A classic apartment in the heart of Groningen
This apartment on Herebinnensingel 17 sits in Binnenstad-Zuid, the lively southern edge of Groningen's historic centre. Built in 1915, it carries the character of a century-old city building, with an energy label C. The asking price is €449,000. For context, the average asking price in the neighbourhood is €727,794, and the median is €430,000. If you are weighing options, apartments in Groningen give a sense of what else is available in the municipality.
The home itself
The listing does not provide details on the layout, number of rooms, or any outdoor space. What is known is that the home is an apartment from 1915 with an energy label C. The living area is 70 m² according to the BAG registration, which is 51% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 142 m². The agent has not specified any further features such as insulation, heating systems, or ownership details, so the picture of the interior remains incomplete.
Life in Binnenstad-Zuid
Binnenstad-Zuid is a compact, densely populated part of the city centre, with 7,085 residents and a housing stock of 4,090 homes. It is a young area: 49% of residents are between 15 and 25, and 83% of households are single-person. Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.5 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident says: "People are friendly, I enjoy living here." Another notes: "There's the occasional stabbing here and there, but otherwise has everything you need. Lots of nice people and shops. Enjoy living here. Can be noisy at night though." A third adds: "Nice neighbourhood and almost everything within walking distance. The only pity is that there is little to no greenery in the street/neighbourhood." The reviews paint a picture of a sociable, convenient area, though not without its nighttime noise and lack of green. For more on the area, see the Binnenstad-Zuid neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with a Jumbo just around the corner and an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. For schools, IKC Borgman Oosterpoort is a five-minute walk, and the H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum is about a ten-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Radesingel is just around the corner, and the Service Apotheek Oosterpoort is a five-minute walk. Public transport is well served: the bus stop at Zuiderdiep, a couple of streets away, has lines 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 19, 61, 63, 65, 76, 163, 165, 178, 400, 404, 406, 409, 410, 417, 418 and 471. Groningen train station is a ten-minute walk. The wider municipality of Groningen offers further amenities within easy reach. Regarding the address, public risk data at area level indicates the following. Road traffic noise is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway noise at 35 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 18 dB Lden are both below the standard. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on the 1915 construction on clay soil, with a note that the groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase risk for wooden foundations. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk from rivers is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is low currently but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Verver Jet Winters Makelaars | Qualis.
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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 Herebinnensingel 17, Groningen
How does the asking price compare to other homes in Binnenstad-Zuid?
The asking price of €449,000 sits below the neighbourhood average asking price of €727,794 and slightly above the median of €430,000. The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,602, while this home is listed at €6,414 per m² based on the BAG living area. No further judgement is made on the price.
What is the living area of this apartment?
The living area is 70 m² according to the BAG registration. This is 51% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 142 m². The agent has not provided any additional details on the layout, number of rooms, or outdoor space in the listing.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
As a result, no comparison with the asking price or information on the value development over the past five years is available. The WOZ value is determined by the municipality and is not part of the listing data provided.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, according to public area-level data. The home was built in 1915 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. 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 supermarkets are near this apartment?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn at 97 metres, which is on your doorstep. A Jumbo is at 167 metres, just around the corner, and an Ekoplaza is at 285 metres, a couple of streets away. There are also other options within a short walk, including another Albert Heijn at 554 metres and an AH to go at 618 metres.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Groningen, Zuiderdiep, at 158 metres, with a wide range of lines including 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 19, 61, 63, 65, 76, 163, 165, 178, 400, 404, 406, 409, 410, 417, 418 and 471. Another stop, Groningen, Hereplein, is at 168 metres. The train station Groningen is at 618 metres, about a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of residents and safety?
Binnenstad-Zuid has 7,085 residents, with a high proportion of young people: 49% are between 15 and 25, and 83% of households are single-person. Residents rate the neighbourhood 7.5 out of 10 on average. One resident mentions occasional stabbings and nighttime noise, while others highlight the friendly people and convenience.
Are there schools within walking distance?
Yes, there are several schools nearby. The nearest primary school is IKC Borgman Oosterpoort at 476 metres, about a five-minute walk. For secondary education, the H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum is at 623 metres, and the Praedinius Gymnasium is at 725 metres, both within a ten-minute walk. There is also a special primary school, School voor Speciaal Basisonderwijs Dr Bekenkamp, at 761 metres.
What healthcare facilities are close by?
The nearest GP practice is Huisartsenpraktijk Radesingel at 154 metres, just around the corner. The pharmacy, Service Apotheek Oosterpoort, is at 467 metres, about a five-minute walk. The Universitair Medisch Centrum Groningen hospital is at 823 metres, roughly a ten-minute walk away.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, or any outdoor space such as a garden or balcony. It also does not mention insulation, heating systems, or ownership details. As a result, the interior layout and features of this apartment are not described in the listing.
