Cozy Canal Apartment with Sun Deck and Panoramic Utrecht Views
Key Features
Upsides
- The sun deck of 23 square meters offers stunning panoramic views over Utrecht and provides valuable outdoor living space that significantly extends the usable area of the apartment beyond the 38 square meter interior.
- The location on the Oudegracht at the quieter end near the Weerdsluis combines the desirability of canal-side living with a more peaceful environment, as this section falls outside the main shopping zone while still being within easy walking distance of all amenities.
- The split unit air conditioning is a notable comfort feature that is relatively uncommon in apartments of this size and age, providing welcome relief during warm summer months on the upper floor.
- The modern windows provide both an unobstructed view of the canal and effective sound insulation, allowing residents to enjoy the scenery while being able to close out noise when desired.
- The practical layout includes a separate storage room on the landing that houses the boiler, washing machine, and dryer, keeping the main living space clean and uncluttered.
Downsides
- The living space of 38 square meters is quite compact, and the bedroom is combined with the living area rather than being a separate room, which limits privacy and may not suit all buyers.
- The energy label G indicates poor energy efficiency, which will likely result in higher energy costs and may require significant investment to improve in the future.
- The property is not available until September 15, 2026, which is a considerable waiting period that may not work for buyers with immediate housing needs.
- There is no formal homeowners association structure in place, with no VvE registration, no reserve fund, no maintenance plan, and no building insurance documented, which creates uncertainty about future maintenance responsibilities and costs.
- The price per square meter of 10,158 euros is relatively high, reflecting the desirable location but representing a significant premium for a small apartment with limited energy efficiency.
Description
This cozy and well-maintained apartment with a sun deck is located at the front of the building on the third floor. The monumental canal house stands at the beginning of the Oudegracht, as seen from the Weerdsluis. This particular section of the Oudegracht is notably quieter compared to the rest of the canal area because it falls just outside the main shopping zone. Despite this peaceful setting, all daily amenities remain easily accessible on foot or by bicycle. Public transportation options are conveniently nearby, and parking is available in one of several parking garages in the vicinity. As a registered resident, you are also eligible to apply for a residential parking permit.
The building itself dates back to 1905 and was converted into three modern apartments in 1999. The ground floor houses a commercial space, which is currently occupied by a barbershop. This means the building has a mixed-use character that adds to the authentic urban atmosphere of the location.
Access to the apartment is gained through the shared front door, after which you ascend the stairs to the third floor. The landing area provides access to the apartment entrance, the stairway leading to the sun deck, and a separate storage room. It is worth noting that there is no elevator in the building, so residents should be comfortable with climbing stairs to reach the third floor.
Upon entering the apartment, the layout immediately reveals itself. The combined living and sleeping area is situated on the left side, the bathroom with shower is on the right, and the kitchen is positioned directly ahead. This straightforward arrangement makes efficient use of the available 38 square meters of living space.
The apartment features a practical and thoughtful layout. The space-saving placement of the kitchen creates an interesting spatial division between the sleeping area with its generous wardrobe and the separate sitting and study section. The modern windows installed throughout the apartment serve a dual purpose. They provide an unobstructed view of the canal and the historic buildings along the waterway, while also offering effective sound insulation for those moments when you prefer a quieter indoor environment.
A significant advantage of this particular apartment is the presence of a split unit air conditioning system. This feature greatly enhances living comfort, especially during the warmer summer months when upper floor apartments can become uncomfortably warm. The ability to control the indoor temperature independently is a notable benefit in a building of this age and construction.
The bathroom is fully tiled and features underfloor heating, which adds to the comfort level. The bathroom includes a toilet, a glass shower cabin, and a washbasin. The heated floor ensures that the bathroom remains pleasant to use even during the colder months of the year.
The separate storage room on the landing is particularly useful as it houses the central heating boiler, washing machine, and dryer. By placing these appliances outside the main living area, the apartment maintains its clean and uncluttered appearance. Additionally, there is sufficient space in this storage room to store the cushions and other accessories from the terrace furniture used on the sun deck during the outdoor season.
Access to the sun deck is gained through a large skylight on the landing. This outdoor space is shared with one other apartment in the building. The sun deck measures approximately 23 square meters and offers a truly stunning panoramic view over the city of Utrecht. Each season brings its own character and visual appeal to this elevated vantage point. There is ample space to set up a barbecue area, and on pleasant weather days, this spot becomes an exceptional place to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
The location on the Oudegracht places you in one of the most characteristic and sought-after areas of Utrecht. The canal ring is a defining feature of the city, and living directly on the water offers a unique lifestyle experience. The proximity to the city center means that restaurants, cafes, shops, and cultural venues are all within easy reach. At the same time, the slightly removed position from the busiest commercial sections ensures that daily life remains peaceful and relatively undisturbed by tourist traffic and noise.
