A classic end-of-terrace house near the park
This 1891 end-of-terrace house on Selwerderstraat sits in the Noorderplantsoenbuurt, a leafy corner of Groningen's Oud-West district. The area is known for its mix of students, young professionals and families, and the nearby park gives it a relaxed, green feel. The asking price is €335,000. For context, end-of-terrace houses in Groningen are listed at an average of €373,560.
What the agent tells us about the home
The agent describes this as a single-family, semi-detached house with one room and one bathroom on a single floor, with a volume of 160 m³. It has a rear garden of 17 m² facing east, and the property is freehold. According to the agent, the home has HR+ glazing and floor insulation, and heating is provided by a combi boiler. The setting is described as a quiet road, in the centre and in a residential area. The energy label is C, which means moderate energy costs can be expected.
Life in the Noorderplantsoenbuurt
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.5 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Good quiet but lively neighbourhood. Lots of green." Another adds: "Good mix of different types of people and by the park!" A third notes: "A nice green neighbourhood that is relatively green with cohesion." The neighbourhood has around 3,900 inhabitants, and a large share of households are single-person (72%). The park is a clear draw, and the area feels both calm and sociable. For more on what it's like to live here, see the Noorderplantsoenbuurt neighbourhood.
Daily life: shops, schools and getting around
A PLUS supermarket is on your doorstep, and a Jumbo and an Albert Heijn are a ten-minute walk away. For primary education, Ref Basisschool de Zaaier is just around the corner, and the Nassauschool is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk D. Soeters, is a ten-minute walk, and the Service Apotheek Boterdiep is nearby. Bus stops on Stadhouderslaan, Nassauplein and Oranjesingel are all within a five to ten-minute walk, served by lines 9 and 19. Groningen Noord train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Groningen offers all the amenities of a city, and this home is well placed within it.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €345,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price of €335,000 is 3% below the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 64%, from €211,000 to €345,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on area-level data: the home was built in 1891 on clay soil, and the area is a KCAF attention zone. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and flood risk is low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Slim. Makelaardij, Huispedia and 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.
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About Selwerderstraat 41, Groningen
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €335,000 is 3% below the WOZ value of €345,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 64%, from €211,000 in 2020 to €345,000 in 2025. This gives an idea of how the property has appreciated, but the asking price is set by the seller.
What is the layout of this end-of-terrace house?
According to the agent, this is a single-family, semi-detached house with one room and one bathroom on a single floor. The living area is 63 m², and the plot is 68 m². There is a rear garden of 17 m² facing east. The property is freehold, meaning you own the land and the building outright. The volume is 160 m³, which gives a sense of the space inside.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The agent notes that the home has HR+ glazing and floor insulation, which can help keep energy use down. The heating is provided by a combi boiler. The label is based on the property's characteristics, and the actual costs will depend on your usage.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1891 on clay soil, and the area is a KCAF attention zone, where 100% of properties were built before 1970. In this neighbourhood, 3% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail traffic noise is 38 dB Lden, and air traffic noise is 18 dB Lden, both below the norm. These figures come from public data for the address, based on 2022 and 2023 measurements. They give an indication of the acoustic environment, but actual noise can vary depending on the time of day and other factors.
Which supermarkets are closest to this home?
A PLUS supermarket is just 56 metres away, so it's on your doorstep for daily groceries. A Jumbo is 699 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is 728 metres away, both about a ten-minute walk. There is also an Ekoplaza at 728 metres for organic products. With 47 supermarkets within 5 km, you have plenty of choice in the wider area.
What schools are near this property?
For primary education, Ref Basisschool de Zaaier is 218 metres away, and the Nassauschool is 278 metres away. Both are within a short walk. There is also a Katholieke Daltonschool Bisschop Bekkers at 570 metres. For secondary education, Gomarus College Magnolia is 748 metres away. The nearest childcare centre is 0.8 km from the home.
How is the public transport connection from this address?
The nearest bus stop is Groningen, Stadhouderslaan, at 316 metres, served by lines 9 and 19. There are also stops at Nassauplein (462 metres) and Oranjesingel (527 metres), both on the same lines. Groningen Noord train station is 687 metres away, about a ten-minute walk. This gives you good options for getting around the city and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents give the Noorderplantsoenbuurt an average score of 7.5 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident describes it as a "good quiet but lively neighbourhood" with lots of green. Another mentions the "good mix of different types of people" and the proximity to the park. A third says it's a "beautiful green neighbourhood" with cohesion. The park is a clear highlight for many.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
The WOZ value has increased by 64% between 2020 and 2025, from €211,000 to €345,000. The reference date for the current value is 1 January 2025. This growth reflects the broader trend in the Groningen housing market. The asking price of €335,000 is 3% below the current WOZ value, which may be relevant when considering the price.
