Move-in ready apartment with sunny south-facing garden near Utrecht centre
Key Features
Upsides
- Energy label A with HR++ glazing, roof insulation, and owned gas-fired combi boiler from 2005, resulting in comfortable and economical living.
- Private south-facing garden of 11 m² providing direct access from both the living room and bedroom, which is uncommon for apartments of this size in central Utrecht.
- Move-in ready condition with a modern open kitchen, walk-in shower, and fresh finishes throughout, requiring no immediate renovation or decoration work.
- Active and well-managed VvE with a multi-year maintenance plan, reserve fund, and building insurance already in place, providing transparency and predictability for future costs.
- Central location in Utrecht with excellent public transport connections and a wide range of daily amenities within walking distance, while maintaining a quiet residential character.
Downsides
- Only one bedroom, which limits the property's suitability for couples needing a separate work-from-home space or for future expansion such as having a roommate or child.
- Total living area of 48 m² is relatively compact, and while the garden helps extend the usable space outdoors, indoor storage options are limited to a small external box of 2 m².
- Public parking only, with no dedicated or private parking space included, which can be a practical challenge in a central urban area of Utrecht.
- The garden, at 11 m², is modest in size and may feel limited for those who want to regularly entertain outdoors or cultivate a larger garden.
- The property is partially furnished (gedeeltelijk gestoffeerd), which means the buyer may inherit or need to remove existing fixtures and finishes, requiring clarification before purchase.
Description
This ground-floor apartment is situated on the Amsterdamsestraatweg in Utrecht, built in 2005, and offers a practical layout with one bedroom across a living area of 48 square metres. The property forms part of a well-maintained residential complex and is being offered fully move-in ready, making it particularly suitable for first-time buyers or those looking to downsize.
Upon entering the apartment via the ground-floor entrance, you arrive in a hall that provides access to the living room. The living room is bright thanks to large windows and connects directly to the garden, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow that makes the space feel larger than its recorded square metres suggest. There is adequate room for both a sitting area and a dining zone within the open-plan layout.
The open kitchen is finished in a modern style and equipped with built-in appliances. Its practical layout allows you to cook while remaining connected to the rest of the living area, which is a convenient feature for everyday use. The kitchen countertop and cabinetry provide sufficient workspace for basic meal preparation.
The bedroom is spacious by the standards of this apartment's size, with direct access to the outdoor area as well. This connection to the garden adds to the sense of openness and allows natural light to enter the room throughout the day. The bedroom also offers enough space to accommodate a home office corner or additional storage solutions such as a wardrobe wall.
The bathroom is neatly finished and includes a walk-in shower, a toilet, a washbasin, and a connection point for a washing machine. The walk-in shower adds a practical element to the space, and the overall finish is clean and functional rather than luxurious.
The private south-facing back garden measures 11 square metres with dimensions of 3.77 metres deep by 3.00 metres wide. The southern orientation means that the garden receives sunlight for a large portion of the day, which is a significant advantage for those who value outdoor space. The garden is described as sheltered and private, contributing to a pleasant living environment. There is also a communal bicycle storage area within the complex, and the apartment has its own external storage unit of approximately 2 square metres.
The complex is managed by an active owners association (VvE) with a multi-year maintenance plan in place. Monthly contribution to the VvE is around 110 euros, which covers routine maintenance and contributes to a reserve fund. The building itself is well-maintained, as noted in the listing description.
Energy performance is a strong point for this property. The apartment holds an energy label A rating, achieved in part through HR++ glazing throughout, roof insulation, and a 2005 Intergas gas-fired combination boiler that is owned by the apartment. These features contribute to relatively low energy costs and comfortable indoor temperatures year-round.
The location on Amsterdamsestraatweg places the apartment within short distance of Utrecht city centre, with easy access to a variety of shops, supermarkets, cafés, and restaurants in the immediate neighbourhood. Several gyms and green areas are also nearby, including the Vecht river banks and Julianapark, which are suitable for walking or jogging. Public transport connections are solid, with Utrecht Zuilen station and multiple bus stops within quick reach, providing connections to the city centre and surrounding towns. The complex is accessible from both Amsterdamsestraatweg and Minister Talmastraat at the rear, and both sides are equipped with an intercom system.
