Hoornse Meer, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on M.K. Gandhiplein sits in a quiet corner of Hoornse Meer, a green neighbourhood in the south of Groningen. At 91 m², it's a manageable size with a practical layout. The asking price of €400,000 is 23% below the neighbourhood average of €517,955, which makes it a keen option compared to other apartments in Groningen.
Hoornse Meer is a residential area built mostly between 1970 and 2010, with a mix of flats and family homes. Around 40% of homes are owner-occupied, and the population is diverse: a third are over 65, while a quarter are between 25 and 45. The neighbourhood has a strong urban feel with an address density of nearly 2,000 per km². For more context, see the Hoornse Meer neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Lidl and Jumbo are a ten-minute walk away. For primary education, Boerhaave School is a five-minute walk, and the Brederoschool is a bit further. Secondary schools like Montessori Vaklyceum are within walking distance too. The area is well served by green spaces, with a park or public garden just a couple of streets away. For broader context, the municipality of Groningen offers a range of amenities.
At the time of writing, the home is listed exclusively via Schouten + van der Griezen.
Details of this home
M.K. Gandhiplein 46, Groningen
Data from Hoornse Meer
Data from Hoornse Meer
40 within 5 km
53 within 5 km
About M.K. Gandhiplein 46, Groningen
The asking price of €400,000 is 23% below the neighbourhood average of €517,955. However, this apartment is also 28% smaller than the average home in Hoornse Meer (91 m² vs 127 m²). Homes in the area sell quickly, typically within 21 days, which suggests demand is strong. So the price looks competitive for its size.
The nearest train station is 3.4 km away, which is about a 10-minute bike ride or a short bus trip.
The home has energy label C. That means it's reasonably efficient but not top-tier. You can expect moderate energy bills, though exact costs depend on usage. In the neighbourhood, 57% of homes have label C and 43% have label A, so this is in line with the local stock.
The nearest primary school is Boerhaave School, about 500 m away. Other options include Brederoschool (1 km) and several secondary schools like Montessori Vaklyceum (1.2 km). The area has over 50 schools within 5 km, so there's plenty of choice.
The neighbourhood recorded 114 total crimes in the latest data. That's a moderate figure for an urban area. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages and a relatively high proportion of single-person households, which is typical for city districts.
Hoornse Meer has 460 households with children out of a total of 2,500 homes. The average household size is 1.7, so it's not predominantly family-oriented. There are more single-person households (1,370) and couples without children (630). The area is quiet and green, with parks nearby.
The listing does not state how long it has been available. However, homes in Hoornse Meer sell on average within 21 days, so if it's been listed for a while, it might be worth noting.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Hoornse Meer
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