De Wijert-Zuid, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Hélène Swarthlaan sits in a quiet part of De Wijert-Zuid, with the Van Starkenborghpark just a couple of streets away. At 93 m² it's a comfortable size, and with energy label B you won't be left with sky-high bills. The asking price of €325,000 is 38% below the neighbourhood average of €523,200, which makes it a keen option compared to other apartments in Groningen.
De Wijert-Zuid is a leafy part of Groningen with a mix of generations and housing types. Two residents have shared their experiences: one says "It's a fine neighbourhood, only in the evening when young people are around it's not safe, been shouted at and followed several times," while another calls it "Always cosy, many different generations and everything is in the neighbourhood. Easy to reach and beautiful surroundings with perfect houses." The area is mostly families and older residents, with a good number of single-person households too. It's a place where you'll find the De Wijert-Zuid neighbourhood has a strong sense of community.
For your morning bread and groceries, Albert Heijn and Lidl are both just around the corner, and Jumbo is a ten-minute walk away. If you have children, the Brederoschool primary school is a five-minute walk, and the Montessori Vaklyceum secondary school is even closer. The park is on your doorstep, perfect for a stroll or letting the kids run around. All of this falls within the municipality of Groningen, which offers plenty of amenities.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Makelaardij Met Bauke.
Details of this home
Hélène Swarthlaan 60, Groningen
Good · 2 residents
It's a fine neighbourhood, only in the evening when young people are around it's not safe, been shouted at and followed several times.
Auto-translated to English by AIAlways cosy, many different generations and everything is in the neighbourhood. Easy to reach and beautiful surroundings with perfect houses. (Other places here are less beautiful but where I live is gorgeous)
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About Hélène Swarthlaan 60, Groningen
The asking price of €325,000 is 38% below the neighbourhood average of €523,200, which makes it a keen option. However, the apartment's floor area of 93 m² is 28% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 130 m², so the price per square metre is actually in line with the market. It's a good deal for the size and location.
De Wijert-Zuid is a green, mixed neighbourhood with many families and older residents. Residents appreciate the cosy atmosphere and the fact that everything is nearby, though one noted that it can feel less safe in the evening when young people are around. The area has a strong sense of community and is well-connected.
The nearest train station is 3.1 km away, which is about a ten-minute cycle or a short bus ride. It's not on your doorstep, but it's easily reachable for commuting.
Albert Heijn and Lidl are both within 500 metres, and Jumbo is about 770 metres away. For schools, the Brederoschool primary school is 450 metres away, and the Montessori Vaklyceum secondary school is 330 metres away. Everything you need for daily life is within walking distance.
The apartment has energy label B, which means it's quite efficient. You can expect reasonable heating costs, though not as low as an A-label home. The neighbourhood has a mix of labels, with 40% A and 20% B, so this home is in line with the area.
The listing does not mention a garden or terrace. The apartment is in a building from 1975, so it likely has a balcony, but that is not stated. The nearby Van Starkenborghpark is just 300 metres away for outdoor space.
The listing does not specify the number of rooms or bedrooms. With 93 m², it's a good size, but you would need to check the layout with the agent to know how many rooms it has.
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