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Rivierenbuurt, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis 99 m² apartment on Fongersplaats 185 sits in a lively part of Groningen, with a smart layout and an A energy label that keeps running costs low. At €395,000, the asking price is 19% above the neighbourhood average of €332,820, which puts it on the high side, but the size and efficiency help explain the premium. For context, apartments in Groningen vary widely, and this one stands out for its modern comfort.
The Rivierenbuurt is a dense, urban area with a young population, many students and singles, reflected in an average household size of 1.3. Reviews are mixed: one resident calls it a "top location" and says "it's close and just far enough from the centre that you're in a quiet, cosy neighbourhood, but you can easily find the bustling centre within 5 minutes." Another is less positive, noting "many drug users, many dogs pooping on the street, a lot of noise." A third review mentions the neighbourhood isn't very green but is accessible. Based on six reviews, the overall score is 6.84. The neighbourhood Rivierenbuurt is undeniably central, with a very high address density of 4,374 per km².
For groceries, the PLUS is just around the corner, and an Aldi and Albert Heijn are a couple of streets away. School runs are easy: De Vrije School Groningen Onderbouw is a five-minute walk, and Parcival College is similarly close. A park or garden is a five-minute walk away, and the train station is a ten-minute walk, handy for commutes. The municipality Groningen offers all the amenities you'd expect from a student city.
At the time of writing the home is listed via several channels, including Rotsvast Groningen, Funda, Pararius and Vastgoed Nederland.
Details of this home
Fongersplaats 185, Groningen
Satisfactory · 6 residents
The neighbourhood isn't really green. There are many houses close together, despite that it is a relatively accessible neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIMany drug users, many dogs pooping on the street, a lot of noise
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's close and just far enough from the centre that you're in a quiet, cosy neighbourhood, but you can easily find the bustling centre within 5 minutes. This will only get better when the new station is finished.
Auto-translated to English by AIStation nearby, pub/terrace nearby, supermarket within walking distance and city centre also 5 minutes by bike. But the street is busy with traffic. Other than that, there are many students/young professionals living here, so there's almost never any trouble with crime (once a man was in our garden stealing empty crates of beer), but there can be some noise nuisance.
Auto-translated to English by AIA very nice neighbourhood to live in! Within walking distance of the city and yet green spaces nearby. Pleasant to live in both as a student and as parents with young children!
Auto-translated to English by AIthis is a very nice neighbourhood to live in. everything is within walking distance and cafe de klikspaan in the middle of the neighbourhood is a nice meeting point. the plus is also a nice shop.
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About Fongersplaats 185, Groningen
The asking price is 19% above the average asking price in the Rivierenbuurt (€332,820) and also above the median of €325,000. However, this apartment is larger than average (99 m² vs 80 m²) and has an A energy label, which typically commands a premium. Whether it's fair depends on how much you value the extra space and efficiency.
The Rivierenbuurt is a dense, central neighbourhood with a very young population, many students and singles. Reviews are mixed: some love the proximity to the centre and the cosy feel, while others mention noise and nuisance from drug users. It's not particularly green, but it's very accessible.
The home has an energy label A, which is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, about 35% of homes have label A, so this one is above average. You can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs compared to older homes.
There are several schools within walking distance. De Vrije School Groningen Onderbouw (primary) is about 280 m away, and Parcival College (secondary) is about 340 m away. Other options include IKC Borgman Oosterpoort and Gomarus College, all within a ten-minute walk.
The nearest train station is 1.1 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to other cities.
The closest supermarket is a PLUS at 214 m, just around the corner. An Aldi and an Albert Heijn are about 600 m away, so daily shopping is very convenient.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Rivierenbuurt
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