Bloemenbuurt, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis 1928 apartment on Hortensialaan sits in a lively part of Groningen where the streets are lined with pre-war architecture. At 52 m² it's compact but well laid out, with an energy label D, not the most efficient, but typical for a home of this age. The asking price of €250,000 is right in line with the neighbourhood median, so it's fairly priced for what you get. For context, apartments in Groningen sell at an average of €4,185 per m², which this home matches closely.
The Bloemenbuurt is a mixed, friendly area where social housing and owner-occupied homes sit side by side. One resident describes it as 'cosy' and appreciates the diversity: 'Social housing and owner-occupied homes are mixed together, which creates a diverse, pleasant neighbourhood.' Another notes that neighbours are helpful and look out for each other, though they find it hard to move to a family home with a garden. Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores 7.94 out of 10. Most homes here were built before 1945, and the area has a high proportion of single-person households. The Bloemenbuurt neighbourhood is one of the more affordable parts of Groningen.
For daily groceries, Jumbo is just around the corner, and there's an AH to go a ten-minute walk away. Lidl and Albert Heijn are also within easy reach. Families with young children have IKC Borgman Oosterpark primary school a couple of streets away, and the H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum secondary school is a ten-minute walk. There's also a park or public garden on your doorstep, perfect for a quick stroll. The municipality of Groningen offers a wide range of amenities, from restaurants to a library, all within walking distance.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Dijkstra Makelaardij en Financieel Advies and Dijkstra Makelaardij.
Details of this home
Hortensialaan 42, Groningen
Good · 2 residents
Everyone is helpful to each other. We are there for each other and if someone needs something, there are more than enough people willing to help. On the other hand, for families it is so difficult to get a family home with a small garden and own front door. There are far too few terraced houses that consist of just an average single-family home with 2 floors. That makes expanding the family terribly difficult. In terms of education, unfortunately I don't hear many good things within my circle of acquaintances. More attention should be paid to the interaction between teacher and student. And communication with parents could definitely be better. My daughter attends a playgroup and so far I only have good things to say about that, fortunately. Furthermore, one-on-one attention could help students. Moreover, I think that students in secondary schools should learn about the Second World War. It is an important part of our history.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere are beautiful houses and it's cosy here. Social housing and owner-occupied homes are mixed together, which creates a diverse, pleasant neighbourhood.
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About Hortensialaan 42, Groningen
Yes, it's in line with the market. The median price in the Bloemenbuurt is also €250,000, and the average price per m² is €4,185. This home's price per m² works out to about €4,808, which is slightly above average but reasonable given its location and condition.
Homes in the Bloemenbuurt sell quickly, on average within 16 days. That's a fast market, so if you're interested, you'll want to move promptly. In the past year, 62 homes were sold in the area.
Energy label D is average for a pre-war home. It means the property has some insulation but isn't as efficient as modern builds. You can expect moderate heating costs, but it's not the worst, many homes in the neighbourhood have labels C or D.
Residents describe it as a cosy, diverse neighbourhood where people help each other. It's a mix of social housing and owner-occupied homes, with a strong sense of community. The area is urban, with an address density of 3,623 per km², so it's lively and well-connected.
The train station is 2.6 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short bike ride. Groningen's main station offers connections to the rest of the country.
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. IKC Borgman Oosterpark primary school is 450 m away, and the H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum secondary school is 910 m away. Both are well-regarded.
Jumbo is just 271 m away, a couple of streets. AH to go is 622 m, and Lidl is 935 m. For a larger Albert Heijn, it's about 1 km. You'll have no trouble doing daily shopping on foot.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Bloemenbuurt
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