Schaakbuurt en omgeving, Utrecht
NeighbourhoodThis terraced house on Prinses Irenelaan sits in a quiet, friendly corner of Utrecht. Built in 1999, it offers 108 m² of living space on a 95 m² plot, with an energy label B, efficient and comfortable. The asking price of €535,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €477,806, but it reflects the modern build and good condition. For context, terraced houses in Utrecht typically sell for around €5,221 per m².
The Schaakbuurt is a leafy, residential area with a strong sense of community. One resident describes it as the 'Nicest neighbourhood Utrecht', very quiet, with a nice community, close to grocery shops and diverse. The area is popular with families and couples: around 675 households have children, and the average household size is 2.1. With an address density of 3,957 per km², it's urban but not overwhelming. You can read more about the Schaakbuurt en omgeving neighbourhood for further details.
Daily errands are easy: Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Boni and Lidl are a couple of streets away. For families, primary schools are within walking distance, KBS Wijzer aan de Vecht is a five-minute walk, and Openbare basisschool De Cirkel is just a bit further. A GP and a park are also on your doorstep. The area is well connected, with Utrecht's centre a short cycle away. The municipality of Utrecht offers plenty of amenities and green spaces.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via LEF Makelaars & Taxateurs.
Details of this home
Prinses Irenelaan 10, Utrecht
Very good · 1 resident
Very quiet, nice community, close to grocery shops and such, and diversity
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About Prinses Irenelaan 10, Utrecht
The asking price of €535,000 is above the neighbourhood average of €477,806 and the median of €450,000. However, this home is a modern terraced house built in 1999 with 108 m², while the average sold property in the area is 93 m². The price per m² (€4,954) is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €5,221, so it's priced in line with its size and quality.
The home has energy label B, which is efficient. In the neighbourhood, about 24% of homes have label B, and 43% have A or better. Label B means lower energy bills compared to older homes, though not as low as A or A+. You can expect reasonable heating and electricity costs.
The Schaakbuurt is very family-friendly. Around 675 households have children, and there are several primary schools within walking distance, such as KBS Wijzer aan de Vecht (255 m) and Openbare basisschool De Cirkel (363 m). The area is quiet with a strong community feel, as noted by residents.
Albert Heijn is just 161 m away for daily groceries, with Boni and Lidl also within a ten-minute walk. A GP is 400 m away, and a park is 200 m from the home. For secondary education, the nearest school is 2 km away, but primary schools are very close.
The nearest train station is 2.3 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle. Utrecht's central station is a bit further, but the area is well served by bus routes.
In the most recent data, there were 204 total crimes reported in the neighbourhood. This is moderate for an urban area, but residents describe the area as very quiet and safe.
Sold properties in the neighbourhood took an average of 29 days to sell, which is relatively quick. This suggests demand is healthy, but the current home has been listed at a price above average, so it may take a bit longer.
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