Key Features
Upsides
- Located in the center of Utrecht near the Plompetorengracht and Voorstraat, providing highly convenient access to the inner city.
- The parking space is situated in a secure, enclosed cellar accessible only via a remote-controlled garage door and pedestrian door.
- It occupies a corner location within the parking facility, offering additional maneuvering space and better visibility compared to standard inline spots.
- The property comes with full ownership, meaning there are no ground lease or leasehold financial obligations attached to the space.
Downsides
- The asking price of 75,000 euros is a significant financial investment for a single parking space.
- The dimensions of 2.0 by 5.0 meters may be too compact for larger vehicles such as SUVs or vans.
- There is an ongoing monthly VvE contribution of 27.60 euros that must be paid in addition to the initial purchase price.
- As an existing construction parking cellar, the environment is purely utilitarian without any luxury finishes.
Description
The listing presents a covered parking space located in the center of Utrecht. Situated in the northeastern part of the inner city, the parking facility is in close proximity to the Plompetorengracht and the Voorstraat. This specific parking spot is positioned within a small scale, enclosed parking cellar. Access to the cellar is managed through a garage door and a separate pedestrian door, both operated via a remote control. The entrance to the broader complex is easily reached via the Wolvenplein. Within the parking cellar itself, the offered space occupies a corner location, which generally provides additional maneuvering space compared to standard in line parking spots. The dimensions of the parking space are approximately 2.0 meters in width and 5.0 meters in length, totaling about 10 square meters.
The property is offered at an asking price of 75,000 euros, with the buyer responsible for any applicable transfer taxes and notary fees, as indicated by the term kosten koper. The ownership structure is full ownership, meaning the buyer acquires complete title to the parking space without any leasehold or ground lease obligations attached. The parking space is part of a Homeowners Association, known in the Netherlands as a Vereniging van Eigenaren or VvE. As a result, there is a mandatory monthly contribution to cover the maintenance and management of the shared areas, including the garage door, the access systems, and the general upkeep of the parking cellar. This monthly service cost is set at 27.60 euros based on the 2026 price level. The transfer date of the parking space is to be determined by mutual agreement between the buyer and the seller.
The location in the northeastern quadrant of Utrecht's inner city places the parking space in a highly sought after area. The Plompetorengracht is a well known canal street in Utrecht, characterized by its historical buildings and central position. The Voorstraat is one of the main shopping streets in the city center, offering a wide array of retail stores, dining options, and daily amenities. Having a dedicated, covered parking space in this specific part of the city is particularly valuable due to the strict parking regulations and scarcity of parking spaces in Utrecht's inner city. Residents of the area often face long waiting times for public parking permits, and street parking is typically subject to maximum time limits and high hourly rates. This parking space eliminates those concerns by providing a permanent, guaranteed spot.
The security features of the parking cellar add to its practical value. The fact that it is an enclosed, small scale facility means that access is restricted exclusively to the authorized users of the cellar. The use of a remote control for both the garage door and the pedestrian door ensures that the space is secured against unauthorized entry. The corner location within this cellar provides a spatial advantage, as it usually means the space is bordered by driving lanes on two sides rather than being sandwiched between two other parked vehicles. This can significantly ease the process of parking and departing, especially in a space that measures 2.0 by 5.0 meters, which is a standard but compact dimension that requires careful maneuvering for larger or wider vehicles.
The dimensions of 2.0 by 5.0 meters are standard for many indoor parking facilities in the Netherlands, designed to accommodate a regular passenger car. However, potential buyers should measure their own vehicle to ensure a comfortable fit, as larger vehicles or vehicles with wide side mirrors might find the 2.0 meter width restrictive. The 5.0 meter length is generally sufficient for most standard sedans and hatchbacks. The bestaande bouw classification indicates that the parking cellar is an existing structure, not a newly developed facility. This implies that the layout and finishes are established, and the buyer should expect a functional, utilitarian environment typical of underground or indoor parking areas.
The cadastral designation for this property is listed as UTRECHT A 4319. This identifier refers to the specific parcel register number assigned by the Land Registry, which uniquely identifies the property within the municipal boundaries of Utrecht. Prospective buyers can use this cadastral number to verify the exact legal boundaries, any registered easements, or other legal encumbrances related to the parking space before completing the purchase.
