Bright Corner Apartment with Panoramic City and Dom Tower Views in Central Utrecht
Key Features
Upsides
- Exceptional panoramic view over Utrecht city center with the Dom tower, providing a unique urban outlook from the elevated fifth floor position.
- Corner apartment layout with large window sections allowing abundant natural light throughout the day, creating a bright and airy living environment.
- Central location within walking distance of the historic city center and close to Utrecht Central Station, offering excellent connectivity to public transportation and urban amenities.
- Perpetual ground lease has been fully paid off, eliminating ongoing erfpacht payments and providing clarity about the land tenure.
- Lift access to the apartment, adding convenience especially for daily living and moving furniture or groceries to the fifth floor.
Downsides
- The non-self-occupation clause indicates the current owner has not lived in the property, which may raise questions about the property's history and condition.
- An asbestos clause is applicable to the property, which is a common concern for buildings from the early 1990s and may require attention or costs in the future.
- The monthly VvE contribution of 254.55 euros is relatively high and represents a significant ongoing cost that should be factored into the total housing expenses.
- No private parking is included, and the area requires paid parking or parking permits, which adds to the cost and potential inconvenience of car ownership.
- There is a minor discrepancy in the reported living area between the description (83 m²) and the official features (85 m²), which warrants verification during the viewing.
Description
This corner apartment is situated on the fifth floor of a well-maintained apartment complex in Utrecht, offering an exceptional view over the city center and the iconic Dom tower. The property is located on Hartingstraat in the Catharijne district, providing residents with a combination of urban convenience and a pleasant living environment with a green garden surrounding the complex.
The apartment has a living area of approximately 85 square meters according to the official measurements, though the listing description mentions 83 square meters. The difference is minor and may relate to different measurement methods. Additionally, there is a balcony of 9 square meters and an external storage unit of 4 square meters in the basement. The total volume of the apartment is 256 cubic meters.
Upon entering the complex through the central entrance on the ground floor, residents have access to the lift, staircase, and the storage areas. The lift provides comfortable access to the fifth floor where this apartment is located. The building dates from 1992 and features a flat roof.
Inside the apartment, the hallway provides access to all rooms. The layout is practical and efficient. The living room forms the heart of the home and benefits significantly from the corner position of the apartment. Large window sections allow abundant natural light to enter throughout the day. The room offers sufficient space for both a generous seating area and a large dining table. The view from the living room extends over the city, creating a sense of spaciousness and connection to the urban environment.
The open kitchen is adjacent to the living room and features a modern, light color scheme. It is equipped with various built-in appliances and provides adequate work and storage space. The open connection between the kitchen and living room enhances the feeling of space and makes the apartment suitable for both daily living and entertaining guests.
The apartment includes two well-proportioned bedrooms. The largest bedroom has access to the balcony and offers ample space for a double bed and wardrobe furniture. The second bedroom is versatile and can serve as a home office, guest room, or hobby space. This flexibility makes the apartment suitable for various household compositions.
The bathroom is finished in a modern style and includes a spacious walk-in shower, a vanity unit with storage, and a designer radiator. The contemporary finish contributes to a fresh and comfortable atmosphere. Separately, there is a toilet room and a practical fixed closet with washing machine connection, which helps keep the living areas organized.
The balcony is one of the notable features of this property. Due to its favorable orientation, it receives both morning and afternoon sun. The outdoor space offers a pleasant place to sit with a view over the city, with the Dom tower visible in the background. Despite the central location, the elevated position provides a sense of privacy and tranquility.
The location of Hartingstraat is excellent within Utrecht. The historic city center is within walking distance, meaning that terraces, restaurants, shops, and cultural facilities are easily accessible. Utrecht Central Station can be reached by bicycle within minutes. The area also has various bus stops, supermarkets, sports facilities, and recreational opportunities. The accessibility to the A2, A12, and A27 highways is described as excellent.
Parking in the area is through paid parking, public parking spaces, and parking permits. The property does not include a private parking space.
The apartment has energy label C. The property features double glazing and full insulation. Heating is provided through district heating (stadsverwarming), and hot water is supplied through a central facility also using district heating. The apartment has both mechanical and natural ventilation, as well as a TV cable connection.
The property is subject to a perpetual ground lease (erfpacht) that has been fully paid off (eeuwigdurend afgekocht), meaning no periodic ground lease payments are required.
The Homeowners Association (VvE) is active and healthy, with a monthly contribution of 254.55 euros. The VvE is registered with the Chamber of Commerce, holds annual meetings, has a reserve fund, has a maintenance plan, and has building insurance in place.
