Renovated 3-Room Apartment with Two Balconies in Utrecht Zuid
Key Features
Upsides
- The apartment has been completely renovated and modernized, featuring new electricity, plumbing, a neat stucco finish, and a modern kitchen and bathroom, making it entirely move-in ready.
- The property boasts two balconies facing east and west, allowing residents to enjoy the sun throughout the entire day from morning until evening.
- The location in Utrecht Zuid offers excellent connectivity to major highways (A2, A12, A27, A28) and is very close to the vibrant Rotsoord district and the city center.
Downsides
- Parking availability is limited to paid parking and public parking spaces rather than a private parking spot or garage.
- The building dates back to 1955 and while renovated, the energy label is listed as not applicable or missing, which may imply older insulation standards despite the double glazing.
- There is a monthly service cost for the Owners Association (VvE) of approximately 200 euros which adds to the monthly housing expenses.
Description
This renovated and modernized three-room apartment presents an excellent living opportunity in the Tolsteeg district of Utrecht. The property is located on a quiet square within a green environment, offering a peaceful atmosphere while remaining conveniently close to urban amenities. The apartment features a total living area of approximately 65 square meters and is situated on the first floor of a portiekflat built in 1955. The home has been recently updated to a high standard, ensuring it is move-in ready for new residents.
The location provides a perfect balance between tranquility and accessibility. For daily shopping needs, the Smaragdplein shopping center is just 600 meters away. Here, residents have access to supermarkets such as Lidl and Plus. Additionally, a market is held at Smaragdplein on Tuesday mornings, offering fresh produce and local goods. For further amenities, the renewed shopping center at ’t Goylaan is nearby, which includes an Albert Heijn supermarket. The neighborhood also boasts a diverse range of hospitality venues, ensuring plenty of options for dining out or enjoying a coffee.
Culturally, the area is vibrant. The bustling Rotsoord district is located within the neighborhood, featuring landmarks such as the Watertoren and entertainment venues like Tivoli|De Helling. There is also a petting farm nearby, adding to the family-friendly character of the surroundings. For those who enjoy film and nightlife, the Ledig Erf is just a six-minute bike ride away. This area is known for its many restaurants and cafes, as well as the Louis Hartlooper Complex, which is a renowned art-house cinema.
Accessibility is a key feature of this property. Major highways including the A2, A12, A27, and A28 are easily reachable via exit 18. Public transport options are excellent, with Utrecht Central Station approximately 15 minutes away by bike. The apartment is also very accessible by bus. The newly built Vaartsche Rijn station, located 1.5 kilometers away, has further improved the connectivity of the area. For cyclists, the city center can be reached in about ten minutes, making daily commutes or leisure trips into the city very convenient.
The apartment itself is accessed via a closed entrance on the ground floor, which includes mailboxes and a staircase. Upon entering the home on the first floor, one finds a hall that provides access to the various rooms. The hall includes the meter cupboard and a separate toilet room which is equipped with a fountain. The entire apartment is fitted with a laminate floor, giving it a uniform and modern look.
The layout includes two bedrooms and a living room. One bedroom is situated at the front of the property, while the second bedroom is located at the rear, offering flexibility in usage. The living room is described as royal and light, featuring a fixed closet for storage. The bathroom is neat and equipped with a shower and a fixed washbasin. The kitchen is well-appointed and includes a cooking plate, extractor hood, combi-oven, and a dishwasher. There is also a connection for a washing machine, adding to the convenience of the household layout.
One of the standout features of this apartment is the amount of outdoor space. The property boasts two sunny balconies with a combined area of approximately 9 square meters. The balcony at the front faces east, allowing residents to enjoy the morning sun. This balcony is accessible via both the living room and the front bedroom. The second balcony is located at the rear and faces west, providing the perfect spot to enjoy the afternoon and evening sun. This balcony can be reached via the kitchen and the living room, ensuring easy access for outdoor dining or relaxation throughout the day.
The apartment has undergone comprehensive renovation. The electrical system has been renewed and expanded, with all wiring neatly concealed. The walls have been plastered smooth (stuc gestukt), and the sanitary facilities have been completely updated. Central heating has been installed with the pipes cleverly hidden from view, maintaining the aesthetic appeal of the rooms. As a result of these updates, the home is in excellent condition and requires no immediate work.
