A ground-floor apartment on a busy road
This ground-floor apartment on Vondellaan sits in De Wijert, a lively part of Groningen where residents give their surroundings a solid 8.13 out of 10. The asking price of €275,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €256,804. For context, the average asking price per square metre here is €3,560, while this home works out at €3,873 per square metre. If you are weighing up your options, it is worth comparing with other [apartments in Groningen].
The home itself
Built in 1959, this apartment spans one floor and includes four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 71 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 69 m². The property has a garden at the rear of 128 m², accessible from the back, plus a balcony. It is located on the ground floor and comes with double glazing and a central heating boiler. The home is offered in full ownership, with a monthly homeowners' association fee of €150. The agent notes that the property sits on a busy road within a residential area.
Life in De Wijert
Residents here appreciate the mix of convenience and greenery. One resident says: "It's cosy, the neighbourhood is beautifully green. Shops nearby, public transport nearby and the A28 nearby." Another mentions that "there is more than enough access to shops/churches/schools etc", though they add that public transport connections could be better. Based on four reviews, the neighbourhood scores an average of 8.13. Around 61% of households are single-person, and the average household size is 1.6. Homes in this area tend to sell quickly, with an average selling time of 16 days. For more on what it is like to live here, see [the De Wijert neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. Albert Heijn and Lidl are both just around the corner, and Jumbo is a couple of streets away. For schools, Montessori Vaklyceum is on your doorstep, and primary school De Tamarisk is just around the corner. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Hoornsemeer, a ten-minute walk, and Service Apotheek De Wiljes is a couple of streets away. Bus stop Jan Luykenstraat is on your doorstep, with lines 8, 9, 10 and 85. Groningen Europapark station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Groningen offers a wide range of services and facilities, as you can see on the page for [the municipality of Groningen].
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €240,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 15% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 33%, from €180,000 to €240,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication for this area is elevated, based on the clay soil and the fact that the property was built in 1959. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The pluvial flooding risk is medium, while flood risk is low, and heat stress is currently low but medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via two channels, including and 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 Vondellaan 140, Groningen
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €275,000 is 15% above the WOZ value of €240,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 33%, from €180,000 in 2020 to €240,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this ground-floor apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 71 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 69 m². The property also includes a garden at the rear of 128 m², accessible from the back, and a balcony.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label for this home is F. This is a low label, so you can expect relatively high energy costs for heating and electricity. The home does have double glazing, according to the agent, which helps with insulation. The label itself does not say anything about the condition of the building, only its energy performance.
What is the foundation risk in this area?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1959 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase the risk for wooden foundations. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic at this address is 59 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 31 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 18 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures come from public data and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn and Lidl are both about 250 metres away, so just around the corner. Jumbo is about 533 metres away, and there is another Albert Heijn at 666 metres. In total, there are 47 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, so you have plenty of choice for your daily groceries.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Montessori Vaklyceum, a secondary school, is about 100 metres away, and primary school De Tamarisk is about 134 metres away. There are also several other secondary schools within a short walk, including De Bolster and Gomarus College. In total, there are 66 schools within 5 kilometres, covering both primary and secondary education.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Groningen, Jan Luykenstraat, about 75 metres away, with lines 8, 9, 10 and 85. There are additional stops on H.R. Holststraat and P.C. Hooftlaan within a few hundred metres. The nearest train station is Groningen Europapark, about 1.3 kilometres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in De Wijert?
Residents give De Wijert an average score of 8.13 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "It's cosy, the neighbourhood is beautifully green. Shops nearby, public transport nearby and the A28 nearby." Another notes that "there is more than enough access to shops/churches/schools etc", but adds that public transport connections could be better. The neighbourhood is described as feeling safe.
How quickly do homes sell in this neighbourhood?
Homes in De Wijert are sold on average within 16 days, according to recent sales data. In the past period, 144 homes were sold in the neighbourhood, with an average selling price of €332,459. This gives an indication of the demand for properties in this area.
