Haren-Zuidwest, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Hooftlaan sits in a leafy part of Haren, where the streets are calm and the pace of life is relaxed. With 81 m² of living space and an energy label C, it is a practical home for someone who values peace and quiet. The asking price of €250,000 is 67% below the neighbourhood average of €754,605, which makes it a keen option compared to other apartments in Groningen.
Haren-Zuidwest is a residential area with a mix of families and older residents. The one resident who reviewed the neighbourhood gave it an 8.75, saying: "I really enjoy living here, too bad I still have single glazing!" and "I feel safe when I walk on the street!" The area has a high proportion of single-family homes (62%) and owner-occupied properties (65%). Average incomes are above the national level, and the streets are quiet. For more context, see the Haren-Zuidwest neighbourhood.
For daily groceries, Ekoplaza is just around the corner, Jumbo is a couple of streets away, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk. Primary schools include Brederoschool and Groningse Schoolvereniging, both within a short walk or cycle. The train station is a ten-minute walk away, and the centre of Haren is close by. The area falls under the municipality of Groningen, which manages local amenities and green spaces.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Dunning Makelaardij.
Details of this home
Hooftlaan 59, Haren (Gr)
Very good · 1 resident
I feel safe when I walk on the street!
Auto-translated to English by AIData from Haren-Zuidwest
Data from Haren-Zuidwest
21 within 5 km
29 within 5 km
About Hooftlaan 59, Haren (Gr)
The asking price of €250,000 is 67% below the neighbourhood average of €754,605, but the apartment is also 48% smaller than the average home in Haren-Zuidwest (81 m² vs 157 m²). Given the size and energy label C, the price is in line with what you would expect for a compact apartment in this area.
The energy label is C, which means the home has reasonable insulation and heating efficiency. You can expect moderate energy costs, though not as low as a modern A-rated home. The neighbourhood has 28.6% of homes with label C, so this is a typical rating for the area.
The neighbourhood feels safe, according to the resident review: 'I feel safe when I walk on the street!' The total number of reported crimes in the area is 78, which is low for a neighbourhood of this size. The streets are quiet and well-maintained.
Ekoplaza is 361 metres away, Jumbo is 442 metres, and Albert Heijn is 716 metres. All are within a short walk, so daily shopping is convenient. There are also Aldi and another Jumbo within a couple of kilometres.
The train station is 2.0 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle. This makes commuting to Groningen city centre or other destinations feasible without a car.
Primary schools include Brederoschool (2.4 km) and Groningse Schoolvereniging (2.9 km). For secondary education, Montessori Vaklyceum is 2.9 km away. There is also a special education school, Kentalis Dr. J. de Graafschool, at 2.2 km.
Yes, Haren-Zuidwest has a mix of households: 500 with children and 555 without. The area has many single-family homes and green spaces, with a park just 0.4 km away. The resident review mentions enjoying living there, which suggests a pleasant environment for families.
Homes in Haren-Zuidwest that sold recently took an average of 44 days to sell. This is a moderate pace, indicating a balanced market where buyers have time to consider their options.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Haren-Zuidwest