A 1930s apartment in Groningen's Indische buurt
This apartment on Ambonstraat 17B sits in the Indische buurt, a pre-war neighbourhood in the Oud-Noord district of Groningen. The home dates from 1936 and carries an energy label D. With an asking price of €250,000, the price is in line with the market, according to the comparison against the neighbourhood average. For context, that puts it among the [apartments in Groningen]( /koopwoningen/groningen/appartementen/ ) at roughly €2,717 per square metre based on the agent's floor area.
Inside the home
The apartment spans three floors and includes five rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom. It is located on the second floor and has a balcony. The home is heated by a central heating boiler and comes with full ownership. The agent lists the living area at 92 m², while the BAG registration records 87 m². A monthly homeowners' association fee of €37.50 applies.
Life in the Indische buurt
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.87 out of 10, based on ten reviews. One resident describes it as a lovely neighbourhood: "I feel at home in this neighbourhood. Very diverse, safe and easily accessible." Another says: "Nice neighbourhood with lots of nature, close to the centre but very quiet." A third review is less positive, calling it a deprived neighbourhood with generally low income. The area counts roughly 8,500 inhabitants, and about 72% of households are single-person. [The Indische buurt neighbourhood]( /buurt/indische-buurt-groningen/ ) is home to a mix of ages, with the largest group aged 25 to 45.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with Jumbo, Aldi and Lidl just around the corner. Openbare Basisschool Karrepad is a couple of streets away, and the nearest GP, Huisartsen Boterdiep, is a ten-minute walk. The pharmacy, Apotheek Poll, is just around the corner. Bus line 10 stops at Groningen, J. C. Kapteynlaan, a couple of streets away, and lines 3, 4 and 163 stop at Zaagmuldersbrug. Groningen Noord train station is a ten-minute walk. [The municipality of Groningen]( /gemeente/groningen/ ) offers further amenities within easy reach.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. The address does carry risk indications at area level, not based on an inspection of this home. Road traffic noise is measured at 57 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while rail and aircraft noise stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, given the 1936 construction on clay soil and the area's pre-1970 building stock. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, with flood risk from other sources low now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but rises to medium by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Schouten + van der Griezen.
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Frequently asked questions
About Ambonstraat 17B, Groningen
What does the asking price of €250,000 include?
The asking price of €250,000 is for the apartment at Ambonstraat 17B, which has a living area of 92 m² according to the agent. That works out to about €2,717 per square metre. The price is in line with the market when compared with the neighbourhood average asking price. The home comes with full ownership and a balcony, and a monthly homeowners' association fee of €37.50 applies.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this apartment have?
The apartment has five rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. It spans three floors and is located on the second floor of the building. The home also has a balcony. The agent lists the living area at 92 m², while the BAG registration records 87 m². Heating is provided by a central heating boiler.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
No WOZ value is stated for this property. Without it, there is no comparison between the asking price and the official valuation, and no historical development of the WOZ value can be shown.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address has road traffic noise measured at 57 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Rail noise is 31 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 17 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself. The figures come from the reference years 2022 and 2023.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated. This is based on area-level data: the building dates from 1936 and sits on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In this postcode area, 100% of buildings were constructed before 1970, and 2% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. Groundwater levels are expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase risk for wooden foundations. This is an indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What flood and heat risks apply to this address?
The pluvial flooding risk, which relates to heavy rainfall, is medium at this address. Flood risk from other sources is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to rise to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas and similar public sources, not an assessment of the property itself.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
The Albert Heijn is the nearest supermarket, just 168 metres away. Jumbo and Aldi are both about 560 metres from the home, with Lidl at 568 metres and PLUS at 667 metres. In total, there are 48 supermarkets within five kilometres, so there is plenty of choice for daily groceries.
What schools are near Ambonstraat 17B?
Openbare Basisschool Karrepad is the nearest primary school, about 467 metres away, with 420 pupils. De Kleine Wereld is 645 metres away, St. Franciscus 759 metres, and IKC Borgman Ebbinge 782 metres. For secondary education, Gomarus College Magnolia is about 872 metres from the home. There are 76 schools within five kilometres in total.
How is the public transport connection from this address?
Bus line 10 stops at Groningen, J. C. Kapteynlaan, about 259 metres away, and also at Floresstraat at 372 metres. Lines 3, 4 and 163 stop at Zaagmuldersbrug, roughly 487 metres from the home. Groningen Noord train station is about 790 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about the Indische buurt?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.87 out of 10, based on ten reviews. One resident says: "I feel at home in this neighbourhood. Very diverse, safe and easily accessible." Another describes it as a "nice neighbourhood with lots of nature, close to the centre but very quiet." A third review is less positive, calling it a deprived neighbourhood with generally low income. The reviews reflect a range of experiences.
What is the energy label of this apartment?
The apartment has an energy label D. This label indicates the home's energy performance as registered, and it means you can expect moderate energy costs. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. The home is heated by a central heating boiler, and the building dates from 1936.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does include property details such as the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, floors, living area and balcony. However, some information is not stated, including the WOZ value and any details about insulation or glazing.