Parking in the area is on public roads rather than private, which is typical for this part of Utrecht. The property is fully ready for occupancy without the need for renovation work, which simplifies the purchasing process considerably.
In summary, this apartment offers a compact but thoughtfully arranged living space with the added benefit of a private south-facing garden and a move-in ready condition. The modern construction from 2005, strong energy rating, and central location in Utrecht make it a practical choice for a single occupant or couple looking for a comfortable home close to urban amenities.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The bathroom is described as having a 'douche' and 'Inloopdouche' (walk-in shower) in the features list.
Bathtub
Only a shower (douche/Inloopdouche) is mentioned in the bathroom. No bathtub is described.
Ensuite Bathroom
The listing mentions a 'ruime slaapkamer' (spacious bedroom) but does not specifically state that the bathroom is directly accessible from the bedroom. The layout description suggests the bathroom is accessed from the hall.
Guest Toilet
The listing only mentions one toilet, located in the single bathroom. No separate guest toilet is indicated.
Heated Towel Rail
No heated towel rail is mentioned in the description or features list.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned in the bathroom description or features.
Double Shower
Only one shower is described in the bathroom.
Shared Shower
This is a private apartment; the bathroom is for sole use by the occupant.
Shared Toilet
This is a private apartment; the toilet is for sole use by the occupant.
His And Hers Sinks
The bathroom is described as having a single 'wastafel' (sink), not two sinks.
Bathroom Heated Floor
No heated bathroom floor is mentioned. While the apartment has good insulation and energy label A, no specific mention of floor heating in the bathroom is made.
Building General
South Facing
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No mention of a balcony anywhere in the listing. The outdoor space described is the rear garden only.
Rear Garden
Explicitly mentioned as 'achtertuin' of 11 m² (3.77 meters deep by 3.00 meters wide) with south-facing orientation. The description emphasizes it as a sunny garden.
Front Garden
Only the rear garden (achtertuin) is specifically mentioned. No separate front garden is described.
Side Garden
Only the rear garden is described in the listing. No side garden is mentioned.
Terrace
A garden area exists but the listing specifically describes it as a garden (tuin) rather than a terrace. The outdoor space is measured as a garden.
Rooftop Terrace
No rooftop terrace is mentioned. This is a ground-floor apartment.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the description or features list.
Patio
A rear garden is present but it is not described as a patio. The listing specifically calls it 'tuin' (garden).
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
This is a small apartment (48 m²) with only 2 rooms. No guest house is mentioned or possible given the property type.
Waterfront
The property is located on Amsterdamsestraatweg in Utrecht, described as being near the Vecht river and Julianapark, but this is not a waterfront property. It's on a street inland.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden or vegetable garden is mentioned in the listing.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities mentioned. This is an apartment in an urban area.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned. This is an urban apartment.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
Utrecht is in the flat Netherlands. There are no mountains. Mountain views are impossible.
Remarkable City View
The listing mentions proximity to the city's liveliness. The property is in an urban area close to the center of Utrecht, but no specific city view is explicitly highlighted.
Remarkable Garden View
The property has a 11 m² south-facing garden described as sunny and pleasant, but the garden itself is small and not particularly remarkable in size.
Remarkable Sea View
No sea view is possible from this location in Utrecht.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view is mentioned or possible from this property in Utrecht.
Remarkable Landmark View
The property is near the center of Utrecht where landmarks exist, but no specific landmark view is mentioned in the listing.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning system mentioned anywhere in the listing. Mechanical ventilation is present but not AC. The property relies on natural ventilation and the CV-ketel for heating. Utrecht summers are moderate, but no cooling system is indicated.
Central Heating
Central heating confirmed via CV-ketel (Intergas gas combi ketel from 2005, owned). This is explicitly stated under 'Verwarming' and 'Warm water'. The property also has good insulation and HR++ glass contributing to heating efficiency.
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned anywhere in the description. The listing describes a 'lichte woonkamer' (light living room) with large windows and direct connection to the garden, but no fireplace or hearth. Central heating via CV-ketel is the only heating source mentioned.
Underfloor Heating
No underfloor heating mentioned. The property has central heating via CV-ketel with radiators (implied). No mention of any underfloor heating system in the bathroom or other areas.