The apartment is being offered at an asking price of 386,000 euros, which is costs to be paid by the buyer. This translates to approximately 10,158 euros per square meter of living space. The monthly service costs are stated at 50 euros. The property has an energy label of G, indicating that the energy efficiency rating is at the lower end of the scale. The windows feature partial double glazing, which provides some improvement over single glazing but leaves room for further energy efficiency upgrades.
The property is available from September 15, 2026, which is an important consideration for potential buyers who may have specific timing requirements for their purchase.
The legal structure of the building shows that there is no formal homeowners association registered with the Chamber of Commerce. There are no documented annual meetings, no formal periodic contribution structure beyond the stated 50 euro monthly service cost, no reserve fund, no maintenance plan, and no building insurance noted in the property details. Prospective buyers should carefully consider these aspects and may wish to inquire about the informal arrangements currently in place among the three apartment owners.
Parking in the area is classified as paid parking. However, residents have the option to apply for a parking permit, which typically offers reduced rates compared to standard public parking tariffs. For those who require guaranteed parking, the nearby parking garages provide an alternative solution.
In summary, this apartment offers a rare combination of historic canal location, modern comfort features such as air conditioning, and an exceptional outdoor space with panoramic city views. The compact size of 38 square meters requires an appreciation for efficient living, but the clever layout and the addition of the sun deck create a living experience that extends beyond what the interior measurements alone might suggest.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The description mentions a 'ruime douche' (spacious shower) and a 'glazen douche cabine' (glass shower cabin), and the features list includes 'Inloopdouche'.
Bathtub
There is no mention of a bathtub in the description or features list.
Ensuite Bathroom
The property is a studio apartment with a combined living/sleeping area, and the bathroom is accessed from the entrance hallway rather than directly from a separate bedroom.
Heated Towel Rail
No heated towel rail is mentioned in the listing.
Bidet
No bidet is mentioned in the listing.
Rain Shower
The shower is described as a glass shower cabin, but there is no specific mention of a rain shower head.
Double Shower
There is no mention of a double shower in the listing.
Shared Shower
While the sun deck is shared with another apartment, the apartment and its shower are not described as shared spaces.
Shared Toilet
While the sun deck is shared with another apartment, the toilet is not described as a shared facility.
His And Hers Sinks
The features list only mentions a single 'wastafel' (sink).
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
No balcony is mentioned; only a rooftop terrace (dakterras/zonnedek) is described.
Rear Garden
No rear garden is mentioned in the listing.
Front Garden
No front garden is mentioned in the listing.
Side Garden
No side garden is mentioned in the listing.
Terrace
The listing explicitly mentions a 'zonneterras' of 23 m² in the features section.
Rooftop Terrace
The listing describes a 'zonnedek' (sun deck) and 'dakterras aanwezig' - a 23 m² rooftop terrace shared with another apartment.
Barbecue Area
The listing states 'Er is ruimte voor een barbecue' (There is space for a barbecue) on the sun deck.
Fenced Yard
No fenced yard is mentioned; the property is a third-floor apartment with a rooftop terrace.
Patio
A patio typically refers to ground-level outdoor space; this property has a rooftop terrace, not a patio.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned in the listing.
Guest House
No guest house is mentioned in the listing.
Waterfront
The property is a 'monumentale grachtenpand' located directly on the Oudegracht (Old Canal) in Utrecht, with canal views from the windows.
Kitchen Garden
No kitchen garden is mentioned in the listing.
Equestrian Facilities
No equestrian facilities are mentioned; this is an urban apartment.
Small Livestock Facilities
No small livestock facilities are mentioned; this is an urban apartment.
Private Outdoor Pool
No private outdoor pool is mentioned in the listing.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No private outdoor jacuzzi is mentioned in the listing.
Private Tennis Court
No private tennis court is mentioned; this is an apartment.
Remarkable Mountain View
Utrecht is a flat city with no mountains in the vicinity.
Remarkable City View
The listing describes 'een verbluffend uitzicht over Utrecht' (a stunning view over Utrecht) from the rooftop terrace.
Remarkable Garden View
No garden view is mentioned; the views are of the canal and city.
Remarkable Sea View
Utrecht is an inland city with no sea views possible.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view is mentioned; the property overlooks a canal, not a harbour.
Remarkable Landmark View
The Oudegracht itself is a famous historic canal landmark, but no specific landmark like a cathedral is explicitly mentioned in the view description.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
Description explicitly mentions 'split unit airco'
Central Heating
Description mentions 'CV ketel' (central heating boiler) in the storage room
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned in the description
Home Office
Description mentions 'zit/studie gedeelte' (sitting/study area)
Skylight
Description explicitly mentions 'ruime dakraam' (large skylight) to access the sun deck
Exposed Beams
No exposed beams mentioned in the description
Private Indoor Pool
No indoor pool mentioned; apartment is only 38 m²
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna mentioned
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian design elements mentioned in the description
Modern
Description mentions 'moderne appartementen' from 1999 and 'moderne vensters', but the building is a monumental 1905 canal house
Industrial
No industrial elements such as exposed brick, metal fixtures, or concrete floors mentioned
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean style elements mentioned
Classic
Building is a monumental 1905 canal house, but interior was renovated in 1999 as modern apartments
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
The building is described as a 'monumentale grachtenpand' (monumental canal house) built in 1905, representing traditional Dutch canal architecture.
