Binnenstad-Noord, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis 17th-century apartment on the Oude Kijk in 't Jatstraat sits right on the canal, with the city's buzz just steps away. At 60 m² it's compact, but the location is hard to beat. The asking price of €279,500 is 40% below the neighbourhood average of €469,618, which makes it a keen entry point into the Binnenstad-Noord market. For context, apartments in Groningen vary widely in price and size.
Binnenstad-Noord is a dense, lively neighbourhood dominated by students and young professionals, over half the residents are between 15 and 25. One resident says: "The location is perfect, also nice house on the canal but expensive. Nice that I can walk everywhere." Another notes: "It's nice that the city centre is within walking distance and there are many supermarkets and cafes in the area." The neighbourhood Binnenstad-Noord has a very high density of addresses (7,001 per km²), so expect a vibrant, urban atmosphere.
For groceries, you have an Albert Heijn just around the corner and an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. The St. Michaëlschool is a five-minute walk for primary education, while the Praedinius Gymnasium is within a ten-minute walk for secondary school. The train station is 1.3 km away, so a 15-minute walk or quick cycle. The municipality Groningen offers all the cultural and leisure amenities you'd expect from a student city.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Makelaar Idee B.V. Groningen | Winschoten | Assen and Huispedia. The energy label is F, which means heating costs will be higher than in a modern home, something to factor into your budget.
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Oude Kijk in 't Jatstraat 52C, Groningen
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Auto-translated to English by AIThe location is perfect, also nice house on the canal but expensive. Nice that I can walk everywhere.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's nice that the city centre is within walking distance and there are many supermarkets and cafes in the area.
Auto-translated to English by AIA really nice neighbourhood to live in! It's quiet but central.
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About Oude Kijk in 't Jatstraat 52C, Groningen
The asking price is 40% below the average asking price in Binnenstad-Noord (€469,618), but the apartment is also smaller than average (60 m² vs 121 m²). Given the historic character and prime canal location, the price is keen for the area, though the energy label F means higher running costs.
Binnenstad-Noord is a very urban, student-heavy area with a high density of shops, cafes, and cultural spots. Residents appreciate being able to walk everywhere. The neighbourhood has a lively, sometimes noisy atmosphere, with many one-person households and a young population.
Groningen train station is 1.3 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk or a 5-minute cycle. The city centre is even closer, with restaurants and bars just 100 metres from the apartment.
The energy label is F, which is poor. In the neighbourhood, only 27.3% of homes have a label D or lower, so this apartment is less efficient than most. Expect higher heating bills and consider whether you want to invest in improvements.
Yes, there are several within walking distance. The nearest Albert Heijn is 385 m away, and there is also an Ekoplaza (462 m) and a Coop (560 m). Daily shopping is very convenient.
Primary schools include St. Michaëlschool (260 m) and IKC Borgman Ebbinge (593 m). For secondary education, Praedinius Gymnasium (734 m) and H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum (792 m) are within a ten-minute walk.
There are currently 17 homes for sale in Binnenstad-Noord, with an average price of €469,618 and an average size of 121 m². This apartment is smaller and cheaper than most, making it a relatively affordable option in a sought-after area.
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