The current status of the listing is available, meaning that at the time of listing, the parking space is on the market and actively being offered to potential buyers. The asking price of 75,000 euros reflects the premium associated with private parking in the historic center of a major Dutch city. Parking spaces in central Utrecht frequently command high prices due to the combination of high demand, limited supply, and the significant convenience factor for inner city residents. The monthly VvE contribution of 27.60 euros is a relatively modest ongoing cost that covers the shared responsibilities of maintaining the secure environment of the parking cellar. Buyers should factor this monthly expense into their total cost of ownership alongside the initial purchase price and any potential municipal taxes that may apply to parking spaces. The delivery of the parking space is in overleg, indicating flexibility regarding the exact date of transfer, which can be negotiated to suit the timelines of both the current owner and the prospective buyer.
In the context of the Dutch real estate market, purchasing a parking space within a VvE structure requires an understanding of the associated rights and obligations. The VvE is responsible for the management of the common parts of the property, which in this case includes the structural elements of the parking cellar, the access ramps, the garage doors, the lighting, and any ventilation or safety systems installed in the basement. The monthly contribution of 27.60 euros will be pooled with the contributions from the other parking space owners in the cellar to fund a reserve fund and pay for immediate maintenance tasks. It is standard practice for a prospective buyer to request the minutes of the most recent VvE meetings, the current reserve fund balance, and the multi year maintenance plan to gain a complete understanding of the financial health of the association before finalizing the purchase.
The accessibility via the Wolvenplein is a notable logistical detail. The Wolvenplein is a significant location in Utrecht, historically known for the former Wolvenburg prison, which has been repurposed into a cultural and residential complex. The square connects to various inner city roads, making it a practical entry point for a residential parking facility. The mention of a pedestrian door in addition to the garage door is a practical feature, allowing users to exit the parking cellar on foot without having to open the large garage door, which is beneficial for security and energy efficiency.
When evaluating the 75,000 euro asking price, one must consider the broader market dynamics for parking in Utrecht. The municipality of Utrecht has implemented strict policies to reduce car traffic in the city center, making it increasingly difficult for residents to obtain parking permits. In some central neighborhoods, the waiting list for a parking permit can span several years, and even with a permit, finding an available spot on the street can be a daily challenge. Consequently, private parking spaces have become highly liquid assets, often retaining their value or even appreciating as the supply remains constrained while demand from inner city residents persists. The purchase of this parking space can therefore be viewed both as a convenience purchase for a nearby resident and as a long term real estate investment.
The condition of the parking space is described as existing construction. As a parking facility, the primary focus is on functionality. The floor will likely be a paved or concrete surface suitable for driving. The lighting in the cellar is maintained by the VvE to ensure safe navigation and pedestrian visibility. Because it is a corner location, the space benefits from increased visibility from multiple angles within the cellar, which can reduce the risk of minor collisions when parking or leaving the space. The 10 square meter footprint provides the necessary area for a single vehicle, leaving just enough room to open the doors and exit the vehicle, although this will depend heavily on the specific dimensions of the car being parked.
The transfer process for a standalone parking space follows the same legal framework as the transfer of an apartment or a house in the Netherlands. A purchase agreement will be drafted, typically subject to a financing contingency and a structural inspection contingency, although the latter is less commonly invoked for a parking space. The transfer will be executed by a civil law notary, who will register the new owner in the Land Registry using the previously mentioned cadastral identifier, UTRECHT A 4319. The buyer will be responsible for the transfer tax, which for a parking space is generally subject to the standard residential transfer tax rate, provided the buyer is a natural person who will use the space for their own residential parking needs.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing is exclusively for a covered parking space in a garage, which does not include any living or bathroom facilities.
Bathtub
The listing is exclusively for a covered parking space in a garage, which does not include any living or bathroom facilities.
Ensuite Bathroom
The listing is exclusively for a covered parking space in a garage, which does not include any living or bathroom facilities.
Guest Toilet
The listing is exclusively for a covered parking space in a garage, which does not include any living or bathroom facilities.
Heated Towel Rail
The listing is exclusively for a covered parking space in a garage, which does not include any living or bathroom facilities.
Bidet
The listing is exclusively for a covered parking space in a garage, which does not include any living or bathroom facilities.
Rain Shower
The listing is exclusively for a covered parking space in a garage, which does not include any living or bathroom facilities.
Double Shower
The listing is exclusively for a covered parking space in a garage, which does not include any living or bathroom facilities.
