A ground-floor apartment on the edge of the park
This ground-floor apartment on Waterloolaan sits in the Herewegbuurt, a lively part of Groningen's Oud-Zuid district. The area is known for its mix of students, young people and families, and the park is just a short stroll away. At €250,000, the asking price was 29% below the neighbourhood average of €350,000, which put it on the sharp side compared with other apartments in Groningen. This home has not been online since 13 October 2026.
The home itself
Built in 1990, this two-room apartment has one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent described it as a ground-floor apartment (benedenwoning) with full ownership. According to the agent, the living area was 62 m², while the BAG registration listed 63 m². The home is fully insulated, with double glazing, HR glass, wall and floor insulation, and it has block heating plus a central heating boiler. There was a monthly homeowners' association fee of €142.11.
Life in the Herewegbuurt
Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.21 out of 10, based on 19 reviews. One resident says: "It is a social neighbourhood of students, young people, families and many single people. People greet each other easily." Another adds: "It's a cosy and, in my opinion, fairly safe neighbourhood. I've never felt uncomfortable." The neighbourhood has 1,620 inhabitants, and a large share are young adults. The park is just around the corner, and the lively pub scene is part of the appeal. For more on the area, see the Herewegbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. A PLUS supermarket is on your doorstep, and another PLUS and an Aldi are just around the corner. For primary education, De Vrije School Groningen Onderbouw is a five-minute walk away, while Parcival College for secondary education is a couple of streets further. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk de Vecht, is a five-minute walk, and the Service Apotheek Oosterpoort pharmacy is a ten-minute walk. Bus stop Groningen, Zuiderplantsoen, with lines 50, 51 and 418, is on your doorstep, and Groningen Europapark train station is a ten-minute walk. All this is part of the municipality of Groningen. According to area-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 66 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, and pluvial flooding at heavy rain is also medium. These are indications at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Solide Vastgoed Makelaars and their listing 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 Waterloolaan 1-7, Groningen
How did the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €250,000 was 29% below the average asking price of €350,000 in the Herewegbuurt. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood was €3,883, while this home was listed at €4,032 per m² based on the agent's stated living area of 62 m². The neighbourhood had 9 apartments for sale, with prices ranging from €230,000 to €575,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this was a ground-floor apartment with two rooms: one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area was stated as 62 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration listed 63 m². The volume is 204 m³. It is a benedenwoning, meaning it is on the ground floor.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value was the municipal valuation used for taxes, and it was not always included in property listings. Without this figure, it was not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Area-level data indicates that road traffic noise is 66 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Railway noise is 34 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 19 dB Lden, both below the standard. These figures come from public data and are indications for the area, not measurements at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this postcode area is medium. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 1% of buildings in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of paalrot (foundation pile rot). Additionally, 62% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. These are area-level indications and do not constitute an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. A PLUS supermarket is just 476 metres away, another PLUS is at 577 metres, and an Aldi is at 703 metres. An Albert Heijn is about 996 metres away. This makes daily grocery shopping convenient without needing a car.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
For primary education, De Vrije School Groningen Onderbouw is 539 metres away, and IKC Borgman Oosterpoort is 630 metres away. For secondary education, Parcival College is 516 metres away, and Gomarus College Vondelpad 2 is 670 metres away. There is also a special primary school, Dr Bekenkamp, at 354 metres.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Groningen, Zuiderplantsoen, at 144 metres, with bus lines 50, 51 and 418. Another stop, Groningen, Vechtstraat, is at 272 metres with lines 50 and 51. The nearest train station is Groningen Europapark, at 766 metres, which is about a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.21 out of 10, based on 19 reviews. One resident describes it as a social neighbourhood with students, young people and families, where people greet each other easily. Another says it is cosy and fairly safe, with little nuisance. The reviews reflect the district as a whole, not just this specific street.
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, there was a monthly homeowners' association (VvE) fee of €142.11. This fee typically covers shared maintenance and insurance for common areas.
