Binnenstad-West, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis 133 m² apartment on Westerhaven sits in a lively part of the city, where the buzz of the centre meets the calm of the canal. Built in 2001 and with energy label B, it's a modern home with efficient heating. At €1,675 per month, the rent is 20% above the neighbourhood average of €1,393, so it's on the high side, but you're paying for size and location. For context, other apartments in Groningen vary widely in price.
Binnenstad-West is a compact neighbourhood with a mix of students and couples. One resident says: "It's quiet, yet you're within a 5-minute walk of the city centre or Noordeplantsoen." They add that it's more suited to students or couples than families, only 35 households have children. The area has a very high density of addresses (6,700 per km²), typical of a strongly urban setting. The neighbourhood Binnenstad-West scores an 8.1 out of 10 from reviews.
For groceries, the Coop is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. Primary schools are a ten-minute walk, the St. Michaëlschool is about 800 metres off. For secondary education, CSG Augustinus and Willem Lodewijk Gymnasium are both within a ten-minute walk. The municipality Groningen has plenty of restaurants and parks nearby, with the Noordeplantsoen park just a few minutes' walk.
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Westerhaven 21, Groningen
Very good · 1 resident
I think it's a nice neighbourhood to live in. It's quiet, yet you're within a 5-minute walk of the city centre or Noordeplantsoen. However, I think it's more of a neighbourhood for students or couples. I wouldn't raise my children here. It's too busy for that!
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About Westerhaven 21, Groningen
The rent is 20% above the neighbourhood average of €1,393, but this apartment is larger than most rentals in Binnenstad-West (133 m² vs an average of 146 m² for rentals). Given its size, modern build year, and energy label B, the price is on the high side but reflects the quality and location.
Binnenstad-West is a quiet yet central neighbourhood, ideal for students and couples. One resident describes it as 'pleasant' and within a 5-minute walk of the city centre. It's very urban with a high density of addresses, and most households are single-person (1,140 out of 1,740 residents).
Groningen's main train station is 1.2 km away, about a 15-minute walk or a short cycle.
The closest supermarket is a Coop at 148 metres, just around the corner. An Albert Heijn is 333 metres away, and another Coop is 413 metres. For daily shopping, you have several options within a few minutes' walk.
The neighbourhood has very few children (only 25 residents aged 0-15) and one resident notes it's 'more of a neighbourhood for students or couples' and wouldn't raise children there due to the busyness. The apartment itself is spacious, but the area may not be ideal for families.
The energy label is B, which means the home is reasonably energy-efficient. You can expect moderate heating costs, though exact amounts depend on usage. The neighbourhood has a mix of labels, but this home performs well above average.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Binnenstad-West