A ground-floor apartment on the Damsterdiep
This ground-floor apartment sits on the Damsterdiep, right in the heart of Groningen's Binnenstad-Oost. It is a lively, multicultural part of the city where young and old live side by side, and the centre is just a short stroll away. The asking price of €299,000 is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes in at €394,550. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the area is €5,861, while this home is listed at €4,672 per square metre. If you are looking at apartments in Groningen, this one stands out for its central setting and market-rate price.
The home itself
Built in 1939, this apartment spans one floor and includes three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 64 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 51 m². The home has a rear garden and is fully owned. According to the agent, the insulation consists of triple glazing and largely double glazing, and the heating runs on a central heating boiler. There is a homeowners' association fee of €25 per month. The property is located on the ground floor, which adds to its appeal for those who prefer not to climb stairs.
Life in Binnenstad-Oost
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 resident notes: "I personally experience little cohesion in the neighbourhood. Nevertheless, it is a cosy spot, lots of nice houses, easily accessible. Just a bit lacking in green & not always very clean." The area is home to around 4,370 people, and a large share of households are single-person, at 80 percent. For more on the area, see the Binnenstad-Oost neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The nearest GP, the Academische Huisartsenpraktijk Groningen, is just around the corner, and the Service Apotheek Hanzeplein is a couple of streets away. For groceries, the AH to go is on your doorstep, with a Jumbo and an Albert Heijn within a five-minute walk. Schools are close too: the H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum is a couple of streets away, and the Praedinius Gymnasium is a five-minute walk. Public transport is well served, with bus stops at Petrus Campersingel and Schuitendiep nearby, offering lines 6, 406 and 471 among others. The train station in Groningen is a ten-minute walk, and the UMCG hospital is just around the corner. This is all part of the municipality of Groningen, which offers a full range of urban amenities.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €253,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 18 percent above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 58 percent, from €160,000 to €253,000. As for the address, there are some area-level indications to note. The noise from road traffic is measured at 64 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective norms. The foundation risk indication is elevated, and the soil type is clay. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, and the current flood risk is medium, as is the risk in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are indications at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Hopma Makelaardij and other platforms. The listing has been active since 3 November 2026.
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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 Damsterdiep 55, Groningen
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €299,000 is 18 percent above the WOZ value of €253,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €394,550, which is 24 percent higher. This means the asking price is below the average for the area, but it is still above the official valuation.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. It is located on the ground floor and spans a single floor. The agent lists the living area as 64 m², while the BAG registration records 51 m². There is a rear garden, and the property is fully owned. The home is heated by a central heating boiler, and the insulation is described as triple glazing and largely double glazing.
What is the WOZ value and how has it developed?
The WOZ value is €253,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. Over the past five years, the value has increased by 58 percent, from €160,000 in 2020 to €253,000 in 2025. This reflects a significant rise in the municipal valuation over that period. The asking price is 18 percent above the current WOZ value, which is a precomputed comparison and not a judgement on the price.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to area-level data, the noise from road traffic is measured at 64 dB Lden, which is above the noise norm. Railway noise is 31 dB Lden, and aircraft noise is 18 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These figures are based on public data from the Atlas Leefomgeving and are indications at the area level, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, according to area-level data. The home was built in 1939 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase the risk for wooden foundations. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. The nearest is an AH to go, just 378 metres away, followed by a Jumbo at 450 metres and an Albert Heijn at 560 metres. Another Jumbo is at 584 metres, and a second Albert Heijn is at 730 metres. This means you have a good choice of grocery stores within a short walk from the apartment.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
Several schools are within walking distance. The H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum, a secondary school, is 387 metres away. The Praedinius Gymnasium, also secondary, is at 513 metres. For primary education, IKC Borgman Oosterpoort is at 623 metres, and the St. Michaëlschool is at 855 metres. There is also a special primary school, the Dr Bekenkamp, at 958 metres.
How is the public transport in this area?
Public transport is well served. The nearest bus stop is Groningen, Petrus Campersingel, at 126 metres, with lines 6, 406 and 471. Another stop, Groningen, Schuitendiep, is at 158 metres and offers lines 5, 6, 61, 63, 65, 76, 165, 178, 406 and 471. The train station in Groningen is 1.1 kilometres away, which is about a ten-minute walk.
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, multicultural area with many cafes and restaurants, and easy access to the city centre. Another mentions that it is very green and has many eateries. A third notes that there is little cohesion but it is a cosy spot with nice houses, though it could use more green and is not always very clean.
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, there is a homeowners' association fee of €25 per month. This is a common arrangement for apartments in the Netherlands, covering shared costs such as maintenance of common areas. The fee is relatively modest, but it is an ongoing cost to consider alongside the mortgage and other expenses.
