Westerpark, Midden-Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Parallelweg in Hoogezand has a classic feel, with 144 m² of living space and a 387 m² plot. Built in 1925, it combines original character with a solid energy label B. The asking price of €350,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €263,688, but the home is also 40% larger than the typical home in the area. For context, detached houses in Midden-Groningen are a small segment of the market.
Westerpark is a quiet residential area with a mix of housing: about two-thirds are single-family homes, and 62% are owner-occupied. The population is diverse in age, with a noticeable share of residents aged 45 and over. The neighbourhood has a moderate urban feel, with an address density of 1,830 per km². There are no resident reviews available for this area. The Westerpark neighbourhood offers a calm setting with local amenities within walking distance.
For daily groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Lidl is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within a ten-minute walk, including OBS De Ontdekking and Basisschool De Lichtbron. The train station is a ten-minute walk, making it easy to reach Groningen. A park is on your doorstep, perfect for a stroll. The municipality of Midden-Groningen provides the broader context for this home.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Jans Duit Makelaardij.
Details of this home
Parallelweg 73, Hoogezand
Data from Westerpark
Data from Westerpark
8 within 5 km
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About Parallelweg 73, Hoogezand
The asking price of €350,000 is 33% above the average asking price in Westerpark (€263,688). However, this home is also 40% larger than the average (103 m²), so the price per m² is roughly in line with the neighbourhood average of €2,630 per m². It's a premium property in terms of size and energy efficiency.
The home has an energy label B, which is good for a house built in 1925. In the neighbourhood, 25% of homes have label A, 12.5% have label B, and 50% have label D or lower. So this home is above average in energy performance, meaning lower heating costs compared to older, less efficient homes.
Westerpark is a quiet, residential area with a mix of ages. About 66% of homes are single-family, and 62% are owner-occupied. The population includes many residents aged 45 and over, but also families with children. The area has a moderate urban feel, with a park nearby and local shops within walking distance.
The train station is 0.8 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to Groningen or other destinations.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: OBS De Ontdekking (436 m), Basisschool De Lichtbron (538 m), and CBS Het Galjoen (634 m). Secondary education is also close, at 0.5 km. This makes the area suitable for families with school-age children.
The plot measures 387 m², which is generous for a detached house in this area. It provides ample outdoor space, though the listing does not specify whether there is a garden, terrace, or other features. The house itself has 144 m² of living space.
Currently, 8 homes are for sale in Westerpark, with an average asking price of €263,688 and a median of €282,250. Prices range from €175,000 to €365,000. In the past, 25 homes sold with an average price of €281,260, taking about 24 days to sell. The market is active but not overheated.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Westerpark