Steenstraat 18
Wittevrouwen, Utrecht
AreaA grand old terraced house on Steenstraat
Steenstraat 18 is a striking terraced house from 1860, tucked into the lively Wittevrouwen area of Utrecht. With its classic facade and three storeys, it stands out among the mix of homes here. The asking price of €850,000 is on the high side, sitting 63% above the average asking price of €522,980 for homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood. In fact, it is the most expensive of the 25 homes on the market here right now. For context, [terraced houses in Utrecht]( /koopwoningen/utrecht/tussenwoningen/ ) typically sell at a range of prices, and this one is at the top end.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this home has five rooms, four bedrooms and two bathrooms spread over three floors, with a volume of 425 m³. The living area is listed as 117 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 93 m². The plot measures 100 m² in both sources. The home has a rear garden, double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is offered as freehold ownership. The agent describes the setting as on a quiet road in a residential area.
The Wittevrouwen neighbourhood
Wittevrouwen is a dense, urban pocket of Utrecht, with a very high address density of 5,360 per km². It is a young area, with 37% of residents aged between 25 and 45, and a large share of single-person households at 60%. Residents of the wider district give an average score of 6.79 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Living so close to Griftpark was great fun to grow up in, and there are also often neighbourhood parties that make it all a lot closer." Another is less positive, describing the area as "too expensive" and complaining about student nuisance and poor street maintenance. The mix of opinions reflects a neighbourhood that is lively but not without its tensions. For more on the area, see [the Wittevrouwen neighbourhood]( /buurt/wittevrouwen-utrecht/ ).
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is convenient. An Albert Heijn and a Jumbo are both just around the corner, and a GP practice and pharmacy are a couple of streets away on the Biltstraat. For primary education, the Openbare Jenaplanschool Wittevrouwen is a five-minute walk, and there are several other schools nearby. Public transport is well served: bus stops at Kleine Singel and Wittevrouwen are within a short walk, with lines including 5, 55, N20 and many night lines. Utrecht Maliebaan station is a ten-minute walk, and the wider [municipality of Utrecht]( /gemeente/utrecht/ ) is easily reachable.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €794,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 7% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 29%, from €616,000 to €794,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The road traffic noise level is 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, partly because the home was built before 1970, and 7% of properties in this postcode area have an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, current flood risk is elevated, and heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including SLEEPING BEAUTIES and SLEEPING BEAUTIES on Funda.
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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 Steenstraat 18, Utrecht
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €850,000 is 7% above the WOZ value of €794,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 29%, from €616,000 in 2020 to €794,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home has five rooms, four bedrooms and two bathrooms spread over three floors. The living area is listed as 117 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 93 m². The plot measures 100 m². There is a rear garden, and the home has double glazing and a central heating boiler.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means the home is relatively energy-efficient compared to less efficient labels, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The home also has double glazing, which helps with insulation. However, the label does not say anything about the structural condition of the home.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, based on area-level data. This is partly because the home was built in 1860, before 1970, and 7% of properties in this postcode area have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The road traffic noise level at this address is 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 33 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
An Albert Heijn and a Jumbo are both about 300 metres away, so groceries are just around the corner. For schools, the Openbare Jenaplanschool Wittevrouwen is about 294 metres away, and there are several other primary and secondary schools within a short walk, including the School aan de Singel.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Utrecht, Kleine Singel, about 158 metres away, with lines 5, 55 and N20. Another stop, Utrecht, Wittevrouwen, is about 272 metres away and serves many lines including 18, 27, 28, 73, 74, 77 and several night lines. Utrecht Maliebaan train station is about 1.1 km away.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider district give an average score of 6.79 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One resident says it is "a very nice place to grow up" and mentions the nearby Griftpark and neighbourhood parties. Another is critical, calling it "too expensive" and complaining about student nuisance and poor street maintenance. The reviews reflect a mix of opinions.
How does the price per m² compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price per m² is €7,265, based on the agent's listed living area of 117 m². This is higher than the neighbourhood average asking price per m² of €6,700. The home's living area is 33% larger than the neighbourhood average of 88 m², which partly explains the higher total price.
Is this the most expensive home for sale in the neighbourhood?
Yes, at €850,000, this is the most expensive of the 25 homes currently for sale in Wittevrouwen. The average asking price in the neighbourhood is €522,980, and the median is €549,000. The cheapest home on the market here is listed at €135,000.
