A compact apartment in lively Oosterpoort
This apartment on Jacobstraat 10 sits in Oosterpoort, a neighbourhood in Groningen where residents give their surroundings a 7.41 out of 10. The area is known for its social, lively character, with students, young people, families and singles mixing easily. The asking price of €225,000 is 34% below the average asking price of €340,292 for homes in this neighbourhood, which the data shows is keen. For context, the average asking price per m² in Oosterpoort is €4,415, while this apartment is listed at €6,081 per m² based on the agent's floor area. If you are looking at apartments in Groningen, this one stands out for its price point.
The home itself
Built in 1915, this apartment is a single-floor home with two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, covering 37 m² according to the agent's listing. The BAG registration, however, records a living area of 50 m², so the two sources differ on this point. The property has a volume of 122 m³. The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs. The home is offered for sale at €225,000.
Life in Oosterpoort
Residents describe Oosterpoort as a cosy and social place. One resident says: "It is a social neighbourhood of students, young people, families and many single people. People greet each other easily." Another adds: "It's a cosy and, in my opinion, fairly safe neighbourhood. I've never felt uncomfortable, at least." Based on eight reviews, the average score is 7.41. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with 36% of residents between 25 and 45, and 32% between 15 and 25. Single-person households make up 73% of the total. The area has a residential feel, with many pubs and a community centre that hosts activities. For more on the area, see the Oosterpoort neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The PLUS supermarket is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away. For primary education, IKC Borgman Oosterpoort is just around the corner. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Radesingel, is a couple of streets away, and the Service Apotheek Oosterpoort pharmacy is even closer. Public transport is well covered: bus stops at Vechtstraat (lines 50 and 51) and Hereplein (lines 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 19, 61, 63, 65, 76, 165, 178) are within a five to ten-minute walk. Groningen train station is about a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Groningen offers all this and more, as you can see on the municipality of Groningen page.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this property is €109,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 106% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has decreased by 34%, from €165,000 in 2020 to €109,000 in 2025. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is low currently but medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Makelaardij van Santen de Hoog.
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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 Jacobstraat 10, Groningen
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €225,000 is 106% above the WOZ value of €109,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has dropped by 34%, from €165,000 in 2020 to €109,000 in 2025. This comparison is a fact, not a judgement on whether the price is fair.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is a single-floor apartment with two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 37 m² by the agent, but the BAG registration records 50 m². The property has a volume of 122 m³. The home was built in 1915 and has an energy label G, which is the least efficient label, so energy costs are likely to be higher.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label for this apartment is G, which is the least efficient label on the scale. This means you can expect higher energy costs compared to homes with better labels. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. The home was built in 1915, and the energy label is a separate fact from the construction year.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data from sources like the Klimaateffectatlas. This is not an inspection of this specific home, but an indication for the area. The building dates from 1915, which is before 1970, and in this postcode area, 94% of properties were built before 1970. Only 1% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 37 dB Lden, which is below the standard, and aircraft noise is 19 dB Lden, also below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data from the Atlas Leefomgeving, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is a PLUS at 154 metres, which is on your doorstep. An Albert Heijn is at 638 metres, about a ten-minute walk, and another PLUS is at 663 metres. A Jumbo is at 682 metres, and an Ekoplaza is at 791 metres. All are within walking distance, making daily grocery shopping convenient.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school is IKC Borgman Oosterpoort at 124 metres, just around the corner. There is also a special primary school, School voor Speciaal Basisonderwijs Dr Bekenkamp, at 228 metres. For secondary education, Parcival College is at 845 metres, and the H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum is at 1,041 metres. All are within a short walk or cycle.
How is the public transport in this area?
There are several bus stops nearby. The stop at Vechtstraat, served by lines 50 and 51, is at 382 metres. Hereplein, with many lines including 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 19, 61, 63, 65, 76, 165 and 178, is at 542 metres. Groningen train station is at 841 metres, about a ten-minute walk. This gives good options for getting around.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of Oosterpoort give their neighbourhood an average score of 7.41 out of 10, based on eight reviews. One resident says: "It is a social neighbourhood of students, young people, families and many single people. People greet each other easily." Another says: "It's a cosy and, in my opinion, fairly safe neighbourhood." The reviews highlight the social atmosphere and the mix of ages.
Why is the living area different between the BAG and the agent?
The BAG registration records a living area of 50 m², while the agent's listing states 37 m². Both figures are provided here for transparency. The asking price per m² is based on the agent's figure of 37 m², which comes to €6,081 per m².
