A historic apartment in the heart of Groningen
This apartment sits on Damsterdiep, a street with a lively, multicultural buzz where young and old live side by side. Residents describe the area as cosy, with many cafes and restaurants, and the city centre is just a short walk away. The asking price of €250,000 is 31% below the average asking price of €364,147 for homes in this neighbourhood, and it also sits below the average price per square metre for apartments in Groningen. Given the central location and the price point, this is a sharp entry into the market.
Inside the home
This apartment, built in 1650, is on the second floor and spans one level with four rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent lists the living area at 69 m², while the BAG registration records 64 m². The home has double glazing and wall insulation, and it is heated by a central heating boiler. It is offered as freehold ownership, with a monthly homeowners' association contribution of €92.38. The property is situated on a busy road, in the centre and within a residential area.
The Binnenstad-Oost neighbourhood
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.98 out of 10, based on twelve reviews. One resident says: "Lively neighbourhood with many cafes and restaurants and you can walk into the city centre in no time." Another adds: "It is very green. You can easily walk into the city centre and there are many eateries in the area." A third notes it is "a cosy spot, lots of nice houses, easily accessible," though they mention it is "a bit lacking in green & not always very clean." The area is home to around 4,400 people, with a high proportion of young adults. For more context, you can explore the Binnenstad-Oost neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. The H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum for secondary education is a five-minute walk, and the Praedinius Gymnasium is also close by. The Academische Huisartsenpraktijk Groningen is on your doorstep, and the Service Apotheek Hanzeplein is just around the corner. Bus stop Groningen, Schuitendiep is on your doorstep, serving lines 5, 6, 61, 63, 65, 76, 165, 178, 406 and 471. Groningen train station is a ten-minute walk, and the Universitair Medisch Centrum Groningen is a couple of streets away. All of this sits within the municipality of Groningen.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this property is €268,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 7% below this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 49%, from €180,000 to €268,000. Regarding address-level risks, the noise load from road traffic is 64 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, and the soil type is clay. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, and the current flood risk is medium. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Solide Vastgoed Makelaars.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Damsterdiep 28A, Groningen
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €250,000 is 7% below the WOZ value of €268,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 49%, from €180,000 to €268,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment is on the second floor and has four rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single level. The agent lists the living area at 69 m², while the BAG registration records 64 m². The home has double glazing and wall insulation, and it is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the homeowners' association contribution?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €92.38. The property is offered as freehold ownership, meaning you own the full property. The contribution covers the shared costs of the building, though the specific services included are not detailed in the listing.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1650 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase risk for wooden foundations. This is an indication at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What is the noise situation at this address?
The noise load from road traffic is 64 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 31 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 18 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures come from public data for the address and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner at 360 metres, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away at 477 metres. There is also an AH to go at 388 metres for quick purchases. Within five kilometres, there are 48 supermarkets in total, so you have plenty of options for daily groceries.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum for havo, atheneum and lyceum is a five-minute walk away at 322 metres. The Praedinius Gymnasium is also close, at 451 metres. For primary education, IKC Borgman Oosterpoort is at 629 metres and St. Michaëlschool at 761 metres. There are 79 schools within five kilometres.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus stop Groningen, Schuitendiep is on your doorstep at 74 metres, serving lines 5, 6, 61, 63, 65, 76, 165, 178, 406 and 471. Another stop, Groningen, Petrus Campersingel, is just around the corner at 204 metres. Groningen train station is a ten-minute walk at 1,072 metres.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.98 out of 10, based on twelve reviews. One resident describes it as a "lively neighbourhood with many cafes and restaurants," while another notes it is "very green" and easy to walk into the city centre. A third resident mentions it is "a cosy spot" but "a bit lacking in green & not always very clean."
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label for this apartment is B. The home has double glazing and wall insulation, according to the agent. The energy label indicates the energy performance of the home, and with label B you can expect moderate energy costs compared to less efficient labels.
How does the price per square metre compare?
The asking price per square metre is €3,623, based on the agent's listed living area of 69 m². The average asking price per square metre in this neighbourhood is €5,167. This means the price per square metre for this apartment is below the neighbourhood average.
What is the flood risk at this address?
The current flood risk is indicated as medium, and it is expected to remain medium by 2050. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public climate data, not an assessment of this specific property.
