Selwerd, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Eikenlaan sits right opposite a shopping centre, so there is always something going on outside your window. At 85 m² with energy label B, it is a comfortable size and efficient to heat. The rent of €1,023 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €947, but the location and size justify it. For context, apartments in Groningen vary widely in price.
Selwerd is a lively, dense neighbourhood just north of the city centre, with over 4,200 addresses per km². It is home to many students and young professionals, more than half of households are single-person. One resident calls it "Cosy living in a flat" and notes: "There is a shopping centre opposite here so I always have something to see and never get bored." Another is less enthusiastic: "Neutral. No cohesion." A third describes it as a "Beautiful neighbourhood close to the city." Based on six reviews, the average score is 7.2. For more on the area, see neighbourhood Selwerd.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, just 13 metres away. Lidl is just around the corner. Two primary schools are within a five-minute walk: De Wegwijzer and De Pendinghe. Secondary schools are also close: Kamerlingh Onnes is 186 metres away, and Gomarus College Magnolia is 266 metres. The neighbourhood is part of municipality Groningen, which offers plenty of parks and cultural amenities.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via NMG vastgoed kantoor Rijssen and also appears on Funda. Homes in this neighbourhood are typically rented out within 8 days, so the market moves quickly.
Details of this home
Eikenlaan 79, Groningen
Good · 6 residents
There is a shopping centre opposite here so I always have something to see and never get bored
Auto-translated to English by AINeutral. No cohesion.
Auto-translated to English by AIBeautiful neighbourhood close to the city
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's getting worse and worse here. I've been living here for 6 years now, but more foreigners are moving in. Two weeks ago, there was a shooting less than 25 metres from the apartment block. Sad.
Auto-translated to English by AISo many foreigners live here and there are so many shootings in this neighbourhood, my child cannot walk around safely, that's why Selwerd looks like a little Turkey.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet neighbourhood with everything you need.
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Data from Selwerd
48 within 5 km
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About Eikenlaan 79, Groningen
The rent is €1,023, which is above the neighbourhood average of €947 and the median of €986. However, at 85 m² it is larger than average, and the energy label B keeps running costs moderate. Given the direct proximity to a shopping centre and the city centre, the price is in line with what you get.
Selwerd is a very urban area with a high density of addresses. It has a young population, with many students and singles. Reviews are mixed: some love the lively atmosphere and convenience, while others find it lacks cohesion. The average review score is 7.2 out of 10.
The nearest train station is 1.0 km away, about a ten-minute walk.
There are several schools within walking distance. Primary schools De Wegwijzer (295 m) and De Pendinghe (361 m) are both about a five-minute walk. Secondary schools Kamerlingh Onnes (186 m) and Gomarus College Magnolia (266 m) are even closer.
Yes, Albert Heijn is just 13 metres away, literally on your doorstep. Lidl is 193 metres away, and there are several other supermarkets within a kilometre.
Homes in Selwerd are rented out quickly, with an average listing time of 8 days. This suggests demand is high, so if you are interested, you should be prepared to move fast.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Selwerd