Paddepoel-Zuid, Groningen
This penthouse on the 13th floor of a 2009 building sits on a quiet road in Paddepoel-Zuid, a lively neighbourhood in the northwest of Groningen. With a price of €745,000, it is sharply above the average asking price of €372,000 for homes in this neighbourhood, and it is also well above the average for apartments in Groningen. The home offers a free view and a roof terrace, making it a rare find in this part of the city.
This apartment spans one floor and includes four rooms, three bedrooms, and one bathroom. The living area is 157 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 158 m². The home has HR glazing and wall insulation, and it is heated with a central heating boiler and a heat recovery system. You have full ownership, and the monthly homeowners' association fee is €281.89. A roof terrace is present, and the property is described as a penthouse with a free view.
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.04, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Living in Paddepoel feels to me like living in a small town within the city. Everything I need is close by: the shopping centre around the corner, the bus to the city centre at my doorstep, and the Zernike campus within walking distance." Another adds: "The shop is a 2-minute walk away and open until 10 PM, plus there are many other nice shops in the shopping centre." The neighbourhood has about 5,335 inhabitants, and it is a mix of students, families, and elderly people. It is a very urban area, with a high address density. For more details, see the Paddepoel-Zuid neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: the Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, and the PLUS, SPAR, Lidl, and Albert Heijn are all within a ten-minute walk. The Nassauschool primary school is a couple of streets away, and the nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk De Capella, with Apotheek de Vuursteen nearby. Bus stops on the Nassauplein and Stadhouderslaan, served by lines 9 and 19, are just around the corner, and Groningen Noord train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Groningen offers all this and more, as you can see on the page about the municipality of Groningen.
This listing does not state the energy label, so that information is missing. According to area-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, but the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, and the current flood risk is medium, as is the risk in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Makelaardij Van Santen de Hoog and Makelaardij Van Santen de Hoog on Funda.
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Details of this home
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.
About Perseusstraat 122, Groningen
The asking price of €745,000 is 100% above the average asking price of €372,000 for homes in Paddepoel-Zuid. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €3,631, while this home is listed at €4,745 per m². The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €340,000, and the highest asking price is €525,000, so this penthouse is clearly at the top of the market.
According to the agent, this penthouse has four rooms, three bedrooms, and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 157 m² as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration states 158 m². The home also has a roof terrace and is located on the 13th floor, offering a free view. The volume is 518 m³.
The WOZ value is determined by the municipality and is not always included in the agent's description. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the municipal valuation.
According to area-level risk data, the road traffic noise is 55 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Railway noise is also 55 dB Lden, but that is not above the standard. Aircraft noise is 18 dB Lden, also below the standard. These are indications for the area, not measurements at the property itself.
The nearest supermarket is Jumbo, about 434 metres away, which is just around the corner. Within a ten-minute walk you can also reach PLUS (743 m), SPAR (754 m), Lidl (897 m), and Albert Heijn (958 m). This gives plenty of choice for daily groceries.
Residents rate the neighbourhood with an average score of 7.04 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One resident describes it as a small town within the city, with everything close by. The area has about 5,335 inhabitants and is very urban, with a mix of students, families, and elderly people. It is a lively but practical place to live.
According to area-level climate data, the risk of pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is elevated. The current flood risk from rivers or the sea is medium, and this is expected to remain medium in 2050. These are indications for the area, not a guarantee for this specific property.
The nearest bus stops are Groningen, Nassauplein (350 m), Groningen, Stadhouderslaan (407 m), and Groningen, Regentessestraat (448 m), all served by bus lines 9 and 19. The nearest train station is Groningen Noord, about 1.3 km away, which is a ten-minute walk.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Living in Paddepoel feels to me like living in a small town within the city. Everything I need is close by: the shopping centre around the corner, the bus to the city centre at my doorstep, and the Zernike campus within walking distance. The neighbourhood is a mix of quiet and lively; during the day you hear children playing, and in the evenings it's often pleasantly busy around the shops. All sorts of people live here, from students to families and the elderly, which makes the area a bit chaotic but also very human. Sometimes it's a bit messy or you hear traffic, but that's part of the city. Overall, Paddepoel feels like a practical, familiar place where there's always something to do.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe shop is a 2-minute walk away and open until 10 PM, plus there are many other nice shops in the shopping centre. The municipality regularly comes by to clean and tidy up, and I have lovely neighbours.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuite a lot happens in the Paddepoel neighbourhood. Fortunately, I am less affected by it myself and I live in a nice location.
