Professorenbuurt, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis 1934 apartment on Diephuisstraat sits in one of Groningen's most characterful neighbourhoods. With 64 m² and an energy label C, it's a compact but solid home. The asking price of €250,000 is notably below the neighbourhood average of €372,948, making it a keen entry point for buyers looking at apartments in Groningen.
Residents describe the Professorenbuurt as a neighbourhood that has everything. One says: "Very beautiful neighbourhood in Groningen. Lots of facilities such as various schools, gym, playgrounds and plenty of supermarkets and other shops." Another notes: "My neighbourhood is quite cosy, though sometimes dirty because rubbish isn't put in the bins. Lots of students, so sometimes there aren't enough places to park your bike." A third review sums it up: "Pleasant neighbours all around, cosy, many amenities in the area, fairly green, people greet each other or have a chat." Based on 13 reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.57. The area is densely populated with many young adults and students, and most homes were built before 1945. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Professorenbuurt.
For your morning bread, Lidl is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. Jumbo, Aldi and PLUS are within a ten-minute walk. Families have several primary schools nearby: St. Franciscus, De Kleine Wereld and Openbare Basisschool Karrepad are all a five-minute walk or less. A park or garden is a couple of streets away, and the train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Groningen offers a vibrant city life with all amenities close at hand.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Schouten + van der Griezen and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
Details of this home
Diephuisstraat 5, Groningen
Good · 13 residents
Very beautiful neighbourhood in Groningen. Lots of facilities such as various schools, gym, playgrounds and plenty of supermarkets and other shops. What is unpleasant is that there is often rubbish next to the bins. Furthermore, the neighbourhood has many nice small parks and you are within no time in a quiet natural environment where you can enjoy walking, running, cycling etc. All in all, this neighbourhood is perfect for students but also for families and other city dwellers.
Auto-translated to English by AIMy neighbourhood is quite cosy, though sometimes dirty because rubbish isn't put in the bins, so hygiene isn't always great. Lots of students, so sometimes there aren't enough places to park your bike. There isn't really a neighbourhood association or other communities that I'm part of. The area also has a primary school, a university of applied sciences, a nice park, several playgrounds and plenty of other amenities. Definitely a safe neighbourhood, but the houses are very old. All in all, a great place to live.
Auto-translated to English by AIPleasant neighbours all around, cosy, many amenities in the area, fairly green, people greet each other or have a chat. Annual neighbourhood party. Easily accessible from both sides of the ring road. Safe feeling of living. Both students, elderly and families.
Auto-translated to English by AIA good neighbourhood, but a lot of waste from the Orientals on the street.
Auto-translated to English by AII think it's a nice neighbourhood! Often there is rubbish from the shop in the street. Otherwise, it's a fun neighbourhood!
Auto-translated to English by AIBecause of the many 'students' and junkies in my complex, I don't feel very safe.. also had a break-in at my previous home and now have very unpleasant neighbours. The housing association does nothing about it
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Data from Professorenbuurt
47 within 5 km
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About Diephuisstraat 5, Groningen
The asking price of €250,000 is 33% below the average asking price in the Professorenbuurt (€372,948) and also below the median of €325,000. However, the apartment is smaller than average (64 m² vs 86 m²) and has an energy label C. Given the lower price per square metre compared to the neighbourhood average, it appears keenly priced for a pre-war apartment in this popular area.
The energy label is C, which is average for a 1934 apartment. In the Professorenbuurt, about 28% of homes have label C, while 30% have a lower label (D or worse). Label C means reasonable insulation and moderate energy costs, but not as efficient as modern homes. You can expect typical heating bills for a pre-war apartment of this size.
The Professorenbuurt has a mix of students, families and elderly residents. Reviews mention several primary schools, playgrounds and parks. However, the area is very densely populated with many young adults (39% aged 15-25) and only 6% of households have children. Some residents note that rubbish can be an issue and bike parking is tight. It's a lively, safe neighbourhood but not a quiet suburban family enclave.
Lidl is 212 m away, Albert Heijn 418 m, and several other supermarkets within 1 km. Primary schools are within 500 m. A park is 200 m away, and the train station is 1.7 km (a 20-minute walk). Restaurants and a library are also close. The neighbourhood has a high density of shops and services, so daily errands are easy on foot.
At 64 m², this apartment is 26% smaller than the average apartment in the Professorenbuurt (86 m²). It's a compact two-bedroom or one-bedroom-plus-study layout typical of pre-war buildings. The price per square metre is about €3,906, which is below the neighbourhood average of €4,698, reflecting the smaller size and older construction.
The nearest train station is 1.7 km away, about a 20-minute walk or a short bike ride. Given the high urban density (5,447 addresses per km²), bus stops are likely within a few minutes' walk. The city centre is easily reachable by bike.
The listing does not mention any specific issues. The building dates from 1934, so typical pre-war characteristics like single glazing or older plumbing may be present, but the energy label C suggests some modernisation. The neighbourhood reviews mention occasional rubbish problems and bike parking shortages, but these are street-level concerns, not property-specific.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Professorenbuurt
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