Home Office
The listing explicitly mentions 'Ruime slaapkamer met mogelijkheid voor een werkhoek' (Spacious bedroom with possibility for a work corner). This directly supports the home office feature for the second room or bedroom corner.
Skylight
No skylight mentioned in the listing. The property has 'grote raampartijen' (large windows) and a sliding door to the garden, but no skylights or roof windows are mentioned.
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams mentioned. The building is from 2005 with a flat roof covered in bituminous material. The interior is described as modern with no mention of exposed structural elements.
Bay Window
No bay window mentioned. The listing describes 'grote raampartijen' (large window sections) but not specifically bay windows. Sliding doors (schuifpui) to the garden are mentioned, not bay windows.
Private Indoor Pool
No pool mentioned anywhere in the listing. At 48 m², this apartment is a compact starter home with no pool facilities. The outside space is a 11 m² garden.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna mentioned in the listing. The bathroom has only basic features: 'douche, toilet, wastafel en aansluiting voor de wasmachine'. No sauna or spa facilities.
French Doors
No French doors mentioned. The listing mentions 'schuifpui' (sliding doors) to the garden instead, which is different from French doors.
Ornamental Plasterwork
No ornamental plasterwork mentioned. The apartment is modern from 2005 with clean, modern finishes. No traditional decorative plasterwork or ceiling ornaments described.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
Modern apartment with clean lines and neutral descriptions. Mentions modern open kitchen, light-filled rooms with big windows. No specific Scandinavian design cues mentioned, but the overall aesthetic of 'rust, light, and fine outdoor space' aligns somewhat with Scandinavian sensibilities.
Modern
Explicitly described as 'Modern en instapklaar' (Modern and ready to move in). Built in 2005 with modern open kitchen, energy label A, good insulation, HR++ glass. Multiple mentions of 'modern wooncomfort' and 'moderne uitstraling'.
Industrial
No industrial design elements mentioned. The property is described with soft, residential language focusing on comfort and coziness. The flat roof with bituminous covering and 2005 construction does not suggest industrial aesthetic.
Mediterranean
Property is Dutch (Utrecht), described with typical Dutch residential characteristics. South-facing garden mentioned, but no Mediterranean styling cues. 'Mediterranean' style is not applicable to this listing.
Classic
Built in 2005, not a classic/traditional property. The design and finishes are described as modern, though the overall description has a traditional warm tone. No ornamental plasterwork or classic architectural features mentioned.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Building year is 2005. This is clearly a modern building, not traditional or historic.
Early 20th Century
The building was constructed in 2005, well after the early 20th century period.
Post War Functional
Building year is 2005, which is far after the post-war period (1945-1970s).
Modernist
Building year 2005, described as modern, with modern open kitchen, good insulation, HR++ glass, and energy label A. Clearly a modernist/contemporary construction.
Newly Build
Building year is 2005, making it about 20 years old. It is not newly built, but it retains a modern appearance with recent renovations and upgrades.
Kitchen
Microwave
Not mentioned in description or specifications.
Refrigerator
Not mentioned in description or specifications.
Freezer
Not mentioned in description or specifications.
Kitchen Island
At only 48 m², a kitchen island is unlikely and not mentioned.
Open Plan Kitchen
Explicitly described as 'open keuken' in both description and specifications.
Pantry
Not mentioned. External storage of 2 m² is mentioned but no pantry inside.
Induction Stove
Not mentioned. Only mentions 'gas gestookt combiketel' for heating, not kitchen stove type.
Build In Coffee Maker
Not mentioned in description.
Boiling Water Tap
Not mentioned. No Quooker or similar instant boiling water tap referenced.
Downdraft Extractor
Not mentioned in description or specifications.
Shared Kitchen
This is a private apartment with its own kitchen, not a shared kitchen.
Design Kitchen
Kitchen is described as modern and stylish but specifics about designer quality are not provided.
New Kitchen
Building is from 2005, so kitchen is approximately 20 years old. Described as modern but not new by current standards.
Parking & Storage
Parking
Listing mentions 'Openbaar parkeren' (public parking), indicating only street/public parking is available. No private parking mentioned.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions 'Eigen berging aanwezig' (Own storage room present) and 'Externe bergruimte' of 2 m².
Garage
No mention of a garage in the description or features list.