In addition to the living space, there is an external storage room of approximately 5 square meters located on the ground floor. This is useful for storing bicycles, garden furniture, or other belongings. Parking is available in the vicinity of the apartment and in the surrounding area, although it is subject to paid parking regulations and public parking rules.
The property is part of an active and financially healthy Owners Association (VvE). The VvE is professionally managed, with a registered KvK number, annual meetings, and a periodic contribution from members. There is a reserve fund present to cover future maintenance, and a maintenance plan is in place. The building is also insured via an opstalverzekering. The monthly contribution for the VvE is 200.06 euros.
Technical aspects of the home include double glazing throughout and mechanical ventilation. The heating and hot water are provided by a gas-fired combi boiler. The property is offered on a "volle eigendom" basis, meaning full ownership. The seller has reserved the right to choose the notary, specifying Van Ee & De Jonge in Utrecht. The asking price is 400000 euros costs buyer. With its modern finish, two balconies, and prime location in Utrecht Zuid, this apartment offers a comfortable and low-maintenance living experience.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly states 'nette badkamer met van douche' and the features list includes 'Douche'.
Bathtub
The features list specifies 'Douche, wastafel, en wastafelmeubel' but does not mention a bathtub, which is typically highlighted if present.
Ensuite Bathroom
The layout describes a central hall providing access to the bathroom, bedrooms, and living room, typical of a 1950s 'portiekflat', rather than a bathroom accessible directly from a bedroom.
Guest Toilet
The listing mentions 'toilet met fontein' in the hall and the features confirm '1 badkamer en 1 apart toilet'.
Bidet
There is no mention of a bidet in the description or feature list.
Double Shower
No mention of a double shower facility in the listing.
Shared Shower
The property is a private apartment with its own bathroom facilities.
Shared Toilet
The property is a private apartment with its own separate toilet.
His And Hers Sinks
The description mentions 'vaste wastafel' (singular), indicating only one sink.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing explicitly states 'De woning beschikt over twee zonnige balkons' and mentions 'Balkon aanwezig' in the features.
Rear Garden
The property is an apartment on the 1st/2nd floor with balconies, and no garden is mentioned.
Front Garden
The property is an apartment on the 1st/2nd floor with balconies, and no garden is mentioned.
Side Garden
The property is an apartment on the 1st/2nd floor with balconies, and no garden is mentioned.
Terrace
The listing specifically mentions balconies (balkons), not a terrace (terras).
Rooftop Terrace
The property is an apartment on the 1st/2nd floor, and there is no mention of a rooftop terrace.
Barbecue Area
No barbecue area is mentioned in the listing.
Fenced Yard
This is an apartment (portiekflat), not a house with a yard.
Patio
The listing specifically mentions balconies (balkons), not a patio.
Veranda
No veranda is mentioned.
Guest House
No guest house is mentioned.
Waterfront
The location is described as near a 'plantsoen' (park) and 'groene omgeving' (green environment), not water.
Kitchen Garden
This is an apartment; no kitchen garden is present.
Equestrian Facilities
This is an urban apartment with no mention of equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
This is an urban apartment with no mention of livestock facilities.
Private Outdoor Pool
No outdoor pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
Utrecht is located in a flat region with no mountains.
Remarkable City View
While located in the city, the view is described as facing a quiet 'plantsoen' (park) rather than a city skyline.
Remarkable Garden View
The apartment has a 'mooie ligging aan rustig plantsoen in groene omgeving' (beautiful location on a quiet park in a green environment) and balconies facing the park.
Remarkable Sea View
Utrecht is inland.
Remarkable Harbour View
The listing does not mention a harbour view.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmark view is mentioned.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
The listing mentions mechanical ventilation and central heating but makes no mention of air conditioning, which is rare in this type of Dutch apartment unless specified.
Central Heating
The listing explicitly states 'er is centrale verwarming aangelegd' (central heating installed) and lists a 'Cv-ketel' in the features.
Fireplace
There is no mention of a fireplace in the layout or features, which is consistent with a modernized 65m² apartment.
Hardwood Floors
The listing specifies 'De gehele woning is voorzien van een laminaatvloer' (The whole house is provided with a laminate floor), not hardwood.
Tiled Floors
While the main living areas have laminate, the bathroom ('nette badkamer') and toilet will inevitably have tiled floors as is standard for wet rooms in the Netherlands, even if not explicitly detailed in the text.
Laminate Flooring
The listing explicitly states 'De gehele woning is voorzien van een laminaatvloer'.
