Prinses Irenelaan 87
Schaakbuurt en omgeving, Utrecht
AreaA classic family home in Utrecht's Schaakbuurt
This 1946 terraced house on Prinses Irenelaan feels like a proper family home, with a generous 119 m² of living space and a private garden. The energy label C means it's reasonably efficient, though you'll want to keep an eye on heating costs. At €649,000, the price is 36% above the neighbourhood average of €477,806, partly because the floor area is 28% larger than the typical home in the area. For context, that's on the high side compared to other terraced houses in Utrecht.
Schaakbuurt en omgeving: quiet and community-minded
With just one review, the neighbourhood scores an 8 out of 10. One resident calls it the "Nicest neighbourhood Utrecht" and describes it as "very quiet, nice community, close to grocery shops and such, and diversity." The area is densely populated (over 3,900 addresses per km²) and very urban, yet it feels calm. Most homes were built between 1945 and 1970, and the mix of families and singles gives it a balanced feel. The neighbourhood Schaakbuurt en omgeving is well-established and popular.
Daily life on Prinses Irenelaan
Your morning bread run is a five-minute walk to Albert Heijn, just around the corner. For a bigger shop, Boni and Lidl are a couple of streets away. Kids can walk to Openbare basisschool De Cirkel in under five minutes, and De Kleine Vliegenier is a ten-minute stroll. The nearest park is on your doorstep, perfect for a quick escape. The municipality Utrecht offers all the city's amenities, though the train station is a ten-minute cycle.
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About Prinses Irenelaan 87, Utrecht
Is €649,000 a fair price for this house?
The asking price is 36% above the neighbourhood average of €477,806, but the house is also 28% larger than the typical home in the area (119 m² vs 93 m²). Similar homes in Schaakbuurt have sold for an average of €471,861, so the price is on the high side. You're paying a premium for the extra space and the quiet, well-connected location.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Schaakbuurt en omgeving is a very quiet, diverse community with a strong sense of community, according to one resident. It's densely built-up (very strong urbanity) but feels calm. The area has a mix of families and singles, and most homes date from 1945-1970. The park is just a couple of streets away, and daily shops are within walking distance.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
Albert Heijn is just around the corner at 417 metres, so you can walk there in about five minutes. Boni and Lidl are also within a ten-minute walk. For a wider selection, there are 62 supermarkets within 5 km.
What schools are nearby?
Openbare basisschool De Cirkel is a five-minute walk away (393 m), and De Kleine Vliegenier is about 660 metres, a ten-minute stroll. There are also several other primary schools within easy reach, including KBS Wijzer aan de Vecht and Christelijke Basisschool De Piramide.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 2.3 km away, which is about a ten-minute cycle or a 25-minute walk. It's not on your doorstep, but the bus network may help.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C, which is average for a house of this age. You can expect moderate energy costs, but it's not as efficient as a modern home. About 43% of homes in the neighbourhood have label A or better, so this one is slightly behind the local average.
Is there a garden?
The exact size and layout are not specified, but it's a terraced house from 1946, so a private outdoor space is standard.
