A spacious home in Oosterhaar
Tucked away in the leafy Oosterhaar neighbourhood of Haren, this detached house on Borgsingel 10 offers a calm setting with the convenience of the town nearby. The home was built in 2004 and carries an A++ energy label, which is an efficient label. With a price of €1,150,000, the asking price is on the high side compared with the neighbourhood average. For context, the average asking price for homes in Oosterhaar is €440,154, and this property sits well above that figure. If you are looking at detached houses in Groningen, this one stands out for its size and modern build.
Inside the home
The agent describes this as a six-room house with five bedrooms, one bathroom, and three floors, giving a total volume of 828 cubic metres. The living area is listed at 208 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 224 square metres. Similarly, the plot is given as 929 square metres by the agent, but the BAG registration states 686 square metres. Both figures come from their respective sources. The home offers plenty of space for a large household, with the layout spread over three levels.
Life in Oosterhaar
Oosterhaar is a residential area where about 4,250 people live, and the housing stock is mostly owner-occupied, with 70% of homes being bought rather than rented. Residents across the municipality of Groningen give their living environment an average score of 7.63, based on 182 reviews. One resident says: "I feel very safe here, in all that time there was only one fire, but otherwise you can live your life quietly here, mostly highly educated neighbours, which is pleasant in contact." Another adds: "People are friendly, I enjoy living here." These reviews reflect the wider municipality rather than Oosterhaar specifically, but they give a sense of the area's character. The neighbourhood itself has a mix of ages, with 24% of residents aged 65 or over and 17% under 15. For more on the local area, see the Oosterhaar neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, and the Aldi is a ten-minute walk away. For primary education, the Groningse Schoolvereniging is a ten-minute walk, while the Joseph Haydn-School is a bit further. The nearest GP is Huisartspraktijk Heikens, just around the corner, and the Service Apotheek Oosterhaar is nearby. Public transport is well within reach: the bus stop at Haren, Station, served by line 51, is just around the corner, and Haren train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Groningen offers a range of services and connections, as you can see on the municipality of Groningen page.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this property is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. Regarding address-level risks, the noise levels from road, rail, and air traffic are all below the relevant standards, according to data from 2022 and 2023. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settling; this is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. For climate risks, pluvial flooding is low, while flood risk is medium both currently and in 2050, and heat stress is low now and in 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via ALFRED+ | Groningen-Amsterdam | Quality Realtors.
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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 Borgsingel 10, Haren Gn
How does the asking price compare with other homes in Oosterhaar?
The asking price of €1,150,000 is on the high side compared with the neighbourhood average. The average asking price for homes in Oosterhaar is €440,154, and the median is €442,500. This property is priced 161% above that average. The price per square metre, based on the agent's living area of 208 m², is €5,529, which is 37% higher than the neighbourhood average of €4,034 per m². These figures come from the current listings in the area.
What is the layout of this detached house?
According to the agent, the home has six rooms, including five bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The total volume is 828 cubic metres. The living area is listed as 208 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 224 m². The plot size is given as 929 m² by the agent, but the BAG registration states 686 m². Both sources are mentioned, and the difference is not explained.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is A++, which is an efficient label. This means the home is designed to be energy-efficient, which can help keep heating and electricity costs lower compared with less efficient labels. The label is based on the property's characteristics as registered. No further details about insulation or heating installations are stated in the listing.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this property. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, and it is not always included in listing information. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation. The listing does not provide this information.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The noise levels from road traffic are 38 dB Lden, from rail traffic 37 dB Lden, and from air traffic 23 dB Lden, all measured in 2022 and 2023. These levels are all below the relevant noise standards. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not a measurement taken at the property itself. The home is not subject to excessive noise according to these figures.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is low, according to area-level data. However, the soil type is peat, which is sensitive to settling. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific property. The risk level is based on public data from sources like the Klimaateffectatlas. No further details about the foundation condition are provided in the listing.
What are the flood and climate risks for this address?
The pluvial flooding risk is low, meaning the chance of flooding from heavy rain is limited. The flood risk from other sources is medium, both currently and in 2050. Heat stress is low now and in 2050. These are area-level indications based on public climate data, not specific to this home. The figures come from the Klimaateffectatlas and are meant as general guidance.
Which supermarkets are near this home?
The nearest supermarket is Jumbo, about 837 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. The Aldi is about 1,276 metres away, and the Albert Heijn is about 1,413 metres away. There are 14 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, so you have plenty of options for groceries. The distances are measured from the property address.
What schools are close to this address?
The nearest primary school is the Groningse Schoolvereniging, about 3,398 metres away, which is a longer walk or a short drive. The Joseph Haydn-School is about 3,552 metres away. For secondary education, the Zernike College is about 3,778 metres away. There are 19 schools within 5 kilometres, covering primary, secondary, and special education.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is Haren, about 736 metres from the property, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. The nearest bus stop is Haren, Station, about 800 metres away, served by bus line 51. This makes public transport accessible for commuting or travel. The station provides rail connections, though specific destinations are not listed.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of residents?
Oosterhaar has about 4,250 residents. The average household size is 2.2 people, and 33% of households are single-person households. About 35% of households have children, and 32% are households without children. The age distribution shows 17% under 15, 21% aged 25-45, and 24% aged 65 or over. This gives a mix of families and older residents.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state certain property details, such as the WOZ value. This is not unusual, as some information is only available from official records or upon request. The available details include the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, floors, and the energy label. The absence of some data does not affect the accuracy of what is provided.
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