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Oosterpoort, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis 73 m² apartment on Mauritsstraat sits in one of Groningen's most sociable neighbourhoods. Built in 1877 and with an E energy label, it has character but will need some attention on heating costs. At €285,000, the price is in line with the market, recently sold flats in the area averaged €286,083. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Groningen is higher, so this is a fair entry point.
Residents describe Oosterpoort as "a social neighbourhood of students, young people, families and many single people" where "people greet each other easily." One review calls it "cosy and, in my opinion, fairly safe", never feeling uncomfortable even late at night. Another says it's "old-fashioned cosiness, good contact with the neighbours." With 8 reviews averaging 7.41, the neighbourhood clearly appeals. It's densely populated (4,492 addresses per km²) and mostly pre-war housing, giving it a classic city feel. The neighbourhood Oosterpoort is very urban, so expect plenty of bustle.
For groceries, the PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. Two primary schools are within a couple of streets away: IKC Borgman Oosterpoort and Dr Bekenkamp. For secondary education, Parcival College is a ten-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk too, handy for commutes. The municipality Groningen offers all city amenities within easy reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Pandomo.
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Mauritsstraat 30, Groningen
Good · 8 residents
It is a social neighbourhood of students, young people, families and many single people. People greet each other easily. With the many pubs it is lively, little going on. I experience it as a social neighbourhood where people are there for each other and easily strike up a conversation. I feel safe here in the neighbourhood and don't mind taking a walk in the evening. Many shops, GPs, pharmacy, supermarket, hairdressers and dining options. Also very nice that there are children living in the area and the community centre is always nice to stay with many activities.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a cosy and, in my opinion, fairly safe neighbourhood. I've never felt uncomfortable, at least. Not during the day or late at night. I don't experience much nuisance and am otherwise very happy with the place where I live.
Auto-translated to English by AIOld-fashioned cosiness, good contact with the neighbours
Auto-translated to English by AIHave been living here for 4 years!! Very nice.
Auto-translated to English by AIpleasant.
Auto-translated to English by AIOosterpoort is a nice neighbourhood, lately there have been some strange people hanging around, but nothing to worry about. It's relatively far from the city and we're a bit in our own village in Groningen. But then you're still in the centre in 5 minutes, mate.
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About Mauritsstraat 30, Groningen
Yes, it's in line with the market. Recently sold flats in Oosterpoort averaged €286,083, and the median asking price is €270,000. At 73 m², the price per m² is about €3,904, which is below the neighbourhood average of €4,470 per m². So it's priced realistically for the area.
Energy label E means the home is not very efficient. You can expect higher heating bills compared to a modern flat. In Oosterpoort, 31% of homes have a label D or lower, so it's not unusual for a pre-war building. The listing does not state the exact energy consumption, so budget accordingly.
Residents feel safe. One review says "I've never felt uncomfortable, not during the day or late at night." Another mentions feeling safe enough to take an evening walk. The neighbourhood had 259 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for a dense urban area.
It's a mix of students, young professionals, families and singles. Over half of households are single-person (2,755 out of 3,780), and the average household size is just 1.4. The largest age group is 25-45 (1,800 residents), followed by 15-25 (1,665). It's a lively, diverse area.
Groningen train station is 1 km away, about a ten-minute walk. That makes it easy to reach other cities.
Yes, a park or public garden is 0.5 km away, a five-minute walk. The neighbourhood is urban but has some green spots for relaxation.
Two primary schools are within walking distance: IKC Borgman Oosterpoort at 205 m and Dr Bekenkamp at 268 m. For secondary education, Parcival College is 739 m away, and H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum is 1 km. Good options for families.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Oosterpoort
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