Automatic Garage Door
No mention of an automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No mention of a garage at all.
Attic
This is a ground floor apartment (benedenwoning) with no mention of attic space.
Cellar
External storage room of 2 m² is mentioned, but this appears to be a separate storage unit (berging), not a basement/cellar.
Bike Storage
Listing explicitly mentions 'Gezamenlijke fietsenstalling' (shared bicycle storage) and 'inpandige fietsenberging' (indoor bicycle storage).
Covered Parking
No mention of covered parking. Only 'openbaar parkeren' is mentioned.
Underground Parking
No mention of underground parking facility.
Ev Charging
No mention of EV charging facilities.
Workshop
No mention of a workshop space.
Shed
The 'Eigen berging' (own storage) mentioned can be considered equivalent to a shed/storage unit.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly mentions an active VvE (owners association) with a multi-year maintenance plan and good maintenance of the complex.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja' (Chamber of Commerce registration: Yes).
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja' (Annual meeting: Yes).
Oa Fees
The listing explicitly states the VvE contribution is approximately €110 per month.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' (Reserve fund present: Yes).
Oa Maintenance Plan
The listing mentions a multi-year maintenance plan and the VvE checklist confirms 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja' (Maintenance plan: Yes).
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' (Buildings insurance: Yes).
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The apartment is located on the 'begane grond' (ground floor) and no elevator is mentioned in the listing. Ground floor apartments typically do not have elevators as they are not needed.
Intercom
The listing explicitly states 'Aan beide zijden bevindt zich een intercominstallatie' (There is an intercom installation on both sides), confirming the presence of an intercom system for the building.
Alarm System
No mention of an alarm system in the description or features list. Not typically included as a standard feature in Dutch apartment listings unless specified.
Security Cameras
No mention of security cameras in the listing. This feature is not described in the description, amenities, or building characteristics.
Private Entrance
The apartment has its own entrance via a hal (hall) at the ground floor level. The description mentions 'Via de entree kom je binnen in de hal' (Through the entrance you come into the hall), indicating a private entrance for this specific apartment.
Automatic Gate
No mention of an automatic gate. The building is accessible via the Amsterdamsestraatweg and Minister Talmastraat, with no reference to a gated or secured entrance.
Gated Community
The complex is described as being on a public street (Amsterdamsestraatweg) with access from both front and back. No mention of a gated or secured community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is on the ground floor ('begane grond') with no stairs, which suggests better accessibility. However, specific wheelchair accessibility features (door width, bathroom modifications) are not mentioned.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The description mentions 'aansluiting voor de wasmachine' (connection for washing machine) in the bathroom, indicating plumbing connections for a washing machine are present.
Washing Machine Connections
The bathroom includes a washing machine connection as stated in the listing.
Laundry Room
No separate laundry room is mentioned. Only a washing machine connection in the bathroom is referenced. The property features a communal bicycle storage but no dedicated laundry room.
Dryer
No dryer is mentioned anywhere in the listing. Only a washing machine connection is specified.
Smart Home
No smart home features are mentioned. Only an intercom system at both entrances is described.
Ventilation System
The features section explicitly lists 'Mechanische ventilatie, natuurlijke ventilatie' (mechanical and natural ventilation).
Cable Tv
The features section explicitly lists 'TV kabel' (cable TV) as one of the Voorzieningen (facilities).
Water Softener
No water softener is mentioned anywhere in the listing description or features.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels anywhere in the listing.
Double Glazing
Listing explicitly states 'Volledig voorzien van HR++ glas' which refers to high-efficiency double glazing.
Triple Glazing
Only HR++ glass is mentioned, which is double glazing, not triple glazing.
Roof Insulation
Roof insulation (Dakisolatie) is listed under the 'Isolatie' section of the property features.
Heat Pump
Heating is provided by an Intergas gas combi boiler (CV-ketel) from 2005. No heat pump is mentioned.
Home Battery
No home battery or energy storage system is mentioned in the listing.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
Listing highlights: Energy label A (very good), HR++ double glazing, roof insulation, mechanical ventilation, natural ventilation, and gas combi boiler from 2005. The property is described as 'energiezuinig' (energy-efficient). The description mentions 'goede isolatie' (good insulation).