A pre-war apartment near the station
This apartment on the IJsselstraat sits in the Rivierenbuurt, a pre-war neighbourhood in Groningen's Oud-Zuid district. The area has a distinctly urban feel, with a high density of homes and a young population. The last known asking price of €249,000 sat 28% below the average asking price of €347,718 for apartments in Groningen, which put it on the low side for the market. This home has not been online since 30 September 2026.
The home itself
The apartment was built in 1937 and has an energy label C. The living area was 72 m² according to the BAG registration, which worked out at €3,458 per m². The listing did not provide further details about the layout, bedrooms, or outdoor space.
The Rivierenbuurt
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.84 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident describes it as a top location: "It's close and just far enough from the centre that you're in a quiet, cosy neighbourhood, but you can easily find the bustling centre within 5 minutes." Another resident is less positive, mentioning "many drug users, many dogs pooping on the street, a lot of noise." A third review notes that "the neighbourhood isn't really green" but is "relatively accessible." The area is home to around 4,700 people, with a large share of single-person households. For more context, see the Rivierenbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The daily essentials are close by. A PLUS supermarket is on your doorstep, with an AH to go and an Aldi just around the corner. De Vrije School Groningen Onderbouw is a couple of streets away, as is the Parcival College for secondary education. The GP practice is a five-minute walk, and the pharmacy is a ten-minute walk. The main bus station at Groningen Hoofdstation is just around the corner, with numerous bus lines including 1, 5, 6, 7, 9, 11, 19, 35, 39, 133, 139, 309, 315, 319, 324, 400, 404, 406, 409, 410, 417, 418 and 471. The train station is also within walking distance. All of this is part of the municipality of Groningen.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. The address does have risk indications at area level. Road traffic noise is measured at 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway noise at 38 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 19 dB Lden are both below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970 and the area is a KCAF attention zone. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered only via Riant Makelaars Groningen.
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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 IJsselstraat 35B, Groningen
How did the asking price compare to other homes in the Rivierenbuurt?
The asking price of €249,000 was 28% below the average asking price of €347,718 in the neighbourhood. The median asking price in the area was €335,000, with prices ranging from €225,000 to €450,000. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood was €4,092, while this home was listed at €3,458 per m² based on the BAG living area of 72 m².
What was the energy label and what did it mean for costs?
The home has an energy label C. The home was built in 1937, which is typical for the neighbourhood where over half of the homes date from before 1945. The listing did not provide details about insulation or heating installations.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
No WOZ value is stated for this property. Without this figure, it was not possible to compare the asking price to the official municipal valuation.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address has a road traffic noise level of 53 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is measured at 38 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 19 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. The building was constructed in 1937, before 1970, and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 2% of buildings in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific property.
What are the flood and climate risks at this address?
The pluvial flooding risk is elevated, meaning there is a chance of water nuisance during heavy rainfall. The flood risk from surrounding waters is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public climate data.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
A PLUS supermarket is on your doorstep at 135 metres. An AH to go is 380 metres away, and an Aldi is 428 metres away. A Coop is at 697 metres and an Ekoplaza at 803 metres. In total, there are 50 supermarkets within 5 kilometres of this address.
What schools are close to this apartment?
De Vrije School Groningen Onderbouw, a primary school, is just 70 metres away. The Parcival College, a secondary school, is 211 metres away. Other nearby options include ODS De Starter primary school at 475 metres and the Gomarus College at 659 metres. There are 77 schools within 5 kilometres.
How is the public transport connection from this address?
The bus station at Groningen Hoofdstation is about 226 metres away, with numerous bus lines including 1, 5, 6, 7, 9, 11, 19, 35, 39, 133, 139, 309, 315, 319, 324, 400, 404, 406, 409, 410, 417, 418 and 471. The train station Groningen is 371 metres away, making it easy to reach other parts of the country.
What do residents say about living in the Rivierenbuurt?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.84 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident praises the location: "It's close and just far enough from the centre that you're in a quiet, cosy neighbourhood, but you can easily find the bustling centre within 5 minutes." Another mentions "many drug users, many dogs pooping on the street, a lot of noise." A third notes the area "isn't really green" but is "relatively accessible."
What is the demographic makeup of the Rivierenbuurt?
The neighbourhood has around 4,695 residents. It is a young area, with 31% of residents aged 15 to 25 and 36% aged 25 to 45. Single-person households make up 73% of all households, and the average household size is 1.3 people. Only 7% of households have children.
Why were there no property details in this listing?
The listing did not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, or any details about outdoor space, insulation, or heating installations. The only property facts available are the construction year of 1937, the energy label C, and the living area of 72 m² according to the BAG registration. The agent had not provided further specifications.
