A classic apartment in lively Oosterpoort
This apartment on Alexanderstraat 15A sits in Oosterpoort, a neighbourhood in Groningen where the streets are full of life. With its 1905 construction and a mix of old and new, the area has a character all its own. The asking price of €285,000 is keen compared to the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €339,500. For context, the average asking price per m² in Oosterpoort is €4,443, while this home is listed at €3,608 per m². If you are looking at apartments in Groningen, this one stands out for its price position.
Inside the home
The apartment spans two floors and includes two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. It is located on the second living floor and comes with both a balcony and a roof terrace, so there is outdoor space to enjoy. The home is fully owned, meaning there is no leasehold to worry about. According to the agent, the insulation consists largely of double glazing and HR glass, and the heating runs on a central heating boiler. The living area is listed as 79 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 73 m². The property was built in 1905 and carries an energy label E, which means energy costs are something to budget for.
Life in Oosterpoort
Oosterpoort is a social neighbourhood where students, young people, families and many singles mix easily. Residents give it an average score of 7.41 out of 10, based on eight reviews. One resident says: "It is a social neighbourhood where people are there for each other and easily strike up a conversation. I feel safe here in the neighbourhood and don't mind taking a walk in the evening." Another adds: "It's a cosy and, in my opinion, fairly safe neighbourhood. I've never felt uncomfortable, at least." The neighbourhood counts about 5,020 residents, and a large share of households are single-person homes. With its many pubs and community centre, there is always something going on. For a closer look at what this area offers, the Oosterpoort neighbourhood page has more details.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The PLUS supermarket is on your doorstep, and there are more options a couple of streets away, including an Albert Heijn and a Jumbo. For primary education, IKC Borgman Oosterpoort is just around the corner, and the nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Radesingel, is a five-minute walk. The pharmacy, Service Apotheek Oosterpoort, is even closer. Public transport is well within reach: bus stop Groningen, Vechtstraat, with lines 50 and 51, is a five-minute walk, and Groningen Europapark train station is a ten-minute walk. The wider municipality of Groningen is well served by these connections.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home was set at €308,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price sits 7% below that value, which is notable. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 52%, from €202,000 in 2020 to €308,000 in 2025. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise stay below their norms. The foundation risk indication for this area is medium, and the pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is elevated. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Dunning Makelaardij and Dunning Makelaardij on Funda.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Alexanderstraat 15A, Groningen
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €285,000 is 16% below the average asking price in Oosterpoort, which is €339,500. The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €4,443, while this home is listed at €3,608 per m². The price verdict is keen, meaning it is on the low side compared to what is typically asked in this area.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has two rooms in total, including one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over two floors. It is located on the second living floor. There is both a balcony and a roof terrace, so you have outdoor space on two levels. The agent lists the living area as 79 m², while the BAG registration records 73 m².
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value was set at €308,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 7% below this value. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value rose by 52%, from €202,000 to €308,000. This gives an idea of how the municipal valuation has developed, though it is not the same as the current market value.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Railway noise is 35 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 19 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These figures come from public data at the address level and are indications for the area, not measurements taken inside this specific home.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
The PLUS supermarket is on your doorstep, just 104 metres away. Other options within a short walk include another PLUS, an Albert Heijn and a Jumbo. For schools, IKC Borgman Oosterpoort is 186 metres away, and there is also a school for special primary education nearby. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Radesingel at 590 metres.
What is the public transport situation?
The nearest bus stop is Groningen, Vechtstraat, at 408 metres, served by lines 50 and 51. Groningen, Zuiderplantsoen, with lines 50, 51 and 418, is 619 metres away. The train station Groningen Europapark is 828 metres from the home, so you can reach both bus and train connections without much effort.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970, specifically 1905, and that 90% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 1% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this home.
What do residents say about living in Oosterpoort?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.41 out of 10, based on eight reviews. One resident describes it as a social neighbourhood where people greet each other easily and feel safe walking in the evening. Another mentions it is cosy and fairly safe, with little nuisance. The reviews highlight the mix of students, young people and families, and the lively atmosphere with many pubs.
