A quiet first-floor apartment in Coendersborg
This apartment on Thorbeckelaan sits on a quiet road in a residential part of Coendersborg, a neighbourhood in the Midden-Zuid district of Groningen. Built in 1967, the home offers 81 square metres of living space on a single floor, with three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The asking price is €280,000. For context, the average asking price for homes in this neighbourhood is €346,079, and the median asking price is €280,000. If you are weighing up options, it is worth comparing with other [apartments in Groningen]( /koopwoningen/groningen/appartementen/ ) to see how this one fits the wider market.
Inside the home
According to the agent, the apartment is on the first floor and has double glazing. Heating comes from block heating, and the home is in full ownership. The monthly homeowners association fee is €201.56. The property is described as being on a quiet road in a residential area. The living area is 81 square metres according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing, so there is no discrepancy to note. The home has a volume of 263 cubic metres.
Life in Coendersborg
Coendersborg is a residential area with a mix of housing, and the district around it has a strong reputation. Residents of the district give it an average score of 8.14 out of 10, based on nine reviews. One resident says: "Helpman top buurt" and adds, "Mooie huizen, goede voorzieningen, rustig, zo in de stad. toppp". Another describes it as a "Nice little neighbourhood" and simply says "Quiet". A third resident notes that it is "a fine neighbourhood, only in the evening when young people are around it's not safe, been shouted at and followed several times." The district has about 3,160 residents, with a notable share of one-person households at 53%. Homes here tend to sell quickly, with properties in this neighbourhood typically sold within 19 days. For more on the area, see [the Coendersborg neighbourhood]( /buurt/coendersborg-groningen/ ).
Amenities and getting around
For daily errands, Poiesz supermarket is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away. The Groningse Schoolvereniging primary school is a ten-minute walk, and the Joseph Haydn-School is also within walking distance. For secondary education, Zernike College for Atheneum, HAVO, MAVO and VBO is about a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Medisch Centrum Helperpark, a couple of streets away, and the Service Apotheek Helpman pharmacy is a ten-minute walk. Bus stop Groningen, Esserhaag is on your doorstep, served by line 8, and the nearest train station is Groningen Europapark, about a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Groningen offers a range of services and facilities, and you can read more about [the municipality of Groningen]( /gemeente/groningen/ ) for broader context.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the property is €280,000, as of the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is virtually equal to the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 54%, from €182,000 to €280,000. As for address-level risk indications, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The noise load from road traffic is 42 dB Lden, from rail traffic 33 dB Lden, and from air traffic 19 dB Lden, all below the relevant noise standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, with the note that the building dates from before 1970 and the soil type is sand. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is low currently, but medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Makelaardij Schierbeek and Makelaardij Schierbeek on Funda.
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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.
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About Thorbeckelaan 162, Groningen
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €280,000 is virtually equal to the WOZ value, which is also €280,000 as of 1 January 2025. This means the asking price aligns closely with the municipal valuation. The WOZ value has increased by 54% between 2020 and 2025, from €182,000 to €280,000, reflecting a significant rise over that period.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is a first-floor apartment with three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 81 square metres, and the volume is 263 cubic metres. The home has double glazing and is heated by block heating. The monthly homeowners association fee is €201.56.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The home has double glazing, which helps with insulation, but the label D indicates that overall energy performance is average. There is no information on other insulation measures beyond the double glazing.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The building was constructed before 1970, specifically in 1967, and the soil type is sand. This is an indication at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home. It is worth noting that 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970, according to the KCAF attention area.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The noise load from road traffic is 42 dB Lden, from rail traffic 33 dB Lden, and from air traffic 19 dB Lden, all as of the reference years 2022 and 2023. These levels are all below the relevant noise standards, so noise is not expected to be a major issue. These are area-level indications based on public data.
What is the flood risk for this property?
The current flood risk is low, and it is also expected to remain low by 2050. However, the risk of pluvial flooding, which occurs during heavy rain, is elevated. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific home.
What amenities are nearby?
The Poiesz supermarket is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away. The Groningse Schoolvereniging primary school is a ten-minute walk, and Zernike College for secondary education is also about a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Medisch Centrum Helperpark, and the pharmacy is Service Apotheek Helpman, both within walking distance.
How is the public transport connection?
The bus stop Groningen, Esserhaag is on your doorstep, served by line 8. There are additional stops on the same line within a short walk. The nearest train station is Groningen Europapark, about a ten-minute walk away, providing rail connections from the area.
What do residents say about the district?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 8.14 out of 10, based on nine reviews. One resident praises the area, saying "Helpman top buurt" and mentions good facilities and quiet surroundings. Another describes it as a "Nice little neighbourhood" and simply says "Quiet". A third notes that it is fine during the day but mentions safety concerns in the evening when young people are around.
How quickly do homes sell in this neighbourhood?
Homes in this neighbourhood are typically sold within 19 days on average, according to recent sales data. This suggests a relatively active market. The average selling price for homes in the area is €321,837, and the average asking price is €346,079, so this apartment at €280,000 is below the neighbourhood average.
