Kostverloren, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis 77 m² apartment on Hoendiep sits in the lively Kostverloren neighbourhood, a stone's throw from the city centre. Built in 1942, it has an F energy label, so expect higher heating costs. At €269,000, the price is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €292,231, making it a keen option compared to other apartments in Groningen.
Kostverloren is a calm, family-friendly area with a mix of students, elderly and young families. One resident says: "Nice quiet neighbourhood with many families and people of different ages and lifestyles." Another adds: "It is pleasant living in Kostverloren. Quiet neighbourhood. Mix of students, elderly and young families." The neighbourhood has a high density of addresses (4033 per km²) and is very urban, yet residents appreciate the peace. Most homes are pre-war (53%), and the area has a strong sense of community. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Kostverloren.
For your morning bread, the SPAR is just around the corner, and Jumbo is a five-minute walk. The Erasmusschool (special secondary) and OJS De Petteflet (primary) are both a couple of streets away, making the school run easy. A large playground sits between the after-school childcare and the primary school, ideal for children. The city centre is a short bike ride away, and the municipality Groningen offers all urban amenities.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Lamberink, Lamberink Makelaars & Adviseurs, and Funda.
Details of this home
Hoendiep 59A, Groningen
Good · 5 residents
Nice neighbourhood with many families and people of different ages and lifestyles. There is a Spar, cafeteria, hairdresser, electronics shop, bicycle shop, primary school and an after-school childcare all within a maximum of 3 minutes' walk. Children can play in the large playground located between the after-school childcare and the primary school, and for the older children the city is just around the corner and you can get there quickly by bike.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is pleasant living in Kostverloren. Quiet neighbourhood. Mix of students, elderly and young families. Nice communal garden. Very occasionally nuisance in the neighbourhood, that can be counted on one hand per year.
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood, usually quite quiet. I also have nice neighbours and the house is of good quality. In short, little to complain about.
Auto-translated to English by AIPluses are the appearance and the cuteness of some houses. Minuses are the layout and how narrow everything is
Auto-translated to English by AICosy, diverse neighbourhood
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About Hoendiep 59A, Groningen
The asking price of €269,000 is below the neighbourhood average of €292,231 and the median of €275,000. Given the 77 m² floor area, the price per m² is about €3,494, which is lower than the neighbourhood average of €3,955. Homes in Kostverloren sell quickly, typically within 19 days, so this is a market-rate price.
The energy label is F, which is poor. This means the home is not well insulated and heating costs will be high. In the neighbourhood, 60% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is not unusual for a pre-war apartment. You should budget for significant energy bills.
The nearest train station is 1.6 km away, about a 20-minute walk or a short bike ride. This gives you direct connections to the rest of the Netherlands.
The SPAR supermarket is just 149 metres away, and Jumbo is 540 metres. For schools, OJS De Petteflet primary school is 268 metres, and the Erasmusschool (special secondary) is 250 metres. There are also several secondary schools within walking distance, like CSG Augustinus at 385 metres.
Kostverloren is a quiet, mixed neighbourhood with families, students and elderly. Residents praise the peace and the communal garden. There is a large playground near the school, and the city centre is easily reachable by bike. The area has a low crime rate (72 total crimes) and a strong community feel.
Homes in Kostverloren sell on average within 19 days, which is fast. This indicates a strong demand. With only 13 apartments currently for sale in the neighbourhood, competition can be high.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Kostverloren