A canal-side apartment in the heart of Groningen
This apartment on the Zwanestraat sits right in the middle of Groningen's historic centre, with the canal and the city's buzz just outside the door. At €2,250 per month, the rent sits about 25% above the neighbourhood average of €1,797, which puts it on the high side for the area. The 114 m² floor area is 31% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 165 m², so you are paying a premium for the central location. For context, apartments in Groningen in general range widely in price, and this one is clearly at the upper end.
The Binnenstad-Noord neighbourhood
Binnenstad-Noord is the kind of place where you can leave the car behind and walk everywhere. One resident says: "The location is perfect, also nice house on the canal but expensive. Nice that I can walk everywhere." Another describes it as "A really nice neighbourhood to live in! It's quiet but central." Based on three reviews, the overall score is 7.38 out of 10. The area is dominated by young adults, with half the population between 15 and 25, and most households are single-person. It is a lively, central spot that suits those who want city life on their doorstep. The Binnenstad-Noord neighbourhood is one of the most urban in the city, with a very high address density.
Life on the street
Daily life here is about convenience. For bread and groceries, there are three Albert Heijn supermarkets within a couple of streets away, the nearest just around the corner, plus an Ekoplaza and a Jumbo within a five-minute walk. For school runs, the St. Michaëlschool is just around the corner, and the Praedinius Gymnasium is a five-minute walk. The H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum is also within a ten-minute walk. The train station is 1.3 km away, so a walk or short cycle gets you to national connections. The municipality of Groningen is a compact city where most amenities are within easy reach.
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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 Zwanestraat 5A, Groningen
Is €2,250 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is about 25% above the neighbourhood average of €1,797, and the floor area is 31% smaller than the average of 165 m². That puts this apartment on the high side for the area. The central canal-side location and the A+ energy label are factors that can justify a premium, but the price is clearly above what most rentals in Binnenstad-Noord go for.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A+, which is the most efficient category. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs compared to homes with lower labels. The label is an official registration, so it reflects the property's energy performance as assessed at the time of registration.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
There are three Albert Heijn supermarkets within a few hundred metres. The nearest is just 175 metres away, another at 222 metres, and a third at 376 metres. An Ekoplaza is at 416 metres and a Jumbo at 498 metres. For daily groceries, you have several options within a five-minute walk.
What schools are nearby?
The St. Michaëlschool primary school is 167 metres away, and the IKC Borgman Ebbinge is at 629 metres. For secondary education, the Praedinius Gymnasium is 554 metres away and the H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum is at 571 metres. All are within a ten-minute walk, making school runs easy on foot.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.3 km from the apartment. That is roughly a 15-minute walk or a short cycle. The central location means most of the city is accessible without a car.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Residents describe it as quiet but central, with the canal and the city centre close by. One review notes the location is perfect and that you can walk everywhere, though it is expensive. The area is very urban, with a high density of young adults and single-person households, giving it a lively, student-friendly character.
