Binnenstad-Zuid, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Oosterstraat 28A sits in the oldest part of Groningen, where the streets hum with students, shoppers and nightlife. Built in 1550, the home has genuine character, exposed beams, high ceilings, the kind of quirks you only get with age. At 113 m² it's spacious for a city-centre flat, and the price of €450,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood median of €325,000, partly because of its size and history. For context, apartments in Groningen average €4,899 per m², so this one works out at about €3,982 per m², below that average.
Binnenstad-Zuid is the beating core of Groningen: very densely built (6,698 addresses per km²) and extremely urban. Over half the residents are between 15 and 25, and most households are single-person. One resident calls it a "nice lively neighbourhood" and notes that "there's the occasional stabbing here and there, but otherwise has everything you need. Lots of nice people and shops." Another says it's "cosy" and "almost everything within walking distance", though they regret "little to no greenery in the street/neighbourhood." Based on four reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.63 out of 10. The neighbourhood Binnenstad-Zuid has a young, transient feel, not a place for peace and quiet, but full of energy.
For your morning bread, Jumbo is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. There's also an Ekoplaza for organic bits. Schools are close too: the H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum (secondary) is a five-minute walk, and St. Michaëlschool (primary) is about the same distance. The municipality Groningen has a train station 0.9 km away, so you can hop on a train to the rest of the country. Restaurants are on your doorstep, and a park or garden is just a couple of streets away.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Makelaardij van Santen de Hoog and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels. The energy label is F, which is less efficient than most of the neighbourhood's for-sale stock, something to factor in.
Details of this home
Oosterstraat 28A, Groningen
Good · 4 residents
People are friendly, I enjoy living here.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere's the occasional stabbing here and there, but otherwise has everything you need. Lots of nice people and shops. Enjoy living here. Can be noisy at night though.
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood and almost everything within walking distance. The only pity is that there is little to no greenery in the street/neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIA nice location in terms of all amenities. The station is nearby and within a few minutes' walk you are also at one of the markets or the Herestraat (centre). However, this is also where the red light district (my neighbourhood) is located, where there is a bit more crime. This is managed with preventive measures and police that are quick on their feet. Other than that, there are also beautiful old houses in this neighbourhood and I have a pleasant street in terms of neighbours.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe Praediniussingel in Groningen is a beautiful and quiet street with lots of greenery and beautiful architecture. It is a perfect place, you have all the necessary amenities thanks to the nearby Westerhaven. Even though it is close to the city, you don't experience the hustle and bustle of the city. The area is safe and clean, and there are several nice parks and shops in the neighbourhood.
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Data from Binnenstad-Zuid
49 within 5 km
80 within 5 km
About Oosterstraat 28A, Groningen
The asking price of €450,000 is above the neighbourhood median of €325,000, but this is a large apartment (113 m²) in a historic building. The average price per m² in Binnenstad-Zuid is €4,899, while this home works out at about €3,982 per m², below that average. So while the total is high, the per-square-metre cost is reasonable for the area.
Energy label F means the home is not very energy-efficient. You can expect higher heating and electricity bills compared to a modern home. In the neighbourhood, only 22.2% of homes have label D or lower, so this is one of the less efficient options. It's worth budgeting for energy costs and considering potential improvements.
Residents mention that the neighbourhood can be noisy at night, especially given the many students and bars. One review says it's a "nice lively neighbourhood" but notes the occasional disturbance. If you're sensitive to noise, you might want to consider the street's specific location, Oosterstraat is a central shopping street, so expect foot traffic and some bustle.
Binnenstad-Zuid is not particularly family-oriented: only 125 households have children out of nearly 6,000, and most residents are students or young singles. There are primary schools within walking distance (St. Michaëlschool at 419 m), but the area is very urban with little greenery. Families might prefer a quieter, greener part of Groningen.
Groningen's main train station is 0.9 km from Oosterstraat 28A, about a ten-minute walk. That gives you direct connections to cities like Leeuwarden, Assen and Zwolle, and intercity services to the rest of the Netherlands.
Yes, several. Jumbo is 188 m away (just around the corner), Albert Heijn is 279 m, and there's an Ekoplaza at 331 m. For daily groceries you're well covered within a five-minute walk.
The neighbourhood recorded 2,391 total crimes in the latest data, which is high for a small area. However, this is a very dense, central urban zone with many people passing through. Residents mention occasional incidents but generally feel safe. One review says "there's the occasional stabbing here and there, but otherwise has everything you need."
6 homes in the neighbourhood Binnenstad-Zuid
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