Westerkade 20
Binnenstad-West, Groningen
AreaA classic Groningen ground-floor apartment
This ground-floor apartment on the Westerkade sits right in the heart of Groningen, in the Binnenstad-West neighbourhood. It is a lively, urban setting where the city's energy is literally on your doorstep. The asking price of €359,000 is on the high side compared to the average for apartments in Groningen, which sits at €400,000. With a living area of 94 m² according to the agent, the price per square metre comes to €3,819.
Inside the home
Built in 1890, this home spans two floors and offers three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent describes it as a ground-floor apartment (benedenwoning) with a garden and a place, accessible from the rear via the north side. It is heated with block heating and a central heating boiler, and you own the property outright. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €250. The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. According to the BAG registration, the living area is 88 m², while the agent lists 94 m².
The Binnenstad-West neighbourhood
This is a neighbourhood where residents of the district give an average score of 7.82, based on 27 reviews. One resident says: "People are friendly, I enjoy living here." Another describes it as "a vibrant neighbourhood with lots of nice people," adding that "there are several eateries in the neighbourhood, supermarkets are close by, bus stops, you can park your bike easily, and with the city beach there is also a beautiful and well-known green area." The area is very strongly urban, with a high address density. It is a young neighbourhood, with 43% of residents aged between 15 and 25. For more on the Binnenstad-West neighbourhood, the figures show a mix of historic and more recent housing.
Amenities and transport
The daily routine is well covered here. A large supermarket is just around the corner, with the Coop and an Albert Heijn. For primary education, the St. Michaëlschool is a ten-minute walk away, while secondary options like CSG Augustinus and the Willem Lodewijk Gymnasium are also within walking distance. The nearest GP and pharmacy are a couple of streets away. Bus stops at Westerhaven, with lines 7, 8, 9, 19, 35, 39 and 139, are on your doorstep, and the main train station in Groningen is a ten-minute walk. All of this is part of the municipality of Groningen.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. The address-level risk data from public sources indicates that road traffic noise is at 50 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard (reference year 2022). Railway noise is at 42 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 18 dB Lden, both below the standards. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered only via 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 Westerkade 20, Groningen
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €359,000. Based on the agent's stated living area of 94 m², that works out to €3,819 per square metre. This is on the high side compared to the average asking price for apartments in Groningen, which is €400,000. The price is for a ground-floor apartment with a garden.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this home have?
According to the agent, this is a ground-floor apartment with three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. It spans two floors. The home also has a garden and a place, accessible from the rear via the north side. The total volume is 363 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label for this home is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is relatively energy-efficient compared to less efficient labels. The home is heated with block heating and a central heating boiler. The energy label is a separate fact from the year of construction, which is 1890.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association (VvE) fee is €250. This is a standard contribution for the maintenance of the shared parts of the building. The fee is stated in the listing and is part of the ongoing costs of owning this apartment.
What is the noise situation around this address?
Public risk data at the address level indicates that road traffic noise is at 50 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard, based on the 2022 reference year. Railway noise is at 42 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 18 dB Lden, both below the standards. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within a short walk, including a Coop at 189 metres and an Albert Heijn at 211 metres. For schools, the St. Michaëlschool is about 713 metres away, and secondary schools like CSG Augustinus and the Willem Lodewijk Gymnasium are around 817 and 825 metres respectively. A GP and pharmacy are also close by.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Groningen, Westerhaven, at 163 metres, with lines 7, 8, 9, 19, 35, 39 and 139. The main train station in Groningen is about 593 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. This makes it easy to get around the city and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give an average score of 7.82, based on 27 reviews. One resident says: "People are friendly, I enjoy living here." Another describes it as "a vibrant neighbourhood with lots of nice people," mentioning eateries, close supermarkets, bus stops, and the city beach as a green area. The neighbourhood is very strongly urban.
How old is this building and what does that mean?
The building was constructed in 1890, making it a historic property. This is a fact about the age of the home. The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. No further conclusions about the condition of the building should be drawn from the year of construction alone.
Is there a garden with this apartment?
Yes, according to the agent, this ground-floor apartment has a garden and a place. The garden is oriented to the north and is accessible via the rear. This is a notable feature for an apartment in the city centre, providing some outdoor space.
