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Vinkhuizen-Noord, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Aquamarijnstraat sits in a lively part of Groningen, with a no-nonsense feel that matches its 1973 build. At 69 m² it's compact but efficient, and the price of €197,500 is 36% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €307,421, making it a keen entry point into the Groningen market. For context, apartments in Groningen typically sell for around €2,808 per m².
Vinkhuizen-Noord is a mixed, urban area with around 6,000 residents. It's dense, 2,882 addresses per km², and dominated by flats built between 1970 and 1990. Many households are single-person (about 2,315), and the average household size is 1.6. Resident reviews are varied: one says "Lots of contact with neighbours, always cosy!" while another notes "Lots of crime in the neighbourhood. Many young people who are part of it." A third resident adds: "The neighbourhood generally has an undeserved bad reputation. The area is generally safe and well-provided with greenery and recreation." Based on three reviews, the overall score is 7.06. For more context, see the Vinkhuizen-Noord neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: Jumbo is just around the corner, and SPAR, Aldi, Albert Heijn and Lidl are all within a ten-minute walk. For families, primary schools like De Sterrensteen and De Hoeksteen are a couple of streets away, and Portalis (secondary special education) is on your doorstep. The neighbourhood has plenty of green space, a park or public garden is just 0.1 km away, and a GP, restaurant and library are all within a ten-minute walk. The train station is 2.8 km away, so you'd cycle or take a bus. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Groningen.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Schouten + van der Griezen and Schouten + Van der Giezen Makelaars.
Details of this home
Aquamarijnstraat 85, Groningen
Good · 4 residents
Lots of crime in the neighbourhood. Many young people who are part of it. Dangerous roundabouts where many accidents happen.
Auto-translated to English by AILots of contact with neighbours, always cosy!
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood generally has an undeserved bad reputation. The area is generally safe and well-provided with greenery and recreation.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere is a lot of greenery in Vinkhuizen. I find this important. In terms of shops and facilities, there is plenty available. However, as a woman, I don't go out on the street in the evening because things often happen in this neighbourhood.
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Data from Vinkhuizen-Noord
41 within 5 km
63 within 5 km
About Aquamarijnstraat 85, Groningen
The asking price of €197,500 is 36% below the neighbourhood average of €307,421, which makes it a keen entry point. However, the apartment is also smaller than average (69 m² vs 112 m²). The price per m² works out to about €2,862, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €2,808 per m². So while the total price is low, you're paying a bit more per square metre.
The energy label is E. This is below the current average for homes in the neighbourhood, where about 26% have label A+ and only 37% have label D or lower. An E label means higher energy costs can be expected, especially for heating and electricity. It's worth factoring that into your monthly budget.
The nearest train station is 2.8 km away, which is about a 10-minute cycle or a short bus ride. Given the urban density, bus stops are likely within walking distance.
Resident reviews are mixed. One resident mentions "lots of crime" and dangerous roundabouts, while another says the area is "generally safe" and has an undeserved bad reputation. The total number of crimes recorded in the neighbourhood is 191, but without a per-capita figure it's hard to compare. It's a diverse urban area with a mix of opinions.
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. Primary schools include Openbare basisschool De Sterrensteen (892 m) and De Hoeksteen (911 m). For secondary education, Portalis (special education) is just 456 m away. The neighbourhood also has a child daycare centre 0.6 km away.
Daily shopping is convenient: Jumbo is 493 m away, and SPAR, Aldi, Albert Heijn and Lidl are all within 900 m. A GP is 0.8 km away, and there's a restaurant and library each 0.8-1.0 km away. A park or public garden is just 0.1 km from the home.
The apartment was built in 1973, which fits the neighbourhood profile: 90.5% of homes in Vinkhuizen-Noord were built between 1970 and 1990. The building is therefore around 50 years old, which may mean some maintenance is due, but it's typical for the area.
The neighbourhood has a mix of households: about 640 with children and 710 without, plus many single-person households. There are several primary schools and green spaces nearby. However, some residents mention crime, so it's worth visiting at different times to get a feel for the area.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Vinkhuizen-Noord
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