Helper Kerkstraat 34B

The asking price of €265,000 is 27% below the average asking price in Helpman (€360,805) and also below the median of €339,500. Given the 93 m² floor area, that works out to about €2,849 per m², while the neighbourhood average is €3,895 per m². So it's priced keenly compared to other homes currently on the market in the area.

The home has energy label C. That's a decent rating for a 1922 building, it means the property is reasonably efficient, though you can expect higher heating costs than a modern A-rated home. In Helpman, 37.8% of homes have label C, so it's in line with the neighbourhood.

The city centre is about 2.1 km away by train, or a 15-minute bike ride according to a resident. That's a typical distance for Helpman, you're close enough to cycle in quickly, but far enough to enjoy a quieter residential street.

Based on one review, the neighbourhood has a somewhat reserved atmosphere. The resident says it's "mostly every man for himself, with occasional attempts to build a community" and that they have almost no contact with neighbours. So if you value privacy, that might suit you, but don't expect a close-knit street.

There are three supermarkets within walking distance: Albert Heijn at 161 m, Poiesz at 579 m, and another Albert Heijn at 980 m. For primary schools, the Joseph Haydn-School is 207 m away and the Groningse Schoolvereniging is 406 m. Secondary school Zernike College is just 122 m from the door.

The nearest train station is 2.1 km away, which is a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride.

Helpman has a mix of residents: about 9% of households have children, while 43% are single-person households. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and the neighbourhood is quiet with parks nearby. It's not a typical family suburb, but it can work for families who prefer an urban setting.