A striking upper apartment in the heart of Groningen
This upper apartment on the Ubbo Emmiussingel sits in the lively Binnenstad-Zuid neighbourhood, right in the middle of Groningen. The asking price of €1,195,000 is well above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €479,176 according to the current housing market data. That puts this home on the high side compared with other apartments in Groningen.
The home itself
Built in 1952, this apartment has been completely renovated and is offered as new-build. It has three rooms, two bedrooms and two bathrooms on a single floor, with a balcony. The home is fully insulated and heated by a heat pump, and it carries an energy label A++, an efficient label. The living area is listed as 120 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 87 m².
Life in Binnenstad-Zuid
Residents give the Binnenstad-Zuid neighbourhood an average score of 7.63, based on four reviews. One resident says: "People are friendly, I enjoy living here." Another describes it as a "nice lively neighbourhood" with "lots of nice people and shops", though they note it "can be noisy at night". A third resident appreciates that "almost everything is within walking distance", but misses greenery. The neighbourhood is very strongly urban, with a high address density, and most residents live alone.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Ekoplaza and Albert Heijn are just around the corner, and the Jumbo is a couple of streets away. De Stadshuisarts is on your doorstep, and the Service Apotheek Oosterpoort is a ten-minute walk. For schools, De Vrije School Groningen Onderbouw is a ten-minute walk away. The bus stop at Hereplein, with lines 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 19, 61, 63, 65, 76, 165 and 178, is on your doorstep, and Groningen train station is a five-minute walk. All of this sits within the municipality of Groningen.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data. According to area-level risk indications, the foundation risk is elevated, partly because the home was built in 1952 on clay soil, and the groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050. Road traffic noise is above the standard at 54 dB Lden, while rail and air traffic noise stay below their standards. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and flood risk is low now and in 2050; heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are indications at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing the home is offered only via SYB Makelaardij - Amsterdam-Groningen 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.
Frequently asked questions
About Ubbo Emmiussingel 3, Groningen
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €1,195,000 is 149% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €479,176. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,491, while this home is listed at €9,958 per m² based on the agent's floor area. The neighbourhood has 25 homes for sale, with prices ranging from €135,000 to €1,750,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this upper apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and two bathrooms, all on a single floor. It includes a balcony and has a volume of 500 m³. The living area is listed as 120 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 87 m². The home is fully insulated and heated by a heat pump.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A++, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The agent states the home is fully insulated and heated by a heat pump. In the neighbourhood, only 4.8% of the current homes for sale have an energy label A+ or better.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, according to area-level data. The home was built in 1952 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase risk for wooden foundations. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
How noisy is it at this address?
Area-level data shows road traffic noise at 54 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Rail traffic noise is 39 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 18 dB Lden, both below their standards. These are indications for the area, not measurements at the home itself. One resident of the neighbourhood notes it "can be noisy at night".
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Ekoplaza is 224 metres away and the Albert Heijn is 246 metres away, both just around the corner. An AH to go is 359 metres away, and a Jumbo is 376 metres away. A second Albert Heijn is 512 metres away. All are within a short walk from the home.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
De Vrije School Groningen Onderbouw is 572 metres away, and IKC Borgman Oosterpoort is 605 metres away, both primary schools. For secondary education, Parcival College is 793 metres away. The St. Michaëlschool is 795 metres away. All are within a ten-minute walk or so.
What public transport options are available?
The bus stop at Hereplein is 105 metres away, with lines 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 19, 61, 63, 65, 76, 165 and 178. The Zuiderdiep stop is 278 metres away with additional lines. Groningen train station is 360 metres away, a five-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.63 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "People are friendly, I enjoy living here." Another describes it as a "nice lively neighbourhood" with "lots of nice people and shops", but notes it can be noisy at night. A third resident appreciates that almost everything is within walking distance, but misses greenery.
Is this a new-build home?
The home was built in 1952, but the agent lists it as new-build, which likely refers to a recent renovation. The home is fully insulated and heated by a heat pump, and it has an energy label A++. The listing has been active since 3 September 2026.
