A detached home on the water's edge
Meerweg 20 is a detached house in Meerwijck, a residential area in Kropswolde, within the municipality of Midden-Groningen. The home sits along a quiet road, right on the water, and is part of a neighbourhood where most homes were built between 1970 and 2010. With a plot of 1,275 m², this property stands out for its generous outdoor space. The asking price of €775,000 is 17% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €930,563, which the data shows as keen. For context, [detached houses in Midden-Groningen]( /koopwoningen/midden-groningen/vrijstaande-woningen/) are the property type on offer here.
Inside the home
Built in 1973, this detached house offers 5 rooms, including 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, spread over 2 floors. The living area is listed as 236 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 151 m². The plot is 1,275 m² in both sources. The home has a garden around the property and an integral garage. According to the agent, the insulation includes double glazing and floor insulation, and heating is provided by a central heating boiler and a gas fireplace. The property is in full ownership. The energy label is E, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs.
Life in Meerwijck
Meerwijck is a small neighbourhood with around 935 residents, where the average household size is 2.3. The housing stock is predominantly owner-occupied, with 99% of homes being owner-occupied. Residents of the municipality of Midden-Groningen give their living environment an average score of 7.23, based on 28 reviews. One resident says: "Close-knit neighbourhood looks out for each other." Another notes: "A decent neighbourhood, but they never go outside and all go to bed early." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this neighbourhood. The area is quiet, with a mix of ages, and a large share of residents are 65 or older. For more on the local area, see [the Meerwijck neighbourhood]( /buurt/meerwijck-midden-groningen/).
Amenities and transport
The nearest primary school, OBS Walstraschool, is just around the corner, about a five-minute walk away. For groceries, the Jumbo is a couple of streets away, roughly a ten-minute walk, while Aldi and Lidl are a bit further. The nearest GP practice is Huisartsenpraktijk de Pleiaden, praktijk Vochteloo in Hoogezand, about a ten-minute walk. A pharmacy, Veterinaire Apotheek Noord BV, is on your doorstep in Kropswolde. For public transport, bus stops at Hoogezand, Raketlaan, with lines 76 and 471, are a ten-minute walk away. The nearest train station, Kropswolde, is also about a ten-minute walk. The municipality of [the municipality of Midden-Groningen]( /gemeente/midden-groningen/) offers these local amenities.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €726,000, as of the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 7% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 45%, from €499,000 to €726,000. As for address-level risks, the noise from road traffic is 37 dB Lden, which is not above the noise standard, and similar for rail and air traffic. The foundation risk indication is low, with a soil type of sand. The climate risks, including pluvial flooding and flood risk, are all low, both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Alders Makelaars and Alders Makelaars on 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.
Frequently asked questions
About Meerweg 20, Kropswolde
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €775,000 is 7% above the WOZ value of €726,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The asking price is also 17% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €930,563, according to the data.
What is the layout of this detached house?
The home has 5 rooms, including 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, spread over 2 floors. The living area is listed as 236 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 151 m². The plot is 1,275 m². There is a garden around the property and an integral garage.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect higher energy costs compared to more efficient labels. The agent notes that the home has double glazing and floor insulation, and heating is via a central heating boiler and a gas fireplace.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, with a soil type of sand. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate risks, including pluvial flooding and flood risk, are also low, both now and in 2050.
What amenities are nearby?
The nearest primary school, OBS Walstraschool, is about a five-minute walk away. The Jumbo supermarket is a ten-minute walk, and there are other supermarkets like Aldi and Lidl within a couple of kilometres. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk de Pleiaden in Hoogezand, and a pharmacy is on your doorstep in Kropswolde.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stops are at Hoogezand, Raketlaan, with lines 76 and 471, about a ten-minute walk away. The nearest train station is Kropswolde, also about a ten-minute walk. This gives you options for both bus and train travel.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Meerwijck is a small neighbourhood with around 935 residents. The housing stock is mostly owner-occupied, and the average household size is 2.3. Residents of the municipality of Midden-Groningen give their living environment an average score of 7.23, based on 28 reviews. One resident says: "Close-knit neighbourhood looks out for each other."
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 45%, from €499,000 to €726,000. This shows a significant rise over the period, though the value did dip slightly in the most recent year, from €822,000 in 2024 to €726,000 in 2025.