Potential buyers should be aware that the purchase agreement includes a non-self-occupation clause (niet-zelfbewoningsclausule), indicating that the current owner has not occupied the property themselves. An asbestos clause is also applicable, which is common for properties from this construction period. The sale will be conducted using an NVM purchase contract, which may include additional clauses regarding age, as-is condition, later legal delivery, the measurement instructions, the energy label, and utilities.
The asking price is 495,000 euros, which translates to approximately 5,824 euros per square meter based on the 85 square meter measurement. The price is subject to buyer's costs (Kosten Koper).
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a 'ruime inloopdouche' (spacious walk-in shower) in the bathroom.
Bathtub
The bathroom is described with a walk-in shower and a vanity, with no mention of a bathtub.
Ensuite Bathroom
The master bedroom is described as bordering the balcony, not the bathroom, and there is no mention of an ensuite.
Guest Toilet
The listing explicitly mentions a 'separate toiletruimte' and the features list '1 badkamer en 1 apart toilet'.
Bidet
There is no mention of a bidet in the bathroom description.
Double Shower
Only a single walk-in shower is mentioned in the description.
Shared Shower
The apartment has its own private bathroom with a shower.
Shared Toilet
The apartment has its own separate toilet room.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing mentions 'een wastafelmeubel' (a single vanity), indicating there is only one sink.
Bathroom Heated Floor
There is no mention of underfloor heating in the bathroom; heat is provided by a design radiator and city heating.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly mentions a sunny balcony with morning and afternoon sun, and the features section confirms 'Balkon aanwezig'.
Rear Garden
There is a communal green garden around the complex, but no private rear garden is mentioned for the apartment.
Front Garden
No front garden is mentioned; it is a fourth-floor apartment.
Side Garden
No side garden is mentioned for this apartment.
Terrace
The property has a balcony, but no ground-level terrace is mentioned.
Rooftop Terrace
No rooftop terrace is mentioned in the listing.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the listing.
Fenced Yard
It is an apartment without a private yard.
Patio
No patio is mentioned; the outdoor space is a balcony.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the description.
Guest House
No guest house is mentioned.
Waterfront
The property is located near the city center of Utrecht, but no waterfront location is mentioned.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned.
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 a flat city; there are no mountains to view.
Remarkable City View
The listing highlights a 'fantastic view towards the Utrecht city center' and a 'beautiful panorama' of the city from the balcony and living room.
Remarkable Garden View
The focus of the view is the city skyline and the Dom tower, not a garden.
Remarkable Sea View
Utrecht is inland, so a sea view is impossible.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view is mentioned or possible at this location.
Remarkable Landmark View
The listing explicitly mentions the Dom tower (Domtoren) multiple times as a focal point of the view, which is the most famous landmark in Utrecht.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is not mentioned anywhere in the listing or features list.
Central Heating
The features list explicitly states 'Stadsverwarming' (district heating) for both heating and hot water.
Fireplace
No fireplace is mentioned in the description or features list.
Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating is not mentioned. The listing specifies district heating (stadsverwarming), typically delivered via radiators in 1992 buildings.
Walk In Closet
The description mentions space for 'garderobekasten' (wardrobes) and a fixed closet in the hall, but no walk-in closet.
Home Office
The second bedroom is explicitly described as multifunctional and 'ideaal als werk... kamer' (ideal as a work room).
Skylight
The listing mentions large windows due to the corner location, but no skylights.
Exposed Beams
There is no mention of exposed beams, which is expected in a 1992 apartment building.
Bay Window
The listing mentions 'grote raampartijen' (large window sections) due to the corner location, but does not specify a bay window.
Private Indoor Pool
This is a standard 83 m² apartment; a private indoor pool is not present.
Private Indoor Sauna
A private indoor sauna is not mentioned and highly improbable in this type of apartment.
French Doors
French doors are not mentioned in the layout description.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The building is from 1992 and described as modern/contemporary; ornamental plasterwork is absent.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing mentions a light apartment with a light-colored kitchen, which hints at a Scandinavian style, but lacks specific details like light wood types or typical Scandinavian decor elements.
Modern
The kitchen is described as having a 'modern, light color scheme' and the bathroom has a 'contemporary finish'. However, the building is from 1992, so it's not ultra-modern.
Industrial
There are no mentions of industrial features such as exposed brick, metal accents, or concrete finishes.
Mediterranean
There are no descriptions of terracotta tiles, warm earthy colors, or arched doorways typical of Mediterranean style.
Classic
The property is a 1992 build and the interior is explicitly described as modern and contemporary, rather than classic.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building was constructed in 1992 and is described as a standard apartment complex, not a traditional or historic structure.
