Binnenstad-Noord, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis apartment sits in a monumental building on the Hoge der A, one of Groningen's most picturesque canals. Built in 1550, it's a home with serious character, and an energy label G, which means heating costs will be high. At €495,000, the price is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average, but that reflects the unique location and historic appeal. For context, apartments in Groningen vary widely in price and condition.
Binnenstad-Noord is the beating heart of the city centre, with a very high density of addresses (7,001 per km²). It's a young neighbourhood: half the residents are between 15 and 25, and most households are single-person. One resident says: "The location is perfect, also nice house on the canal but expensive. Nice that I can walk everywhere." Another notes: "It's nice that the city centre is within walking distance and there are many supermarkets and cafes in the area." The neighbourhood Binnenstad-Noord has a mix of historic buildings and modern amenities.
For your morning bread, the Coop is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including the St. Michaëlschool and the Nassauschool. The municipality Groningen offers everything you need, from restaurants (a couple of minutes' walk) to the train station, which is a ten-minute walk away.
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Hoge der A 37A, Groningen
Good · 4 residents
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Auto-translated to English by AIThe location is perfect, also nice house on the canal but expensive. Nice that I can walk everywhere.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's nice that the city centre is within walking distance and there are many supermarkets and cafes in the area.
Auto-translated to English by AIA really nice neighbourhood to live in! It's quiet but central.
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About Hoge der A 37A, Groningen
The asking price is €495,000, which is above the neighbourhood average of €469,618 and the median of €389,000. However, sold properties in the area went for an average of €490,681, so the price is in line with recent sales. The historic character and canal location justify a premium, but the energy label G means higher running costs.
Energy label G is the lowest rating, indicating poor insulation and high energy consumption. In a 1550 building, you can expect significant heating costs. The neighbourhood has a mix of labels: about 27% of homes are label C, and another 27% are D or lower. This home's label is at the bottom end, so budget for higher utility bills.
Binnenstad-Noord is a very urban, central area with a young population, half are students aged 15-25. It's dense and lively, with many singles. Residents appreciate the walkability and the canal setting. One review says: "Nice that I can walk everywhere." Another mentions "many supermarkets and cafes in the area."
Groningen's main train station is 1.3 km away, about a 15-minute walk. That makes it easy to reach other cities without a car.
Yes, several. The closest is Coop at 349 m, followed by Albert Heijn at 379 m and another Albert Heijn at 452 m. Daily shopping is very convenient on foot.
There are primary schools within walking distance: St. Michaëlschool (482 m), Nassauschool (528 m), and IKC Borgman Ebbinge (825 m). For secondary education, Praedinius Gymnasium is 961 m away.
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