Shared Shower
The listing is exclusively for a covered parking space in a garage, which does not include any living or bathroom facilities.
Shared Toilet
The listing is exclusively for a covered parking space in a garage, which does not include any living or bathroom facilities.
His And Hers Sinks
The listing is exclusively for a covered parking space in a garage, which does not include any living or bathroom facilities.
Bathroom Heated Floor
The listing is exclusively for a covered parking space in a garage, which does not include any living or bathroom facilities.
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing is for an underground parking space, not a residential unit with a balcony.
Rear Garden
The listing is for an underground parking space, which does not have a garden.
Front Garden
The listing is for an underground parking space, which does not have a garden.
Side Garden
The listing is for an underground parking space, which does not have a garden.
Terrace
The listing is for an underground parking space, which does not include a terrace.
Rooftop Terrace
The listing is for an underground parking space, which does not have a rooftop terrace.
Barbecue Area
The listing is for an underground parking space, which does not have a barbecue area.
Fenced Yard
The listing is for an underground parking space, not a yard.
Patio
The listing is for an underground parking space, which does not have a patio.
Veranda
The listing is for an underground parking space, which does not have a veranda.
Guest House
The listing is for an underground parking space, not a guest house.
Waterfront
The parking space is located in an enclosed underground parking garage, so it has no direct waterfront access despite being in a city with canals.
Kitchen Garden
The listing is for an underground parking space, which does not have a kitchen garden.
Equestrian Facilities
The listing is for an underground parking space in a city center, without equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
The listing is for an underground parking space in a city center, without livestock facilities.
Private Outdoor Pool
The listing is for an underground parking space, which does not include a pool.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
The listing is for an underground parking space, which does not include a jacuzzi.
Private Tennis Court
The listing is for an underground parking space, which does not include a tennis court.
Remarkable Mountain View
Utrecht is in the Netherlands and has no mountains. Additionally, the parking space is underground.
Remarkable City View
The parking space is located in an underground parking cellar, offering no views.
Remarkable Garden View
The parking space is underground and does not overlook a garden.
Remarkable Sea View
Utrecht is inland and the parking space is underground, so there is no sea view.
Remarkable Harbour View
The parking space is underground in the city center and does not overlook a harbour.
Remarkable Landmark View
The parking space is underground with no visibility to any landmarks.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
The listing is for a parking space, not a residential property, so it does not have air conditioning.
Central Heating
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have central heating.
Fireplace
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have a fireplace.
Hardwood Floors
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have hardwood floors.
Tiled Floors
The listing is for a parking space; while it has a concrete floor, it does not feature residential tiled floors.
Laminate Flooring
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have laminate flooring.
Carpeted Floors
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have carpeted floors.
Underfloor Heating
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have underfloor heating.
Walk In Closet
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have a walk-in closet.
Home Office
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have a home office.
Skylight
The listing describes an underground parking garage, so there is no skylight.
Exposed Beams
The listing is for a parking space in a basement, which does not mention or typically have exposed decorative beams.
Bay Window
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have a bay window.
Private Indoor Pool
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have a private indoor pool.
Private Indoor Sauna
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have a private indoor sauna.
Built-In Wardrobes
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have built-in wardrobes.
French Doors
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have french doors.
Ornamental Plasterwork
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have ornamental plasterwork.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have a residential interior style.
Modern
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have a residential interior style.
Industrial
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have a residential interior style.
Mediterranean
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have a residential interior style.
Classic
The listing is for a parking space, which does not have a residential interior style.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
While located in the historic center of Utrecht, the object itself is an underground parking space ('parkeerkelder') which does not represent a traditional or historic building style.
Early 20th Century
The listing is for a parking space, not a 'jaren-30 woning' or similar early 20th-century residential building.
Post War Functional
The listing is for a parking space, not a post-war functional residential building.
Modernist
The listing is for an underground parking space, which does not convey a modernist architectural style.
Newly Build
The listing explicitly states 'Bestaande bouw' (existing construction), meaning it is not newly built.
Kitchen
Dishwasher
The listing is for an indoor parking space, not a residential property with a kitchen.
Oven
The listing is for an indoor parking space, not a residential property with a kitchen.
Microwave
The listing is for an indoor parking space, not a residential property with a kitchen.
Refrigerator
The listing is for an indoor parking space, not a residential property with a kitchen.
Freezer
The listing is for an indoor parking space, not a residential property with a kitchen.
