Binnenstad-Zuid, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis 60 m² apartment on Oosterstraat in Groningen's Binnenstad-Zuid is a compact city home with an excellent energy label A. At €325,000, the asking price is 38% below the neighbourhood average of €520,019, which is partly explained by the smaller floor area, 45% less than the typical 110 m² in the area. For context, the median price in the neighbourhood is exactly €325,000, so this home is priced in line with the local median. If you're looking at apartments in Groningen, this one stands out for its efficiency.
Binnenstad-Zuid is the beating heart of Groningen's city centre, with an extremely high density of 6,698 addresses per km². The population is young, over half are between 15 and 25, and most households are single-person (4,725 out of 5,715). Residents give the neighbourhood a 7.63 out of 10. One resident says: "People are friendly, I enjoy living here." Another notes: "There'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." A third adds: "Nice neighbourhood and almost everything within walking distance. The only pity is that there is little to no greenery in the street/neighbourhood." Based on four reviews, it's a lively, convenient area with a trade-off between bustle and green space. This is the neighbourhood Binnenstad-Zuid in a nutshell.
For groceries, Jumbo is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. There's also an Ekoplaza within a five-minute walk. For school runs, the H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum (secondary) is a five-minute walk away, and the St. Michaëlschool (primary) is about the same distance. A train station is a ten-minute walk away, and a GP surgery is just around the corner. The municipality Groningen offers all the amenities of a compact city centre.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including iQ Makelaars Groningen, Vastgoed Nederland, and Funda.
Details of this home
Oosterstraat 46B, 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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About Oosterstraat 46B, Groningen
The asking price of €325,000 is exactly the median price for homes currently for sale in Binnenstad-Zuid. Compared to the average asking price of €520,019, it is 38% lower, but that average is skewed by larger homes. Given the 60 m² floor area, the price per m² works out to about €5,417, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €4,899 per m². So it's priced in line with the local median but a bit above average per square metre.
This apartment has energy label A, which is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, 22.2% of homes have label A, and only 3.7% have A+. With label A, you can expect relatively low energy costs compared to older homes. The building was constructed in 1953, so the label suggests it has been well insulated or modernised.
Residents mention that the area can be noisy at night, which is typical for a lively city centre. The total number of reported crimes in the neighbourhood is 2,391, but this figure covers all types of incidents in a densely populated area. One resident noted occasional stabbings, but overall described it as having 'lots of nice people and shops.' It's a busy, student-heavy area with a vibrant atmosphere.
The nearest train station is 0.9 km away, about a ten-minute walk.
The nearest park or public garden is 0.3 km away, just around the corner. However, residents note that there is little to no greenery in the street or neighbourhood itself. So while a park is close, the immediate surroundings are quite built-up.
Currently, there are 27 homes for sale in Binnenstad-Zuid, with prices ranging from €135,000 to €2,625,000. The average floor area is 110 m², so this 60 m² apartment is smaller than most. In the past period, 83 homes were sold, with an average selling price of €496,066 and an average time on market of 70 days.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Binnenstad-Zuid