Binnenstad-Zuid, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis 46 m² apartment on Torenstraat sits right in the lively Binnenstad-Zuid neighbourhood. Built in 1945 and with energy label D, it's a typical pre-war city flat. At €225,000, the asking price is 57% below the neighbourhood average of €520,019, partly because the floor area is 58% smaller than the local norm. For context, apartments in Groningen vary widely in size and price.
Binnenstad-Zuid is the beating heart of the city centre, with 6,975 residents packed into a very dense area (6,698 addresses per km²). Most households are single-person (4,725), and the average household size is just 1.2. Residents give the neighbourhood a 7.63 out of 10. One says: "People are friendly, I enjoy living here." Another notes: "There's the occasional stabbing here and there, but otherwise has everything you need. Lots of nice people and shops. Enjoy living here. Can be noisy at night though." A third adds: "Nice neighbourhood and almost everything within walking distance. The only pity is that there is little to no greenery in the street/neighbourhood." Based on four reviews, it's a sociable, convenient area with a trade-off in peace and green space. The neighbourhood Binnenstad-Zuid is one of the most urban in Groningen.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, St. Michaëlschool, is a five-minute walk, and secondary schools like H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum are about a ten-minute walk away. A park or public garden is on your doorstep, and the train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Groningen offers all city amenities within easy reach.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through two channels: Makelaardij van Santen de Hoog and Funda. The price and details are current as of publication.
Details of this home
Torenstraat 11A, Groningen
Good · 4 residents
People are friendly, I enjoy living here.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere's the occasional stabbing here and there, but otherwise has everything you need. Lots of nice people and shops. Enjoy living here. Can be noisy at night though.
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood and almost everything within walking distance. The only pity is that there is little to no greenery in the street/neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIA nice location in terms of all amenities. The station is nearby and within a few minutes' walk you are also at one of the markets or the Herestraat (centre). However, this is also where the red light district (my neighbourhood) is located, where there is a bit more crime. This is managed with preventive measures and police that are quick on their feet. Other than that, there are also beautiful old houses in this neighbourhood and I have a pleasant street in terms of neighbours.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe Praediniussingel in Groningen is a beautiful and quiet street with lots of greenery and beautiful architecture. It is a perfect place, you have all the necessary amenities thanks to the nearby Westerhaven. Even though it is close to the city, you don't experience the hustle and bustle of the city. The area is safe and clean, and there are several nice parks and shops in the neighbourhood.
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About Torenstraat 11A, Groningen
The asking price is 57% below the neighbourhood average of €520,019, but the flat is also 58% smaller than the local average (46 m² vs 110 m²). On a per-square-metre basis, the price is roughly €4,891, which is in line with the neighbourhood average of €4,899. So the price reflects the compact size rather than being a bargain.
The energy label is D. In this neighbourhood, 22.2% of homes have label D or lower, so it's not unusual for a pre-war building. Label D means moderate energy efficiency, you can expect reasonable but not low energy costs. The majority of homes for sale in the area have better labels (A, B or C).
The total number of recorded crimes in the neighbourhood is 2,391, which is high for a small area. One resident mentions "the occasional stabbing" but also says there are "lots of nice people and shops." It's a very urban, busy area with a lively nightlife, so noise and incidents can occur.
The train station is 0.9 km away, about a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood has a very high address density (6,698 per km²), so bus stops and other public transport options are plentiful within walking distance.
Yes, several. Albert Heijn is 196 m away (just around the corner), another Albert Heijn at 238 m, and Ekoplaza at 247 m. For a quick bite, AH to go is 436 m away. Daily groceries are very convenient.
The nearest primary school is St. Michaëlschool (578 m, a five-minute walk). Other primaries include De Vrije School Groningen Onderbouw (806 m) and ODS De Starter (924 m). For secondary education, H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum (859 m) and Praedinius Gymnasium (892 m) are within a ten-minute walk.
A park or public garden is 0.3 km away (on your doorstep). However, residents note that there is "little to no greenery in the street/neighbourhood" itself, so the immediate streets are quite urban.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Binnenstad-Zuid
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