Kamerlingheplein 12
Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier, Groningen
AreaA penthouse with history in the Hortusbuurt
This penthouse apartment sits on the third floor of a building from 1868, right in the middle of Groningen's lively Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier. The setting is described as sheltered, in the centre and within a residential area. With a price of €500,000, the asking price is on the high side compared to the average of €554,524 for the 21 apartments currently for sale in the neighbourhood, though the median asking price there is €498,000. For context, apartments in Groningen sell for an average of €4,551 per square metre.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this penthouse offers 117 m² of living space across two floors, with two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The BAG registration records a smaller living area of 83 m². The home has a balcony, full ownership, and a service charge of €175 per month. The agent notes insulation in the roof, double glazing, wall and floor insulation, and heating via a central heating boiler. The energy label is C.
Life in the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier
Residents give this neighbourhood an average score of 7.88, based on six reviews. One resident says: "A vibrant neighbourhood with lots of nice people. Actually, everything is just fine. There are several eateries in the neighbourhood, supermarkets are close by, bus stops, you can park your bike easily, and with the city beach there is also a beautiful and well-known green area." Another adds: "Very pleasant living, central but not too busy. Really great! All amenities are within walking distance, including a small park. You're in the city centre in no time. Nothing to complain about really." A third notes: "The neighbourhood is cosy and quiet. The park is easily accessible and the people in the area are friendly, but there is often litter on the streets, which is a shame." The area is home to around 6,575 people, with a high share of young adults aged 15 to 25. The Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier neighbourhood is very strongly urban, with a high address density.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Ekoplaza is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn and PLUS a couple of streets away. The Nassauschool primary school is a five-minute walk, and the nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk D. Soeters, is just around the corner. The Service Apotheek Boterdiep pharmacy is a couple of streets away. Bus stops at Pijpstraat and Noorderplantsoen, both a five-minute walk, are served by lines 1, 2, 10, 11 and 171. Groningen Noord train station is a ten-minute walk, and the Universitair Medisch Centrum Groningen is a bit further out. The municipality of Groningen offers plenty within reach.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €387,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 29% above this value. The WOZ is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. As for address-level risk data, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, given the 1868 construction on clay soil. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Boekholt & partners makelaardij and Boekholt & partners makelaardij on Funda.
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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.
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About Kamerlingheplein 12, Groningen
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price is €500,000, while the WOZ value is €387,000 with a reference date of 1 January 2025. That puts the asking price 29% above the WOZ value. The WOZ is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value, so the difference reflects the gap between that official figure and what the seller is asking.
What is the layout of this penthouse?
According to the agent, this penthouse has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom spread over two floors, with a living area of 117 m². The BAG registration records a smaller living area of 83 m². The home is on the third floor and has a balcony. There is full ownership and a monthly service charge of €175.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so energy costs will be moderate compared to the most efficient homes, but lower than the least efficient ones. The agent notes the home has roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, which helps with keeping the home warm.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The building dates from 1868 and sits on clay soil, which can mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In this postcode area, 33% of properties were built before 1970, and 1% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. These are indications at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The Ekoplaza supermarket is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn and PLUS a couple of streets away. The Nassauschool primary school is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk D. Soeters, is just around the corner, and the Service Apotheek Boterdiep pharmacy is a couple of streets away. Bus stops at Pijpstraat and Noorderplantsoen are both a five-minute walk, served by lines 1, 2, 10, 11 and 171.
How do residents rate the neighbourhood?
Residents give the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier an average score of 7.88, based on six reviews. One resident says: "A vibrant neighbourhood with lots of nice people. Actually, everything is just fine." Another notes: "Very pleasant living, central but not too busy. Really great! All amenities are within walking distance, including a small park." A third mentions: "The neighbourhood is cosy and quiet. The park is easily accessible and the people in the area are friendly, but there is often litter on the streets."
How far is the nearest train station?
Groningen Noord train station is about 700 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. The nearest bus stops, at Pijpstraat and Noorderplantsoen, are both around 400 metres away, a five-minute walk, and are served by lines 1, 2, 10, 11 and 171.
What is the noise situation at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 52 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 34 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 18 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures come from area-level data and are indications rather than measurements at the home itself.
What is the flood risk for this area?
The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is elevated, meaning there is a chance of surface water accumulation during intense rainfall. The flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an assessment of this specific property.
How many apartments are for sale in the neighbourhood?
There are currently 21 apartments for sale in the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier. The average asking price is €554,524, with a median of €498,000. Prices range from €175,000 to €1,500,000. The average asking price per square metre is €4,551, and the average living area is 138 m².
