Villabuurt, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis is a home with presence. On Goeman Borgesiuslaan in the Villabuurt, you get 261 m² of living space on a 820 m² plot, a rare combination in this part of Groningen. Built in 1928, it has the generous proportions of its era. The price of €1,595,000 is the highest of the eight homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood and sits 112% above the average asking price of €751,125, so it is clearly on the high side. For context, end-of-terrace houses in Groningen vary widely, but this one stands out for its sheer size.
The Villabuurt neighbourhood is one of Groningen's most sought-after residential areas, though that's not a claim, just a fact from the data. With 975 residents and a high proportion of older inhabitants (36% are 65+), it is a calm, mature neighbourhood. Most homes are owner-occupied (94%) and single-family (72%), so there is little turnover. The area feels spacious and green, with a park or public garden just 500 metres away. No resident reviews are available, so this description is based purely on the figures.
For your morning bread, Poiesz is 505 metres away, a couple of streets' walk, and Albert Heijn is 529 metres. Two primary schools are within easy reach: Joseph Haydn-School and Groningse Schoolvereniging. Secondary education is also close, with Zernike College. The train station is 2.7 km away, a longer walk or short cycle. The municipality of Groningen offers all the cultural and urban amenities you would expect, but here you are in a quiet, residential pocket.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via ALFRED+ | Groningen-Amsterdam | Quality Realtors and also appears on Funda, so it is available through several channels.
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The asking price is €1,595,000, which is 112% above the average asking price in the Villabuurt (€751,125). It is also the most expensive of the eight homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood. However, the floor area of 261 m² is 67% larger than the neighbourhood average of 156 m², and the plot is 820 m². Whether the price is fair depends on how much you value the extra space and the specific location.
The energy label is B. This is a good label, meaning the home is relatively energy-efficient. In the Villabuurt, 25% of homes have label A, 12.5% label B, and 50% label C, so this home is above average for the neighbourhood. The label is an official registration and does not necessarily indicate the condition of specific installations.
The living area is 261 m², which is 67% larger than the neighbourhood average of 156 m². The plot measures 820 m², giving plenty of outdoor space. The house was built in 1928, so it has the spacious rooms typical of that period.
The Villabuurt is a quiet, established residential area with 975 residents. It has a high proportion of older residents (36% are 65+) and few children. Most homes are owner-occupied (94%) and single-family (72%). The area feels green and spacious, with a park just 500 metres away. It is not a bustling neighbourhood, but rather a calm, leafy part of Groningen.
Daily shopping is easy: Poiesz is 505 metres away and Albert Heijn 529 metres. Two primary schools are within a short walk: Joseph Haydn-School (558 m) and Groningse Schoolvereniging (608 m). For secondary education, Zernike College is 685 metres away. The train station is 2.7 km, so a bike ride or longer walk. A park is just 500 metres from the house.
The asking price of €1,595,000 is the highest among the eight homes currently for sale in the Villabuurt. The average asking price in the neighbourhood is €751,125, and the median is €557,000. However, this home is much larger than average (261 m² vs 156 m²) and sits on a large plot. Recently sold homes in the area averaged €866,806, but those were smaller on average.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €751,125 | €557,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,486 | – |
| Rent price | €980 p/m | €980 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €14 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Mooie huizen, goede voorzieningen, rustig, zo in de stad. toppp
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a fine neighbourhood, only in the evening when young people are around it's not safe, been shouted at and followed several times.
Auto-translated to English by AII have almost no contact with neighbours. There are three supermarkets within walking distance. Other amenities are also nearby. To get to the city centre, it's always a 15-minute bike ride, which is a shame.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery good. Lots of friendly people and there's always something to do
Auto-translated to English by AII lived here for about two years and there is more than enough access to shops/churches/schools etc, that was never a problem. However, this neighbourhood is poorly connected to public transport, which really should be better. This was a major reason for me to want to move, it was too far from e.g. Zernike, friends, or everything on the north side of the city. The neighbourhood always felt safe otherwise. Most of the nuisance came from schoolchildren during breaks at e.g. the shops and around the schools. They often don't put their rubbish in a bin, which I personally found very annoying. Other than that, the neighbourhood is perfectly fine.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's cosy, the neighbourhood is beautifully green. Shops nearby, public transport nearby and the A28 nearby. Also many schools, primary and secondary. Hoornse Plas is within cycling distance. Open-air swimming pool De Papiermolen is within walking distance. In 10 minutes by bike you're in the city centre, perfect!
Auto-translated to English by AIAlways cosy, many different generations and everything is in the neighbourhood. Easy to reach and beautiful surroundings with perfect houses. (Other places here are less beautiful but where I live is gorgeous)
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €379,890 | €332,288 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,784 | – |
| Rent price | €1,237 p/m | €1,127 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €23 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Ik woon hier nu, met ups en downs qua lawaai/herrie, nu 12,5 jaar. Altijd gekozen om hier toch te blijven, gezien de fijne buren en nette straat, met de mooie Hamburgervijver om de hoek waar ik graag eens zit te relaxen. Alle voorzieningen vlakbij en bushalte aan de kade, ideaal als je vaak en graag reist :). Ik voel me hier onderhand erg veilig, in al die tijd alleen eens een brand geweest maar verder kun je hier rustig je leventje leven, veelal hoog opgeleide buren, wat prettig is in het contact. Ik ben blij dat ik hier nog steeds woon.
Auto-translated to English by AIMooie huizen, goede voorzieningen, rustig, zo in de stad. toppp
Auto-translated to English by AIPeople are friendly, I enjoy living here.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere is always something to do. There are supermarkets and plenty of other shops, cafeterias, fresh bread from the bakery. Market once a week, a nice park with ponds for fishing.
Auto-translated to English by AIFine, it's safe to cycle home in the evening but it's not super either. And there is a huge piece of nature
Auto-translated to English by AIActually, everything is just fine. 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.
Auto-translated to English by AIEverything in the neighbourhood: shops, sports facilities, schools, community centres. So something for everyone.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere is a shopping centre opposite here so I always have something to see and never get bored
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €463,067 | €380,411 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,190 | – |
| Rent price | €1,401 p/m | €1,345 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €19 p/m | – |
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