area to live in. The location is pleasant, but it's the centre so there's almost always noise pollution. Of course that's to be expected. However, the surroundings aren't very hygienic. In the courtyard where we live, there are many restaurants that dump their waste in the alleys. That's a shame.
Auto-translated to English by AIStreet full of shops and cosiness. Nice and bustling sometimes also noisy but that's not the residents' fault haha
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €762,658 | €636,298 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €8,087 | – |
| Rent price | €2,063 p/m | €2,037 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €28 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 | €611,017 | €539,433 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,844 | – |
| Rent price | €1,917 p/m | €1,902 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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