Haren-Centrum, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis third-floor apartment on Vondellaan sits in the leafy heart of Haren, a village-like enclave within Groningen. With 96 m² of living space, it is compact compared to the neighbourhood average of 159 m², yet the layout feels generous thanks to the 1989 build and energy label A. At €995,000, the asking price matches the median for the area, so it is in line with the market. For context, apartments in Groningen vary widely in size and price.
Haren-Centrum is a quiet, green neighbourhood with 1,185 residents, many of whom are over 65. It has a mix of single-person households and families, and the streets are lined with detached and semi-detached homes. The area feels safe and well-maintained, with a low crime rate. One resident describes it as "a peaceful place with a strong sense of community." The neighbourhood Haren-Centrum is known for its proximity to the Paterswoldsemeer lake and the Harense Plas.
For your morning bread, Ekoplaza is just around the corner, and Jumbo is a couple of streets away. Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. Schools are within easy reach: the Brederoschool primary school is a ten-minute walk, and the Montessori Vaklyceum secondary school is a short cycle. The municipality Groningen offers excellent amenities, including a train station a ten-minute walk away.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Aimée Staal Makelaardij.
Details of this home
Vondellaan 16-3, Haren (Gr)
Data from Haren-Centrum
Data from Haren-Centrum
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About Vondellaan 16-3, Haren (Gr)
The asking price of €995,000 matches the median sale price in Haren-Centrum, so it is in line with the market. However, the apartment is 96 m², which is 40% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 159 m². Recently sold homes in the area went for an average of €601,617, but those include smaller properties too. The price per m² is around €10,365, which is high compared to the neighbourhood average of €5,309 per m², reflecting the premium for a smaller, energy-efficient home in a desirable location.
The energy label is A, which means the home is very energy-efficient. You can expect low heating costs and a comfortable indoor climate. In Haren-Centrum, 15% of homes have label A, and another 15% have label A+. This apartment is among the most efficient in the area.
The nearest train station is 1.3 km away, about a ten-minute walk. It connects to Groningen city centre and beyond.
Ekoplaza is 220 m away, Jumbo is 285 m, and Albert Heijn is 597 m. All are within a five- to ten-minute walk, so daily shopping is very convenient.
Haren-Centrum recorded 66 crimes in the latest data, which is low for a neighbourhood of this size. Residents describe it as peaceful and well-maintained.
The Brederoschool primary school is 2.6 km away, and the Montessori Vaklyceum secondary school is 3.1 km. Both are within a short cycle or drive.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Haren-Centrum