Carpeted Floors
The listing states the entire house has a laminate floor, and the 'modernized' description implies carpet was removed.
Underfloor Heating
The text mentions pipes are 'neatly out of sight', which could mean radiators or underfloor heating. However, underfloor heating is typically a selling point that would be explicitly mentioned if present.
Walk In Closet
The listing mentions 'vaste kast' (built-in closets) in every room, but does not describe any space as a walk-in closet.
Home Office
There is no dedicated space listed as a home office. While a bedroom could be used as one, the listing does not feature it as such.
Skylight
The apartment is on the first/second floor of a 1955 building ('Portiekflat'), and skylights are not mentioned in the layout.
Exposed Beams
The listing states the property has been fully replastered ('stak gestukt'), indicating smooth ceilings and walls without exposed beams.
Bay Window
There is no mention of a bay window ('erker') in the layout description.
Private Indoor Pool
The property is a 65m² apartment, making a private indoor pool physically impossible.
Private Indoor Sauna
There is no mention of a sauna, and the size/layout of the apartment makes it highly unlikely.
Built-In Wardrobes
The listing explicitly states 'De woning beschikt over een vaste kast in elke ruimte' (The property has a fixed closet in every room).
French Doors
The balconies are accessible from the living room and kitchen, but the specific style of door (French doors vs. sliding door) is not specified. Sliding doors are more common in this type of apartment.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The property was built in 1955 but has been 'stak gestukt' (fully replastered) and modernized, suggesting any original ornamentation was removed.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing describes the property as renovated and modernized with laminate floors, but does not mention specific Scandinavian design elements like specific light wood types, hygge aesthetics, or minimalist Danish furniture styles.
Modern
The listing explicitly states the house is 'geheel gerenoveerde en gemoderniseerde' (completely renovated and modernized) with new sanitary ware, electricity, and a laminate floor.
Industrial
The property is a renovated apartment from 1955 with hidden piping ('leidingen keurig uit het zicht') and standard finishes, lacking industrial features like exposed brick, concrete, or visible ductwork.
Mediterranean
The apartment is located in Utrecht and features a standard modern renovation; there are no descriptions of Mediterranean architectural elements like terracotta tiles, arches, or warm color palettes.
Classic
While the building dates from 1955, the interior has been completely renovated and modernized ('stak gestukt', new floors), removing any classic period features.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Built in 1955 and renovated, it is not a historic or traditional style building (marked as 'Nee' for Monument).
Early 20th Century
Built in 1955, which is mid-20th century, not early 20th century.
Post War Functional
Built in 1955 and described as a 'Portiekflat', which is typical post-war functional architecture.
Modernist
The interior is 'geheel gerenoveerd en gemoderniseerd' (fully renovated and modernized), but the building shell is from 1955.
Newly Build
The building year is 1955, although it has been renovated recently.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Listed as 'vaatwasser' in the kitchen amenities.
Oven
Listed as 'combi-oven' in the kitchen amenities.
Kitchen Island
The apartment is 65 m² and the layout description does not mention a kitchen island, which is unlikely in this size and type of property.
Stove
Listed as 'kookplaat' in the kitchen amenities.
Downdraft Extractor
The listing specifies an 'afzuigkap' (standard extractor hood), implying there is no downdraft extractor.
Shared Kitchen
The listing is for a private apartment ('3-kamerappartement').
Design Kitchen
The kitchen is described as modernized and renovated, but lacks specific 'design' branding or high-end luxury descriptors.
New Kitchen
The property is described as 'geheel gerenoveerd en gemoderniseerd' (fully renovated and modernized) and 'instapklaar'.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing mentions 'Voor het appartement en in de nabije omgeving is voldoende parkeergelegenheid' (Sufficient parking near the apartment) and specifies 'Betaald parkeren en openbaar parkeren' in the features.
Storage Room
The listing explicitly states 'Berging op de begane grond aanwezig' (Storage room on the ground floor present) and 'Externe bergruimte circa 5 m²'.
Garage
There is no mention of a garage in the description or features list.
Automatic Garage Door
Since there is no garage, there is no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
There is no garage mentioned.
Attic
The property is an apartment (Portiekflat) and there is no mention of an attic.
Cellar
The listing mentions a storage room on the ground floor (berging), but does not mention a cellar (kelder).
