A 1959 apartment in the Rivierenbuurt
This apartment on the Vechtstraat sits in the Rivierenbuurt, a neighbourhood in the Oud-Zuid district of Groningen. It is a lively part of town, with a mix of residents and a high address density that makes it feel very much part of the city. The last known asking price of €295,000 was 15% below the average asking price of €347,718 for homes in this neighbourhood, which put it on the sharp side compared to other [apartments in Groningen]. This home has not been online since 16 September 2026.
Inside the home
Built in 1959, this apartment spans two floors and offers five rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area was listed at 95 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 94 m². The home has a balcony, HR glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is sold as full ownership. There was a homeowners' association with a monthly contribution of €122.
Life in the Rivierenbuurt
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.84, based on six reviews. One resident describes it as a top location: "It's close and just far enough from the centre that you're in a quiet, cosy neighbourhood, but you can easily find the bustling centre within 5 minutes." Another is less positive, mentioning "many drug users, many dogs pooping on the street, a lot of noise." A third notes that "the neighbourhood isn't really green" but adds that it is "a relatively accessible neighbourhood." The area is home to around 4,700 people, many of them living alone. For more context, you can read about [the Rivierenbuurt neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
A PLUS supermarket is on your doorstep, just 74 metres away, with an AH to go and an Aldi a couple of streets further. De Vrije School Groningen Onderbouw is just around the corner, and Parcival College is a five-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk de Vecht is practically next door, while the nearest pharmacy is a ten-minute walk. Bus stops at Groningen, Vechtstraat (lines 50 and 51) and Groningen, Hoofdstation (many lines) are within a few minutes' walk, and Groningen train station is about 475 metres away. The city centre is easily reachable, and [the municipality of Groningen] offers a wide range of facilities.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home was €302,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price was 2% below that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 76%, from €172,000 to €302,000. As for the address, the road traffic noise level is 56 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication for this area is medium, and pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, though the current flood risk is low. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via Pandomo Makelaars and 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 Vechtstraat 53, Groningen
How did the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The WOZ value was €302,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €295,000 was 2% below that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 76%, from €172,000 to €302,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment spans two floors and has five rooms in total: three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area was 95 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 94 m². There is a balcony, and the home has HR glazing and a central heating boiler.
What was the energy label and what did it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. The home does have HR glazing, which helps with insulation.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution was €122. This was stated in the listing and covers the shared costs of the building.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The road traffic noise level is 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise norm. Railway noise is 36 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 19 dB Lden, both below their norms. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this area?
The foundation risk indication for this area is medium. The home was built in 1959, and in this postcode area 33% of buildings date from before 1970. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 2% of buildings in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
A PLUS supermarket is just 74 metres away, so groceries are literally on your doorstep. An AH to go is 484 metres away, and an Aldi is 512 metres away. There are also two more supermarkets within about 800 metres.
How is the public transport in this area?
The bus stop Groningen, Vechtstraat is 238 metres away and serves lines 50 and 51. The main bus station at Groningen, Hoofdstation is about 318 metres away with many lines, and Groningen train station is 475 metres away.
What schools are close to this apartment?
De Vrije School Groningen Onderbouw is 140 metres away, and Parcival College is 253 metres away. There are also several other primary and secondary schools within a short walk, including the Gomarus College at 660 metres.
How do residents rate the neighbourhood?
Residents give the Rivierenbuurt an average score of 6.84, based on six reviews. One resident praises the location as close to the centre yet quiet, while another mentions noise and litter. A third notes the neighbourhood is not very green but is accessible.