Kitchen Island
The listing is for an indoor parking space, not a residential property with a kitchen.
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing is for an indoor parking space, not a residential property with a kitchen.
Pantry
The listing is for an indoor parking space, not a residential property with a kitchen.
Stove
The listing is for an indoor parking space, not a residential property with a kitchen.
Induction Stove
The listing is for an indoor parking space, not a residential property with a kitchen.
Build In Coffee Maker
The listing is for an indoor parking space, not a residential property with a kitchen.
Boiling Water Tap
The listing is for an indoor parking space, not a residential property with a kitchen.
Downdraft Extractor
The listing is for an indoor parking space, not a residential property with a kitchen.
Shared Kitchen
The listing is for an indoor parking space, not a residential property with a kitchen.
Design Kitchen
The listing is for an indoor parking space, not a residential property with a kitchen.
New Kitchen
The listing is for an indoor parking space, not a residential property with a kitchen.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing is explicitly for a 'parkeerplaats' (parking space).
Storage Room
The listing is exclusively for a parking space with no mention of a storage room.
Garage
The property type is specifically listed as 'Parkeerplaats' (parking space) rather than a private enclosed garage.
Automatic Garage Door
Access to the parking cellar is via a garage door opened with a remote control ('afstandsbediening').
Double Garage
Capacity is 1 and dimensions are 2.0 x 5.0 meters, fitting only a single car.
Attic
The parking space is located in a basement, not an attic.
Cellar
The listing states the parking space is located in a 'parkeerkelder' (parking cellar).
Covered Parking
The title explicitly describes it as an 'Overdekte parkeerplaats' (covered parking space).
Underground Parking
It is described as a 'parkeerkelder' (parking basement), which strongly implies it is underground.
Workshop
The listing is for a standard parking space with no workshop facilities.
Shed
There is no mention of a shed.
Street Parking Free
This is a private off-street parking space for sale.
Street Parking Permit
This is a private off-street parking space for sale, not a permit.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
The parking space is listed for sale, not for rent.
Parkspot Sale Price
The listing includes a clear asking price of € 75,000.
Rules
Owners Association
The listing explicitly states that the parking space is part of a VvE (Owners Association).
Leasehold
The listing specifies 'Volle eigendom' which means full ownership/freehold.
Oa Fees
The listing mentions a VvE contribution of € 27.60 per month.
Open Viewing
The listing states 'Oplevering in overleg' (delivery in consultation) but does not list any specific open viewing days.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
The listing describes an underground parking cellar with no mention of an elevator.
Private Entrance
The parking space is accessed via a shared garage door and pedestrian door in an enclosed cellar.
Automatic Gate
The listing mentions access via a garage door using a remote control, which indicates an automatic gate.
Gated Community
The parking space is located in a small-scale, enclosed parking cellar.
Wheelchair Accessible
This listing is for a parking space only, not a habitable property, so wheelchair accessibility is not applicable.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
The listing is explicitly for an underground parking space, not a residential property.
Washing Machine Connections
The listing is explicitly for an underground parking space, not a residential property.
Laundry Room
The listing is explicitly for an underground parking space, not a residential property.
Dryer
The listing is explicitly for an underground parking space, not a residential property.
High Speed Internet
The listing is explicitly for an underground parking space, not a residential property.
Fibre Internet
The listing is explicitly for an underground parking space, not a residential property.
Smart Home
The listing is explicitly for an underground parking space, not a residential property.
Ventilation System
While parking garages often have basic ventilation, it is not listed as a specific feature and typically not considered a standard residential ventilation system in this context.
Cable Tv
The listing is explicitly for an underground parking space, not a residential property.
Water Softener
The listing is explicitly for an underground parking space, not a residential property.
Energy Efficiency
Solar Panels
The property is an underground parking space in a basement, making it impossible to have solar panels.
Double Glazing
The property is a parking space in a basement without any windows.
Triple Glazing
The property is a parking space in a basement without any windows.
Wall Insulation
Standard parking basements do not feature insulated walls for the parking spaces themselves.
Floor Insulation
Parking spaces in basements have concrete floors without insulation.
Roof Insulation
As an underground parking space, there is no traditional roof to insulate; it is beneath the building.
Heat Pump
A parking space does not have climate control or heating systems like a heat pump.
Home Battery
A home battery is not applicable for a non-residential parking space.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
There are no energy efficiency measures as this is a parking spot in a basement, not a living space.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.