Rental homes in Herewegbuurt, Groningen
Check the current rental property listings in Herewegbuurt and discover if this green, quiet neighbourhood along the Hereweg suits you.
Rental prices and market figures for Herewegbuurt, Groningen
Herewegbuurt is a neighbourhood where renting is the norm: 61% of the 832 homes are rental properties, while 39% are owner-occupied. Notably, only 6% of the total housing stock is owned by a housing association. The vast majority, around 54%, is rented out by private landlords and investors. Social housing is therefore scarce here, and the free sector dominates the rental market.
In the free sector, the average rent over the past twelve months was €1,224 per month, with a range of €570 to €2,000. With an average floor area of 92 m², this works out to approximately €13.30 per square metre. That is significantly higher than the district and municipal averages: the WOZ value in Herewegbuurt is €320,000, compared to €275,000 in the Oud-Zuid district and €295,000 on average in the municipality of Groningen. The neighbourhood is therefore relatively expensive, both in terms of property value and rent. At the top of this page you will always find the current daily prices and the number of available rental properties in Herewegbuurt.
Living in Herewegbuurt, Groningen
Herewegbuurt is nestled between the Hereweg and the Sterrebos, on the southern side of Groningen city centre. It is a compact, green neighbourhood with a mix of pre-war townhouses along the Hereweg, post-war terraced houses and smaller apartments in the side streets. The atmosphere is quiet but urban: you are within cycling distance of the centre, yet feel just outside the hustle and bustle. The neighbourhood has a distinctly mixed character with many young professionals and students (the 25-45 age group is the largest with 600 residents), supplemented by a sizeable group of 15-25 year olds (560). Only 12% of households are married, and as many as 855 households are single-person. This is typically a neighbourhood for people living alone.
Facilities in and around Herewegbuurt
For daily groceries, you can go to the Albert Heijn on the Hereweg or the Jumbo a bit further towards the Oosterpoort. Along the Hereweg itself, you will find various small specialist shops, a hairdresser, a pharmacy and a few eateries. For a larger range of shops and dining options, you can cycle to the centre or to the Meeuwen- and Rivierenbuurt in five minutes. Primary schools are located nearby, including De Starter primary school on the Verlengde Hereweg. For secondary education, the Kamerlingh Onnes and Praedinius Gymnasium are within cycling distance. For sports, you can take advantage of the Sterrebos and the adjacent Stadspark, where you can run, walk and cycle. Sportpark Esserberg with football fields and an athletics track is just a stone's throw away.
Accessibility of Herewegbuurt
Accessibility scores well: residents give it an 8.0. Groningen Central Station can be reached in ten minutes by bike. Several bus lines stop along the Hereweg towards the centre, station and southern districts. By car, you can quickly get onto the ring road to the A28 towards Assen and Zwolle or the A7 towards Drachten and Heerenveen. Parking is a point of attention: in Herewegbuurt, paid parking or a permit system applies, which means an extra cost for car owners. More information about parking permits can be found on the website of the municipality of Groningen.
What do residents think of Herewegbuurt?
Residents rate Herewegbuurt a 6.9 out of 10. The neighbourhood scores notably high on green space (9.0), which is not surprising given its location next to the Sterrebos and Stadspark. Resident Kaju describes it as a "nice riverside neighbourhood" with a "nice natural atmosphere and lovely to live in". Residents are less enthusiastic about safety (5.0) and facilities (5.0): the daily offering is limited and you have to leave the neighbourhood for many things. Would you like to see all reviews and neighbourhood data? Then check the neighbourhood page for Herewegbuurt for the full overview.
Compared to adjacent neighbourhoods, Herewegbuurt is greener and quieter than Oosterpoort, which offers more dining and liveliness. Rivierenbuurt has a similar character but slightly more families, while Grunobuurt after renovation has a more modern housing stock with more social housing.
Is Herewegbuurt right for you as a tenant?
A rental home in Herewegbuurt is particularly interesting for young professionals and starters who want to live close to the centre but also appreciate green surroundings. With an average income of €36,700 and 50% highly educated, this is a neighbourhood for working people with a modal income. Families will find limited space here: most homes are suitable for one or two people. If you want to rent an apartment in Herewegbuurt, prepare your documents (employer's statement, payslips) in advance, as competition is fierce. Social housing is hardly available with 6% housing association ownership; register for this with WoningNet Groningen. Would you rather consider buying? Then check the properties for sale in Herewegbuurt.
What residents say about Herewegbuurt
Herewegbuurt receives an overall score of 6.9 from residents based on 1 review. The highest sub-score is green space with a 9.0, the lowest are safety and facilities, both a 5.0. Resident Kaju writes: "Nice natural atmosphere and lovely to live in," but also notes that safety is not always optimal. Read more experiences on the review page for Herewegbuurt.
Compare rental properties in Herewegbuurt with surrounding neighbourhoods
Would you like to rent a home in Herewegbuurt but also see what is available for rent in the surrounding area? The Oud-Zuid district offers various alternatives. For example, check what is available in Badstratenbuurt or Zeeheldenbuurt. Looking more broadly? Then check the rental offering in all of Oud-Zuid or compare with popular districts such as Centrum and Oud-West. At Buurtje.nl, we combine current listings with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and data from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also the neighbourhood that truly suits you. Also check the full overview of rental properties in Groningen.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Herewegbuurt, Groningen?
The average rent in the free sector in Herewegbuurt is €1,224 per month, with a range of €570 to €2,000. That works out to about €13.30 per m² for an average area of 92 m². Social housing through a housing corporation is cheaper, but with only 6% corporation ownership, that supply is very limited.
Are there social housing units in Herewegbuurt?
Only 6% of homes in Herewegbuurt are owned by a housing corporation. Social housing is therefore scarce here. If you want to qualify, register with WoningNet Groningen. Expect long waiting lists, especially in this popular neighbourhood close to the city centre.
What is it like to live in Herewegbuurt?
Residents rate Herewegbuurt a 6.9 out of 10. The neighbourhood scores excellently on greenery (9.0) thanks to its location near Sterrebos and Stadspark. The atmosphere is quiet and natural. Points of concern are safety (5.0) and the limited range of amenities (5.0). It is a pleasant neighbourhood for those who combine peace and greenery with proximity to the city.
Is Herewegbuurt suitable for starters and young professionals?
Yes, Herewegbuurt is popular among starters and young professionals. The largest age group is 25-45 years (600 residents) and 855 households are single-person. With 50% highly educated and an average income of €36,700, the neighbourhood suits working singles well. For families, the supply is more limited.
How is the accessibility of Herewegbuurt?
Accessibility scores an 8.0 from residents. The main station is a ten-minute bike ride away and bus lines stop along the Hereweg. By car, you are quickly on the ring road towards the A28 and A7. Parking is paid or permit-based, which is an extra cost for car owners.
What amenities are there in Herewegbuurt?
Along the Hereweg you will find an Albert Heijn, speciality shops, a pharmacy and eateries. Basisschool De Starter is in the immediate vicinity. For sports, you benefit from Sterrebos, Stadspark and Sportpark Esserberg. The daily amenities supply is limited (score 5.0); for more shops and hospitality, you cycle to the centre or Oosterpoort.
Is Herewegbuurt a safe neighbourhood to rent in?
The safety score of Herewegbuurt is a 5.0 out of 10, the lowest component in the resident rating. One resident notes that it is "not 100% safe" but adds that this applies almost everywhere. It is not an unsafe neighbourhood, but it is good to be alert, especially in the evening hours.
Unfortunately it is 100% safe but that is almost everywhere. Nice nature atmosphere and beautiful to live in
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