A classic upper-floor home in Helpman
Helper Brink 36A is an upper-floor apartment from 1936, sitting on a leafy street in Helpman, a well-loved part of Groningen. The home is part of a lively, established area where the streets are lined with pre-war buildings and the city centre is a short ride away. With a last known price of €245,000, this asking price sat 33% below the average asking price of €365,254 for apartments in Groningen, which put it on the low side compared with the local market. This home has not been online since 17 October 2026.
Inside the home
This apartment spans one floor and includes three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area was listed at 69 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 66 m². The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it comes with a balcony. It was offered as full ownership, so there was no leasehold ground rent to factor in.
Life in Helpman
Helpman is a district with a strong sense of community, and residents give it an average score of 7.94 out of 10 across eight reviews. One resident calls it a top neighbourhood, praising the beautiful houses, good amenities and quiet atmosphere, while still being close to the city. Another describes it as a nice little neighbourhood, simply saying it is quiet. A third resident notes that it feels fine during the day but less safe in the evening when young people are around. The area is home to around 6,165 people, with a high share of single-person households. For a closer look at what the area offers, you can read more about the Helpman neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is convenient, with an Albert Heijn just around the corner and a Poiesz a couple of streets away. For secondary education, Zernike College is on your doorstep, while the Joseph Haydn-School for primary education is just around the corner. The nearest GP is Medisch Centrum Helperpark, a ten-minute walk, and the Service Apotheek Helpman is just around the corner. Bus stops on the v. Iddekingeweg and Thomsonstraat, served by lines 50, 51 and 418, are within a short walk, and Groningen Europapark train station is a ten-minute walk. The wider area is part of the municipality of Groningen, which offers plenty of options for work and leisure.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value was available for this property, so there was no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. The address does come with some area-level risk indications. Road traffic noise is measured at 57 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on the 1936 construction on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation, and the groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding risk is low, as is the current flood risk, though heat stress is expected to become medium by 2050.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via two channels, including Hopma Makelaardij and Hopma Makelaardij on Funda. The listing had been active since 24 August 2026.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Helper Brink 36A, Groningen
How did the asking price compare with other homes in Helpman?
The asking price of €245,000 was 33% below the average asking price of €365,254 for homes at the time for sale in Helpman. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood was €3,869, while this home was listed at €3,551 per square metre based on the agent's floor area of 69 m². The median asking price in the area was €345,000, so this apartment sat below that figure.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is an upper-floor apartment spread over one floor, with three rooms in total. It had two bedrooms and one bathroom, and the agent listed the living area at 69 m², while the BAG registration records 66 m². The home also includes a balcony and has a volume of 237 m³. It was offered as full ownership, so there was no leasehold ground rent involved.
What energy label does this home have and what does it mean?
The home has an energy label D. The home did had double glazing and a central heating boiler, which were noted in the listing. The label itself was a standard measure of energy performance, and the actual costs would depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1936 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In this postcode area, 100% of buildings were constructed before 1970, and 2% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. The groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase risk for wooden foundations. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are close to this apartment?
An Albert Heijn supermarket is just around the corner at 310 metres, and a Poiesz is a couple of streets away at 545 metres. For schools, Zernike College for secondary education is on your doorstep at 94 metres, and the Joseph Haydn-School for primary education is 146 metres away. The nearest GP is Medisch Centrum Helperpark at 670 metres, and the Service Apotheek Helpman is 338 metres away.
How is the public transport connection from this home?
Bus stops are within a short walk, with Groningen, v. Iddekingeweg at 309 metres and Groningen, Thomsonstraat at 501 metres, both served by lines 50, 51 and 418. The nearest train station is Groningen Europapark at 558 metres, which is about a ten-minute walk. This gives you options for getting around the city and further afield without needing a car.
What is the neighbourhood of Helpman like according to residents?
Residents of the district give Helpman an average score of 7.94 out of 10 based on eight reviews. One resident calls it a top neighbourhood, mentioning beautiful houses, good amenities and a quiet atmosphere while still being close to the city. Another simply describes it as a nice little neighbourhood that is quiet. A third resident notes it feels fine during the day but less safe in the evening when young people are around.
How many homes were at the time for sale in Helpman?
There were at the time 35 homes for sale in Helpman, with asking prices ranging from €199,900 to €895,000. The average asking price was €365,254 and the median was €345,000. The average floor area of homes for sale was 96 m², and the average price per square metre was €3,869. This apartment, at 69 m², is smaller than the neighbourhood average.
What is the noise situation around this address?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 57 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 35 dB Lden, which is not above the standard, and aircraft noise is 19 dB Lden, also not above the standard. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
Is there a risk of flooding at this location?
The pluvial flooding risk at this address is low, meaning the chance of flooding from heavy rainfall is limited. The current flood risk is also low, and this remains low for 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on climate data, not a property-specific assessment.