Bike Storage
There is a general external storage room (5 m²) which could store a bike, but no specific 'fietsenstaling' (bike storage) is mentioned.
Covered Parking
The parking is described as 'Betaald parkeren en openbaar parkeren' (paid and public parking), implying street parking rather than covered spaces.
Underground Parking
The building is a 1955 Portiekflat and there is no mention of underground parking.
Ev Charging
There is no mention of EV charging facilities or a laadpaal.
Workshop
No workshop is mentioned.
Shed
The features list includes 'Schuur/berging: Box' and mentions an external storage room of 5 m².
Street Parking Free
The features explicitly state 'Betaald parkeren' (Paid parking).
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No private parking spot is offered for rent.
Parkspot Sale Price
No private parking spot is offered for sale.
Rules
Owners Association
The text explicitly states there is an 'Actieve en financieel gezonde vereniging van eigenaars' (active and financially healthy Owners Association).
Leasehold
The listing states the ownership situation is 'Volle eigendom' (Full ownership), meaning it is freehold, not leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
The feature checklist confirms 'Inschrijving KvK: Ja' (Chamber of Commerce registration: Yes).
Oa Annual Meeting
The feature checklist confirms 'Jaarlijkse vergadering: Ja' (Annual meeting: Yes).
Oa Fees
The text mentions a monthly contribution of € 200.06 and the checklist confirms 'Periodieke bijdrage: Ja'.
Oa Reserve Fund
The feature checklist confirms 'Reservefonds aanwezig: Ja' (Reserve fund present: Yes).
Oa Maintenance Plan
The feature checklist confirms 'Onderhoudsplan: Ja' (Maintenance plan: Yes).
Oa Buildings Insurance
The feature checklist confirms 'Opstalverzekering: Ja' (Buildings insurance: Yes).
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing describes a 'Gesloten entree met postbussen en trappenhuis' (closed entrance with mailboxes and staircase) and refers to the building as a 'Portiekflat' (gallery flat) from 1955. No elevator is mentioned.
Alarm System
There is no mention of an alarm system or security alarms in the property description or features list.
Security Cameras
No mention of security cameras is made in the listing.
Private Entrance
The property is an apartment on the first or second floor accessible via a shared 'trappenhuis' (staircase) and 'gesloten entree' (closed entrance), not a private street-level entrance.
Automatic Gate
The parking situation is described as 'Betaald parkeren en openbaar parkeren' (paid and public parking), indicating there is no automatic gate.
Video Door Phone
The listing does not mention a video door phone; access is via a standard staircase entrance.
Smoke Detectors
The property is 'geheel gerenoveerd' (fully renovated). In the Netherlands, smoke detectors are legally mandatory in homes since 2022, so it is highly likely they are present.
Security Door Window Hardware
The listing mentions 'dubbele beglazing' (double glazing) but does not specify any additional security hardware for doors or windows (e.g., anti-drill locks).
Gated Community
The location is described as a 'woonwijk' (residential neighborhood) with public parking and no mention of a gated perimeter or security access control.
Wheelchair Accessible
The apartment is located on the first/second floor and there is no elevator (staircase access only), making it inaccessible for wheelchairs.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing mentions a 'wasmachineaansluiting' (washing machine connection) in the kitchen but does not state that a washing machine appliance is present or included.
Washing Machine Connections
The layout description explicitly states the kitchen is equipped with a 'wasmachineaansluiting' (washing machine connection).
Laundry Room
The washing machine connection is located in the kitchen. The layout description does not mention a separate laundry room; storage is limited to a 'berging' (storage box) on the ground floor.
Dryer
There is no mention of a dryer or a specific connection for one in the listing text or features list.
Smart Home
The description mentions renovation and modernization (flooring, electricity, heating) but lists no specific smart home features or automation.
Ventilation System
The features list explicitly includes 'Mechanische ventilatie' (mechanical ventilation).
Water Softener
No water softener is mentioned in the description or features list.
Energy Efficiency
Double Glazing
The listing explicitly states 'Geheel voorzien van dubbele beglazing' (Entirely equipped with double glazing).
Triple Glazing
The listing specifies 'dubbele beglazing' (double glazing) for the entire property, implying triple glazing is not present.
Heat Pump
The listing explicitly specifies a 'Gas gestookte combiketel' (gas-fired combi boiler) as the heating source.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The listing mentions mechanical ventilation, a new gas combi boiler (2026), and fully renewed electrical installation.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.