Early 20th Century
The building dates from 1992, placing it much later than the early 20th century.
Post War Functional
Although built after WWII (1992), the term 'post-war functional' in the Netherlands typically refers to the rapid reconstruction period of the 1950s-1970s, rather than a 1990s apartment.
Modernist
It is a 1990s apartment with a flat roof and standard layout. It has modern elements but lacks distinct high-style modernist architectural features.
Newly Build
The building was constructed in 1992, making it over 30 years old.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
The description of the open kitchen does not mention a kitchen island.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly states 'De open keuken sluit prettig aan op de woonkamer' (The open kitchen connects nicely to the living room).
Pantry
There is no mention of a pantry in the listing.
Build In Coffee Maker
Premium features like a built-in coffee maker are typically highlighted; its absence implies there is none.
Boiling Water Tap
A boiling water tap is a notable premium feature that would be mentioned if present.
Downdraft Extractor
There is no mention of a downdraft extractor in the kitchen description.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a standard private apartment, not a shared housing arrangement.
Design Kitchen
Described as 'modern and light', which is typical for standard contemporary kitchens, but lacks specific 'design' branding or high-end details.
New Kitchen
The apartment is in a building from 1992. The kitchen is described as modern but not as newly installed.
Parking & Storage
Parking
No dedicated parking spot is included. Only public/paid parking and parking permits are mentioned.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions a private storage room (berging) in the basement of 4 m².
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Automatic Garage Door
No garage exists, so no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage exists, so no double garage.
Attic
No attic is mentioned. This is a 5th floor apartment in a portiekflat.
Cellar
The storage room is in the 'onderbouw' but is described as a storage unit (berging), not a cellar.
Bike Storage
The storage room is explicitly described as ideal for storing bicycles (Ideaal voor het stallen van fietsen).
Covered Parking
No covered parking is mentioned. Only public street parking options are listed.
Underground Parking
No underground car parking is mentioned. The basement only contains storage units.
Ev Charging
No EV charging facilities are mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned in the listing.
Shed
The storage is in the building's basement, not an outdoor shed structure.
Street Parking Free
The listing explicitly states 'Betaald parkeren' (paid parking), so street parking is not free.
Street Parking Permit
The listing mentions 'parkeervergunningen' (parking permits) as a parking option.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No rental price for a parking spot is mentioned.
Parkspot Sale Price
No parking spot for sale is mentioned.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly mentions a healthy and active Homeowners Association (VvE) with a monthly contribution of €254.55.
Leasehold
The property is located on municipal ground lease (erfpacht), but the listing specifies it is 'Eeuwigdurend afgekocht' (perpetually bought off), meaning the ground rent is paid off forever and it is effectively freehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist in the features section 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 states a VvE contribution of €254.55 per month, and the checklist confirms 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja' (Periodic contribution: Yes).
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' (Reserve fund present: Yes).
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja' (Maintenance plan: Yes).
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' (Buildings insurance: Yes).
Other Rules
The listing mentions several contractual clauses including a non-self-occupation clause, an asbestos clause, an old age clause, an 'as is where is' clause, and a late legal delivery clause.
Open Viewing
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly states 'Lift aanwezig in het complex' (Lift present in the complex) in the features section.
Private Entrance
The listing describes a 'verzorgde centrale entree' (well-maintained central entrance) and it's listed as a 'Portiekflat' which typically has shared entrances.
Automatic Gate
No gate or automatic gate is mentioned. The listing mentions a 'groene tuin rondom' (green garden around) but no gated access.
Gated Community
The listing describes a garden around the complex but there is no mention of any gated access or security perimeter.
Wheelchair Accessible
The building has a lift which aids accessibility, but no specific wheelchair accessibility features are mentioned. Doorway widths, thresholds, and bathroom accessibility are not described despite having a walk-in shower.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine Connections
The description explicitly mentions 'een praktische vaste kast met wasmachineaansluiting' (a practical fixed closet with washing machine connection).
Laundry Room
There is a fixed closet for the washing machine, but there is no mention of a separate, dedicated laundry room.
Smart Home
No smart home features, systems, or devices are mentioned in the description or features list.
Ventilation System
The features list explicitly includes 'mechanische ventilatie, natuurlijke ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation, natural ventilation).
Cable Tv
The features list explicitly includes 'TV kabel' (TV cable).
Energy Efficiency
Double Glazing
Explicitly stated in the features section as 'Dubbel glas' (double glazing).
Heat Pump
The property uses district heating ('stadsverwarming') for heating and hot water, indicating no heat pump is installed.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing explicitly mentions full insulation, mechanical ventilation, and district heating.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.