Billitonstraat 40A
Indische buurt · 9715 ET Groningen
A spacious apartment in the Indische buurt
This apartment on Billitonstraat sits in a lively part of Groningen's Oud-Noord district. With 116 m² of living space, it is 30% larger than the neighbourhood average of 89 m². The home dates from 1918 and had an energy label B, so heating costs should be manageable. At €350,000, the asking price was in line with the market, the average in the area was €353,480. For more context, see other apartments in Groningen. This home has not been online since 25 September 2026.
The Indische buurt
The Indische buurt is a diverse, urban neighbourhood with a strong sense of community. Based on ten reviews, residents give it an average score of 7.87. One resident calls it a "Lovely neighbourhood" and says: "I feel at home in this neighbourhood. Very diverse, safe and easily accessible." Another describes it as "Safe and relaxing" and adds: "Nice neighbourhood with lots of nature, close to the centre but very quiet." A third review notes it is a "Deprived neighbourhood" with "generally low income." The area is densely populated, with many single-person households and a young demographic. For more details, visit the neighbourhood Indische buurt page.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, you have a Jumbo and an Aldi just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn a five-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including IKC Borgman Ebbinge and De Kleine Wereld. Secondary schools like Gomarus College Magnolia are also close by. A park or public garden was on your doorstep, perfect for a quick break. The municipality Groningen page has more on the wider area.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via NEBO Makelaars.
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About Billitonstraat 40A, Groningen
Was €350,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €350,000 was close to the neighbourhood average of €353,480 and the median of €340,000. Given that the apartment was 30% larger than the typical home in the area, the price per m² worked out at about €3,017, which was well below the neighbourhood average of €5,571 per m². So it appeared priced for its size.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The apartment has an energy label B, which is quite efficient. In the neighbourhood, only about 21% of homes have label A and 7% label B, so this home performs better than most.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 1.3 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of safety?
The Indische buurt has a mixed reputation. One resident describes it as "safe and easily accessible," while another notes it is a "Deprived neighbourhood" with low income. The total number of crimes reported in the area is 475, but without context it is hard to compare. Overall, the neighbourhood scores 7.87 out of 10 from residents.
Are there supermarkets nearby?
Yes, there are several supermarkets within a few minutes' walk. Jumbo and Aldi are both about 300 m away, and Albert Heijn is around 500 m. Lidl is also within 600 m. So daily groceries are very convenient.
What schools are close to this home?
Primary schools within walking distance include IKC Borgman Ebbinge (about 700 m), De Kleine Wereld (800 m), and Openbare Basisschool Karrepad (800 m). For secondary education, Gomarus College Magnolia is about 500 m away and Kamerlingh Onnes is around 800 m.
How many homes were for sale in the neighbourhood?
At the time there were 25 homes for sale in the Indische buurt, with prices ranging from €200,000 to €569,000. The average time on the market for sold homes was 29 days, indicating a fairly active market.