Auto-translated to English by AII haven't lived there very long yet, but from what I've seen so far it's always clean, the people are sociable and the accessibility to the shops is very good.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in this area for 28 years, moved once, the neighbourhood is unfortunately going downhill more and more, anyone is allowed to live here. The maintenance of the greenery could also be better, otherwise the plus points are that there are many amenities and everything is easily accessible, such as the city centre, shopping centre and the park.
Auto-translated to English by AIA lot of misery and crime
Auto-translated to English by AIPros: Great place to live as a student, 5 minutes from the centre. Actually, you can reach everything within 10 minutes by bike. Cons: Average age seems quite high here. Lots of elderly people and few starters. And in the evenings, there seems to be relatively more crime here compared to other neighbourhoods in Groningen.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €372,000 | €340,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,631 | – |
| Rent price | €1,001 p/m | €933 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €18 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
There is a shopping centre opposite here so I always have something to see and never get bored
Auto-translated to English by AINeutral. No cohesion.
Auto-translated to English by AIDifferent kinds of people live in my neighbourhood with diverse backgrounds and from various cultures. Also a good mix in terms of ages. There are plenty of activities and facilities. And the neighbourhood is easily accessible. However, busy traffic is sometimes a downside. There is enough green space in my neighbourhood and the maintenance is reasonably good.
Auto-translated to English by AILiving in Paddepoel feels to me like living in a small town within the city. Everything I need is close by: the shopping centre around the corner, the bus to the city centre at my doorstep, and the Zernike campus within walking distance. The neighbourhood is a mix of quiet and lively; during the day you hear children playing, and in the evenings it's often pleasantly busy around the shops. All sorts of people live here, from students to families and the elderly, which makes the area a bit chaotic but also very human. Sometimes it's a bit messy or you hear traffic, but that's part of the city. Overall, Paddepoel feels like a practical, familiar place where there's always something to do.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe shop is a 2-minute walk away and open until 10 PM, plus there are many other nice shops in the shopping centre. The municipality regularly comes by to clean and tidy up, and I have lovely neighbours.
Auto-translated to English by AII think it's a nice neighbourhood, it's nice and quiet and everything is easy to reach. Shops are conveniently close and there are plenty of public transport options. Schools in the area are also easy to reach and not too far.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuite a lot happens in the Paddepoel neighbourhood. Fortunately, I am less affected by it myself and I live in a nice location.
Auto-translated to English by AIBeautiful neighbourhood close to the city
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €334,870 | €345,981 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,254 | – |
| Rent price | €1,210 p/m | €1,192 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €18 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Ik woon hier nu, met ups en downs qua lawaai/herrie, nu 12,5 jaar. Altijd gekozen om hier toch te blijven, gezien de fijne buren en nette straat, met de mooie Hamburgervijver om de hoek waar ik graag eens zit te relaxen. Alle voorzieningen vlakbij en bushalte aan de kade, ideaal als je vaak en graag reist :). Ik voel me hier onderhand erg veilig, in al die tijd alleen eens een brand geweest maar verder kun je hier rustig je leventje leven, veelal hoog opgeleide buren, wat prettig is in het contact. Ik ben blij dat ik hier nog steeds woon.
Auto-translated to English by AIMooie huizen, goede voorzieningen, rustig, zo in de stad. toppp
Auto-translated to English by AIPeople are friendly, I enjoy living here.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere is always something to do. There are supermarkets and plenty of other shops, cafeterias, fresh bread from the bakery. Market once a week, a nice park with ponds for fishing.
Auto-translated to English by AIFine, it's safe to cycle home in the evening but it's not super either. And there is a huge piece of nature
Auto-translated to English by AIActually, 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.
Auto-translated to English by AIEverything in the neighbourhood: shops, sports facilities, schools, community centres. So something for everyone.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere is a shopping centre opposite here so I always have something to see and never get bored
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €463,067 | €380,411 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,190 | – |
| Rent price | €1,401 p/m | €1,345 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €19 p/m | – |
Perseusstraat 122, Groningen
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