A classic end-of-terrace home in Selwerd
Ribesstraat 1 is an end-of-terrace house from 1965, sitting in the Selwerd neighbourhood of Groningen. This is a lively part of the city, with a mix of housing and everyday conveniences close by. The asking price of €425,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price for end-of-terrace houses in Groningen, which sits at €340,750.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this home has five rooms, four bedrooms and two bathrooms spread over three floors. The living area is listed at 119 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 118 m². The plot measures 123 m² in both records. The agent notes double glazing, roof insulation and wall insulation, and the home is heated by a central heating boiler. The energy label is C.
Life in Selwerd
Selwerd is a neighbourhood with a strong local feel, and residents give it an average score of 7.24 out of 10. One resident says: "There is a shopping centre opposite here so I always have something to see and never get bored." Another describes it as a "beautiful neighbourhood close to the city." A third resident is more neutral, noting "no cohesion." These views come from six reviews, so they give a flavour rather than a full picture. The neighbourhood has around 6,580 residents, many of them young adults. You can read more about the Selwerd neighbourhood on our page.
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is straightforward. Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a Lidl a couple of streets away. For schools, De Wegwijzer is on your doorstep and De Pendinghe is just around the corner. The GP practice Huisartspraktijk Andeweg and Boots Apotheek Selwerd are both a couple of streets away. Bus stops on the Elzenlaan and Abeelstraat are a short walk, with lines 1, 2, 11 and 171. Groningen Noord train station is a ten-minute walk. The wider municipality of Groningen offers plenty more.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €369,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 15% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 52%, from €243,000 to €369,000. As for address-level risks, the road traffic noise is measured at 55 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. The foundation risk indication is elevated, and the climate data shows medium risk for pluvial flooding and flood risk, both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via iQ Makelaars Groningen and through a second channel, iQ Makelaars Groningen on Pararius.
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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 Ribesstraat 1, Groningen
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €425,000 is 15% above the WOZ value of €369,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 52%, from €243,000 to €369,000.
What is the layout of this home?
According to the agent, the home has five rooms, four bedrooms and two bathrooms across three floors. The living area is listed at 119 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 118 m². The plot measures 123 m². The home has double glazing, roof insulation and wall insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This means the home is neither the most nor the least efficient on the scale. With a C label, you can expect moderate energy costs, though the actual amount depends on your usage and energy prices. The agent notes double glazing, roof insulation and wall insulation.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, according to public data. The home was built in 1965 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase risk for wooden foundations. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 55 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 35 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 17 dB Lden, both below the standard. These figures come from public data and describe the area, not the soundproofing of this particular home.
What is the flood risk for this property?
The climate data for this address shows a medium risk for pluvial flooding and a medium flood risk, both for the current situation and for 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to become medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. Albert Heijn is just around the corner at about 377 metres, with another Albert Heijn at 447 metres. A Lidl is at 561 metres and a SPAR at 603 metres. An AH to go is at 947 metres. This gives you plenty of options for daily groceries.
What schools are close to this home?
De Wegwijzer primary school is on your doorstep at about 140 metres, and De Pendinghe primary school is just around the corner at 289 metres. For secondary education, Kamerlingh Onnes (vmbo-tl, havo and vwo) is at 351 metres, and Gomarus College Magnolia is at 614 metres. There is also a special primary school at 511 metres.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Groningen, Elzenlaan, about 289 metres away, with lines 1, 2, 11 and 171. Groningen, Abeelstraat is at 434 metres with lines 1, 2, 10, 11 and 171. Groningen Noord train station is about 743 metres away, a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in Selwerd?
Residents give Selwerd an average score of 7.24 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "There is a shopping centre opposite here so I always have something to see and never get bored." Another describes it as a "beautiful neighbourhood close to the city." A third is more neutral, saying "no cohesion."
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €425,000 is 25% above the average asking price in Selwerd, which is €340,750. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €362,000, and prices range from €225,000 to €549,000. The average asking price per m² in Selwerd is €3,282, while this home is listed at €3,571 per m².
