A lively spot in the heart of Groningen
This apartment on Hanzeplein sits in Binnenstad-Oost, a neighbourhood where the city centre is literally on your doorstep. With 92 m² of living space and a B energy label, it is a comfortable size for a city home. The rent of €1,275 is about 10% below the neighbourhood average of €1,409, so it is keenly priced for what you get. For context, apartments in Groningen typically go for more per square metre.
The Binnenstad-Oost neighbourhood
Residents give this area a solid 7.98 out of 10, based on twelve reviews. One resident describes it as a "lively multicultural neighbourhood" where "young and old live here" and you can "walk into the city centre in no time." Another says it is a "cosy neighbourhood with multicultural residents" and that it is "very green." A third notes it is a "cosy spot, lots of nice houses, easily accessible," though they mention it is "a bit lacking in green & not always very clean." The mix of ages is striking: 40% of residents are between 15 and 25, and 38% are between 25 and 45, so it is a young area. Most households are single people, which fits the lively, central character of the Binnenstad-Oost neighbourhood.
Life on the street
For daily errands, you are well covered. An AH to go is just around the corner, and a Jumbo is a couple of streets away. For schools, the H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum is a five-minute walk, and the Praedinius Gymnasium is. Primary schools are a bit further, with IKC Borgman Oosterpark and De Kleine Wereld. The train station is 1.6 km away, so a ten-minute walk gets you to the tracks. All of this sits within the municipality of Groningen, which is known for its compact, walkable layout.
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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 Hanzeplein 96, Groningen
Is €1,275 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is about 10% below the neighbourhood average of €1,409, and the floor area of 92 m² is 37% larger than the average of 67 m². That makes it keenly priced for the size. The median rent in the area is €1,205, so this sits slightly above that, but the extra space explains the difference.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an official registration from EP-Online. A B label is relatively efficient, so you can expect moderate energy costs compared to homes with lower labels. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, only its energy performance.
How close is the nearest supermarket?
An AH to go is just 87 metres away, so it is on your doorstep for a quick shop. A Jumbo is at 291 metres, and there are two Albert Heijns within about 750 to 837 metres. With 47 supermarkets within five kilometres, you have plenty of choice for bigger weekly shops.
What schools are near this apartment?
For secondary education, the H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum is at 355 metres and the Praedinius Gymnasium at 414 metres. For primary schools, IKC Borgman Oosterpark is at 641 metres and De Kleine Wereld at 683 metres. There are 77 schools within five kilometres, so options are plentiful.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.6 km from the apartment, which is about a ten-minute walk. That makes it easy to get out of the city without needing a car.
What is the neighbourhood like for young people?
Binnenstad-Oost is a young area: 40% of residents are between 15 and 25, and another 38% are between 25 and 45. Most households are single people, and the reviews mention a lively atmosphere with many cafes and restaurants. It is a place where you can walk into the city centre quickly.
