Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis spacious apartment on Spilsluizen sits in the lively Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier, right in the centre of Groningen. With 243 m² of living space, it is a rare find in this part of town. The asking price of €950,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average, but that reflects the exceptional size, the home is more than double the typical floor area in the area. For context, the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,010, and this home is priced accordingly. If you are looking at apartments in Groningen, this one stands out for its generous proportions.
The Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a very strong city feel (over 7,000 addresses per km²). It is a young area: most residents are between 15 and 45, and many live alone. One resident says: "A vibrant neighbourhood with lots of nice people. There are several eateries, 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." Another adds: "Very pleasant living, central but not too busy. All amenities are within walking distance, including a small park. You're in the city centre in no time." Based on six reviews, the neighbourhood scores an average of 7.88 out of 10. The neighbourhood Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier is clearly a popular place to live.
For your daily shopping, Ekoplaza is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including St. Michaëlschool and IKC Borgman Ebbinge, both a few minutes' walk. For secondary education, Praedinius Gymnasium is about a ten-minute walk. The city centre is on your doorstep, and the Noorderplantsoen park is just a couple of streets away for a stroll. The municipality Groningen offers all the amenities you would expect from a bustling city.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Reinders Makelaars en Adviseurs. The energy label is F, which means heating costs are something to be aware of, in this neighbourhood, most homes for sale have a better label.
Details of this home
Spilsluizen 17A, Groningen
Good · 6 residents
Actually, 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 AIReally great! All amenities are within walking distance, including a small park. You're in the city centre in no time. Nothing to complain about really
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is cosy and quiet. The park is easily accessible and the people in the area are friendly, but there is often litter on the streets, which is a shame.
Auto-translated to English by AIEverything is easily accessible. It's a cosy, green and pleasant neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIIn our neighbourhood, everyone knows each other a bit
Auto-translated to English by AIAccessibility by bike is great because it's very close to the city centre, but less so by car due to the crowds and many one-way streets. There are mainly buildings, so there isn't much greenery, but at the Nieuwe Kerkhof there's a nice little park with enough green; also, the neighbourhood borders the Noorderplantsoen, the largest park in the city. Hygiene leaves something to be desired; occasionally I see vomit from students or dog poop on the street. Safety also leaves something to be desired; there are quite a few junkies and homeless people on the street. As a man, I don't feel unsafe, but I can imagine women do. Also, bikes are often stolen, etc. The community is fine, not close-knit or anything, but diverse: many students, but also elderly people and couples. I occasionally have noise nuisance from students. Housing is very good in this neighbourhood: beautiful houses that represent the old centre well, combined with nice new-build apartment complexes. As for education, there's something for everyone within a 10-minute bike ride, from primary schools to the Zernike Campus. Finally, all the amenities I need are within walking or cycling distance.
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About Spilsluizen 17A, Groningen
The asking price is 74% above the neighbourhood average of €546,518, but the home is also 108% larger than the average (243 m² vs 117 m²). The price per m² works out to about €3,909, which is below the neighbourhood average of €5,010 per m². So while the total price is high, you are getting a lot of space for your money.
The energy label is F, which is poor. In the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier, most homes for sale have a better label: 30% have A+, 36.7% have A, and only 10% have D or lower. An F label means the home is not well insulated and heating costs will be high. You may want to factor in potential renovation costs.
Residents praise the central location and the proximity of shops, eateries, and parks. Supermarkets like Ekoplaza and Albert Heijn are within a few minutes' walk. There are also several schools nearby. The neighbourhood is very urban with a high density, and it is popular among students and young professionals.
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, about a ten-minute walk. Bus stops are also close by, as mentioned by residents. The city centre is easily reachable on foot or by bike.
With 243 m² of floor area, it is a very spacious apartment, but the exact layout is not provided.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The plot size is not given, so it is unclear if there is any private outdoor space.
The listing does not mention parking. In the city centre, parking can be challenging. Residents note that you can park your bike easily, but car parking may require a permit or a nearby garage.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier
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