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Paddepoel-Noord, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Plutolaan sits in a lively, diverse part of Groningen. With 82 m² of living space and an energy label D, it's a solid home that could use some modernisation. The asking price of €250,000 is 25% below the neighbourhood average of €331,260, which makes it a keen option compared to other apartments in Groningen.
Paddepoel-Noord is a mixed urban area with a strong sense of community. One resident says: "Different 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." Another notes: "I think it's a nice neighbourhood, it's nice and quiet and everything is easy to reach." A third review is less positive: "it's nice being close to the shopping centre, but I don't feel very safe when I walk out of my house." The neighbourhood has a high density of addresses (4,027 per km²) and a large share of single-person households. For more context, see the neighbourhood Paddepoel-Noord.
Daily errands are easy: the SPAR is on your doorstep, and Albert Heijn is just around the corner. For school runs, De Pendinghe primary school is a five-minute walk away, and the Kamerlingh Onnes secondary school is about ten minutes on foot. The municipality Groningen offers plenty of green space, with a park or public garden just 300 metres away.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Slim. Makelaardij.
Details of this home
Plutolaan 413, Groningen
Good · 5 residents
Different 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 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 AIit's nice being close to the shopping centre, but I don't feel very safe when I walk out of my house.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is fine, amenities are close by and buses run regularly. Safety is a bit of an issue; I haven't experienced any trouble myself, but the things you read in the news are sometimes alarming... Maybe it could be solved with more police (especially in the evenings and at night) on the streets.
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood, but you see little cohesion among the residents. Shopping centre nearby and for those who study, the University is within cycling distance and Hanze can be reached by bike within 2 minutes. There is also a bus stop a 2-minute walk away.
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About Plutolaan 413, Groningen
The asking price of €250,000 is 25% below the average asking price in Paddepoel-Noord (€331,260) and well under the median of €350,000. However, the apartment is also 25% smaller than the neighbourhood average (82 m² vs 109 m²). Given the energy label D and the 1972 construction year, the price is in line with what you'd expect for a smaller, older home in this area.
The energy label is D. In Paddepoel-Noord, most homes for sale have a better label: only 18.5% are D or lower, while 44.4% are C and 25.9% are B. Label D means the home is not very energy-efficient, so heating costs will be higher than in a modern home. You may want to consider improvements like better insulation or a more efficient heating system.
Resident reviews are mixed. One resident says they don't feel very safe when walking out of their house, while others find it a nice and quiet neighbourhood. The total number of crimes recorded in the area is 254, but without a per-capita figure it's hard to compare. It's best to visit at different times to get a feel for the area.
The nearest train station is 1.7 km away, about a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride. The neighbourhood is well-connected by bus, with several lines serving the area. The high address density (4,027 per km²) indicates a very urban environment with frequent public transport.
Yes, several primary schools are within walking distance: De Pendinghe (634 m), Dr Bekenkamp special primary school (732 m), De Wegwijzer (753 m), and Katholieke Daltonschool Bisschop Bekkers (800 m). For secondary education, Kamerlingh Onnes (vmbo-tl, havo, vwo) is 827 m away.
The SPAR supermarket is just 34 metres away, ideal for daily groceries. Albert Heijn is 505 metres away, and there's an AH to go at 712 metres. In total, there are 44 supermarkets within 5 km, so you have plenty of choice.
The apartment was built in 1972, which is typical for this neighbourhood: 77.8% of homes in Paddepoel-Noord were built between 1970 and 1990. The building is likely a flat with concrete construction, common for that era. You may want to check the maintenance of the communal areas and the VvE.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Paddepoel-Noord
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