A calm spot in the middle of Groningen
This apartment on the Noorderbinnensingel sits in the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier, a neighbourhood where the city centre is never far away. The home was built in 1983 and has an energy label C. At €290,000, the asking price is 55% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €650,037, which puts it on the keen side compared with other homes in the area. For context, the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €4,686, while this apartment comes in at €4,603 per m². If you are looking at apartments in Groningen, this one stands out for its price position.
Inside the apartment
The apartment is on the first floor and covers 63 m² of living space, with three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The volume is 222 m³. There is a garden, described as a rear garden of 218 m², which is part of the homeowners' association, with a monthly contribution. The agent lists the same living area as the BAG registration, so there is no discrepancy between the two figures.
The Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier
Residents give the 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 resident 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 neighbourhood has 6,515 inhabitants, and a large share of them are young adults, with 42% between 15 and 25 years old. For more on the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier neighbourhood, you can read further.
Daily life and getting around
Groceries are close by: PLUS is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza and Albert Heijn are a couple of streets away. For primary education, the Nassauschool is a five-minute walk, and Ref Basisschool de Zaaier is a bit further. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk D. Soeters, and the Service Apotheek Boterdiep pharmacy is. For public transport, the bus stop Groningen, Noorderplantsoen is a five-minute walk, with lines 1, 2, 10, 11 and 171. The train station Groningen Noord is a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Groningen offers all this and more, as you can see on the page for the municipality of Groningen.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €266,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 9% above the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 56%, from €171,000 to €266,000. As for the address, the noise levels from road traffic, rail and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling, and 1% of properties in the area have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is medium, while the current flood risk is low, and the heat stress is low now but medium by 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Pandomo Makelaars.
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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 Noorderbinnensingel 88, Groningen
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price is €290,000, while the WOZ value is €266,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. That means the asking price is 9% above the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, so the comparison is just a factual reference point.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over one floor. The living area is 63 m², and the volume is 222 m³. It is located on the first floor. There is also a rear garden of 218 m², which is part of the homeowners' association, with a monthly contribution.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This label indicates a moderate level of energy efficiency, so you can expect average energy costs compared with more efficient labels. The label is a fact about the home, and the actual costs will depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. However, the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling, and 1% of properties in the area have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
The nearest supermarket is PLUS at 311 metres, followed by Ekoplaza at 446 metres and Albert Heijn at 462 metres. For primary education, the Nassauschool is at 356 metres, and Ref Basisschool de Zaaier is at 480 metres. All are within a short walk.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Groningen, Noorderplantsoen at 474 metres, with lines 1, 2, 10, 11 and 171. There is also a stop at Groningen, Pijpstraat at 519 metres with the same lines. The train station Groningen Noord is at 694 metres, so you have both bus and train options nearby.
What do residents say about living in the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.88, based on six reviews. One resident mentions the vibrant atmosphere and the nearby eateries, supermarkets and bus stops. Another appreciates that it is central but not too busy, with all amenities within walking distance. A third notes it is quiet and charming, though there is often litter on the streets.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 56%, from €171,000 to €266,000. The value rose steadily, with a peak of €269,000 in 2022, then a slight dip to €259,000 in 2023, before recovering to €266,000 by 2025.
