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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Predikherenstraat 8, Utrecht
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About Predikherenstraat 8, Utrecht
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.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Breedstraat en Plompetorengracht en omgeving
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