A compact flat in a lively corner of Groningen
This two-bedroom apartment on Kochstraat sits in Corpus den Hoorn, a neighbourhood that feels both urban and village-like. At €229,000, the asking price was 23% below the neighbourhood average of €297,600, which made it a keen entry into the local market, especially given the energy label B. For context, the average price per m² in the area was €3,474, and this home's 62 m² was 28% smaller than the typical 86 m². If you're looking at apartments in Groningen, this one stood out for its price point. This home has not been online since 22 August 2026.
Corpus den Hoorn: diverse, vibrant and close to everything
Corpus den Hoorn is a neighbourhood with a mix of ages and backgrounds. Based on two reviews, residents give it a 7.63 out of 10. One resident calls it "a beautiful neighbourhood, with beautiful buildings. Everything you need is close by. Many different people live here, which makes it fun." Another describes it as "a fun, vibrant neighbourhood in Groningen-Zuid" with "many young people and lots of activity." The area has a high density of addresses (2,778 per km²) and is classified as very strongly urban. Many residents live alone (1,790 one-person households), and the average household size is just 1.5. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Corpus den Hoorn.
Daily life: bread, school and groceries on foot
Your morning routine is easy here. A Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn and Lidl are a five-minute walk away. For school runs, the Prof. W.J. Bladergroenschool (special education) is a couple of streets away, and Boerhaave School (primary) is within a five-minute walk. A park or garden is on your doorstep, and a restaurant is just as close. The municipality Groningen keeps the city well connected, with a train station 2.3 km away.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via Wichers Van der Schaaf makelaars & taxateurs.
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About Kochstraat 212, Groningen
Was €229,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price was 23% below the neighbourhood average of €297,600, which made it a keen entry point. However, the floor area of 62 m² is 28% smaller than the typical 86 m² in Corpus den Hoorn. The average price per m² in the area was €3,474, so this home's price per m² worked out to about €3,694, slightly above the average. Overall, it was priced to attract buyers looking for a smaller, more affordable flat.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Corpus den Hoorn is a diverse, vibrant neighbourhood with a mix of young people and families. Residents describe it as beautiful and convenient, with everything you need close by. It's very urban, with a high density of addresses and many one-person households. The area has a residential feel, with plenty of activity.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 2.3 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Jumbo is just around the corner at 578 metres, and Albert Heijn and Lidl are within a five-minute walk (834,885 metres). Aldi is a bit further at 1.2 km.
What schools are in the area?
Primary schools include Boerhaave School (580 m) and Basisschool De Triangel (690 m). For secondary education, De Bolster (practical education) is 712 m away. There's also a special education school, Prof. W.J. Bladergroenschool, at 502 m.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has energy label B, which is efficient. It meant lower energy costs compared to older homes with labels D or lower. In the neighbourhood, only 8.8% of homes have label B, while 38.2% have label C and 32.4% have D or lower.
How many homes were for sale in the neighbourhood?
There were at the time 40 homes for sale in Corpus den Hoorn, with prices ranging from €189,000 to €625,000. The median price was €271,250, so this apartment was below the median.