Early 20th Century
Built in 1905, technically early 20th century, but 'grachtenpand' style is more associated with 17th/18th century Dutch architecture rather than 'jaren-30' style.
Post War Functional
The building dates from 1905, well before WWII, so it is not post-war functional architecture.
Modernist
The building is a traditional monumental canal house, not modernist architecture.
Newly Build
The building was constructed in 1905, though internally divided into apartments in 1999.
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
The listing mentions a 'space-saving placement of the kitchen', which directly contradicts having a kitchen island.
Pantry
The 'space-saving placement' of the kitchen in a 38m2 apartment makes a pantry highly unlikely.
Shared Kitchen
The listing specifies a private apartment layout with a shared entrance and sun deck, but not a shared kitchen.
Design Kitchen
Described as 'space-saving' rather than a luxury or design kitchen.
New Kitchen
The apartment was divided in 1999, but there is no mention of a recently renovated or new kitchen.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing mentions parking in nearby public garages, implying there is no dedicated private parking spot for the apartment.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly mentions a 'bergruimte' (storage room) on the landing.
Garage
Nearby public parking garages are mentioned, but no private garage is included with the apartment.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no private garage associated with the property.
Double Garage
There is no private garage associated with the property.
Attic
The apartment is on the 3rd floor with a sun deck above it, and there is no mention of an attic.
Cellar
There is no mention of a cellar in the listing.
Covered Parking
While nearby garages are covered, there is no dedicated covered parking for the apartment itself.
Underground Parking
There is no mention of underground parking for the apartment, only nearby public garages.
Workshop
The property is a small apartment with no mention of a workshop.
Shed
There is no mention of a shed on the property.
Street Parking Free
The features section explicitly states 'Betaald parkeren' (Paid parking).
Street Parking Permit
The description states 'als ingezetene kunt u ook een parkeervergunning krijgen' (as a resident you can also get a parking permit).
Rules
Owners Association
The listing includes a VvE (Owners Association) checklist and mentions shared spaces like the entrance and roof terrace.
Leasehold
The cadastral data explicitly states 'Eigendomssituatie Volle eigendom', meaning full freehold ownership.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Inschrijving KvK: Nee'.
Oa Annual Meeting
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Nee'.
Oa Fees
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Periodieke bijdrage: Nee', although a general service cost of €50 per month is mentioned at the top of the features.
Oa Reserve Fund
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Nee'.
Oa Maintenance Plan
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Onderhoudsplan: Nee'.
Oa Buildings Insurance
The VvE checklist explicitly states 'Opstalverzekering: Nee'.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing explicitly mentions taking the stairs ('trappen') to the third floor.
Private Entrance
The listing states there is a shared front door ('gezamenlijke voordeur').
Automatic Gate
There is no mention of an automatic gate; it is an apartment in a monumental canal house.
Gated Community
The property is a monumental canal house on a public street, not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is on the third floor accessible only by stairs, and the sun deck is accessed via a skylight.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The description explicitly states 'In de bergruimte bevinden zich de CV ketel, wasmachine, droger' (In the storage room are the CV boiler, washing machine, dryer).
Washing Machine Connections
Since a washing machine is present and installed in the storage room, connections must exist.
Laundry Room
The listing mentions a 'bergruimte' (storage room) that houses the washing machine and dryer. While not specifically called a laundry room, it functions as one.
Dryer
The description explicitly states 'In de bergruimte bevinden zich de CV ketel, wasmachine, droger' (In the storage room are the CV boiler, washing machine, dryer).
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
No mention of solar panels in the listing. The VvE lacks a maintenance plan and reserve fund, and the roof is a shared sun deck, making it highly unlikely.
Double Glazing
The features section explicitly states 'Isolatie: Gedeeltelijk dubbel glas' (Partially double glazing).
Triple Glazing
The listing explicitly mentions only partial double glazing, and a G energy label makes triple glazing highly improbable.
Heat Pump
The listing specifies 'Warm water: Cv-ketel' (Central heating boiler), meaning there is no heat pump.
Home Battery
No mention of a home battery. Given the lack of solar panels, older build (1905), and G energy label, a home battery is virtually impossible.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing mentions a split unit air conditioner and modern windows, which provide better climate control and thermal retention compared to original 1905 windows.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.