Sportterreinstraat 136
Gorecht-Noord, Midden-Groningen
NeighbourhoodA detached home with a story
This 1938 detached house on Sportterreinstraat sits in a neighbourhood that has seen better days, according to residents. With 100 m² of living space and a 308 m² plot, it's priced at €325,000, on the high side compared to the local market, where most homes are cheaper. For context, detached houses in Midden-Groningen are rare, so this one stands out.
Gorecht-Noord: a mixed picture
Gorecht-Noord has 1,315 residents, many of them over 65. It's a fairly urban area with a density of 1,915 addresses per km². Based on three reviews, opinions are divided. One resident says: "Many houses are being bought up by people who then rent them out again, resulting in many foreigners moving in who do no maintenance (house and garden) and do not integrate into the neighbourhood. A real shame because 10 years ago we had a very nice, tidy neighbourhood..." Another calls it a "cosy neighbourhood" with a working-class atmosphere, adding that "some residents should maintain their homes and gardens better." The neighbourhood Gorecht-Noord has a mix of single-person households and families, but the overall feel is that upkeep varies.
Daily life on the street
For groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Lidl is a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: Jenaplanschool 't Vlot and CBS de Regenboog are both about a ten-minute walk. The municipality Midden-Groningen offers basic amenities like a GP practice and a park within a few minutes' walk, and the train station is about a ten-minute walk too.
Source
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Huispedia.
Features
Details of this home
Location
Sportterreinstraat 136, Hoogezand
Experiences from the neighbourhood
Good · 3 residents
Many houses are being bought up by people who then rent them out again, resulting in many foreigners moving in who do no maintenance (house and garden) and do not integrate into the neighbourhood. A real shame because 10 years ago we had a very nice, tidy neighbourhood...
Auto-translated to English by AIHomes were increasingly bought up and sublet to, for example, labour migrants... these people maintain nothing around the house (gardens etc.), causing the appearance of the neighbourhood to deteriorate rapidly...
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood has the atmosphere of a working-class area. The homes are not too expensive to buy. Some residents should maintain their homes and gardens better. Sometimes messy because of this.
Auto-translated to English by AINeighbourhood statistics
Data from Gorecht-Noord
Supermarkets
8 within 5 km
Schools
19 within 5 km
Frequently asked questions
About Sportterreinstraat 136, Hoogezand
Is €325,000 a fair price for this detached house?
The price is on the high side compared to other homes in Gorecht-Noord, where only 20% are owner-occupied and most are cheaper. However, detached houses are rare in Midden-Groningen, so the premium reflects that. The 100 m² floor area and 308 m² plot are decent for a 1938 home, and the energy label B keeps running costs moderate.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Gorecht-Noord has a mixed reputation. Some residents describe it as a cosy working-class area, while others note that many homes are bought up and rented out, leading to neglected gardens and a decline in appearance. The population is older, with many single-person households. It's fairly urban, with amenities within walking distance.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.1 km away, about a ten-minute walk.
What schools are nearby?
Several primary schools are within walking distance: Jenaplanschool 't Vlot (641 m), CBS de Regenboog (650 m), OBS De Ontdekking (693 m), and OBS de Achtbaan (698 m). For secondary education, dr Aletta Jacobs College is about 732 m away.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has energy label B, which is quite efficient. You can expect relatively low heating costs compared to older homes with lower labels. The house was built in 1938, so the label B suggests it has been well insulated or modernised.
Is there a garden?
The plot is 308 m², which typically includes outdoor space, but the listing does not explicitly mention a garden.
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