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Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Grote Appelstraat sits in the lively Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier, a neighbourhood that blends city energy with a village-like calm. At 51 m² it's compact, but the high ceilings and classic 1903 bones give it character. The asking price of €245,000 is notably lower than the neighbourhood average of €546,518, partly because of the smaller size, a keen entry point into this popular area. For more context, see apartments in Groningen.
Residents give the neighbourhood a solid 7.88 out of 10. One says: "A vibrant neighbourhood with lots of nice people. Everything is just fine, eateries, supermarkets, bus stops, and the city beach." Another adds: "Very pleasant living, central but not too busy. All amenities are within walking distance." The area is densely populated (over 7,000 addresses per km²) and mostly consists of flats and small apartments, with a young demographic, over 40% of residents are between 15 and 25. For more on the area, see neighbourhood Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier.
For your morning bread, Ekoplaza, PLUS and Albert Heijn are all just around the corner. The nearest primary school, Nassauschool, is a five-minute walk away, and the Gomarus College for secondary education is about ten minutes on foot. A small park is a couple of streets away, and the city centre is within easy walking distance. For more on the wider area, see municipality Groningen.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Rotsvast Makelaardij.
Details of this home
Grote Appelstraat 10, Groningen
Good · 6 residents
Actually, everything is just fine. There are several eateries in the neighbourhood, supermarkets are close by, bus stops, you can park your bike easily, and with the city beach there is also a beautiful and well-known green area.
Auto-translated to English by AIReally great! All amenities are within walking distance, including a small park. You're in the city centre in no time. Nothing to complain about really
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is cosy and quiet. The park is easily accessible and the people in the area are friendly, but there is often litter on the streets, which is a shame.
Auto-translated to English by AIEverything is easily accessible. It's a cosy, green and pleasant neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIIn our neighbourhood, everyone knows each other a bit
Auto-translated to English by AIAccessibility by bike is great because it's very close to the city centre, but less so by car due to the crowds and many one-way streets. There are mainly buildings, so there isn't much greenery, but at the Nieuwe Kerkhof there's a nice little park with enough green; also, the neighbourhood borders the Noorderplantsoen, the largest park in the city. Hygiene leaves something to be desired; occasionally I see vomit from students or dog poop on the street. Safety also leaves something to be desired; there are quite a few junkies and homeless people on the street. As a man, I don't feel unsafe, but I can imagine women do. Also, bikes are often stolen, etc. The community is fine, not close-knit or anything, but diverse: many students, but also elderly people and couples. I occasionally have noise nuisance from students. Housing is very good in this neighbourhood: beautiful houses that represent the old centre well, combined with nice new-build apartment complexes. As for education, there's something for everyone within a 10-minute bike ride, from primary schools to the Zernike Campus. Finally, all the amenities I need are within walking or cycling distance.
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About Grote Appelstraat 10, Groningen
The asking price is 55% below the neighbourhood average of €546,518, but the apartment is also 56% smaller than the average home in the area (51 m² vs 117 m²). Given the compact size and central location, the price is in line with what you'd expect for a small apartment in this part of Groningen.
The apartment has energy label C. That means it has reasonable insulation and energy efficiency, though not as high as modern standards. You can expect moderate energy bills, but it's not the most efficient label available.
The neighbourhood is very popular among young people, over 40% of residents are between 15 and 25, and most households are single-person. There are plenty of eateries, bars, and the city beach nearby. It's central but not too busy, as residents note.
Several supermarkets (Ekoplaza, PLUS, Albert Heijn) are within 400 metres. A primary school is about 400 metres away, and a secondary school is about 800 metres. A park is 300 metres away, and the train station is 1.2 km, a 15-minute walk.
There are currently 28 apartments for sale in the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier. The average price per square metre is €5,010, so this apartment at roughly €4,800/m² is slightly below that average.
At 51 m², it's compact but could work for a couple who don't need a lot of space.
The neighbourhood recorded 382 total crimes in the latest data, which for a dense urban area with over 6,500 residents is moderate. Residents mention occasional litter but generally feel safe.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier
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