Rental homes in Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier, Groningen
Check the current rental property listings in Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier and discover if this city-centre neighbourhood suits you based on rental prices, neighbourhood scores and resident reviews.
Rental prices and market figures for Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier, Groningen
Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier is a true renter's neighbourhood: 76% of the more than 3,200 homes are rental properties. Of these, around 30% are owned by housing associations (social housing) and as much as 46% are rented out by private and other landlords. This makes the free rental sector dominant here. In the free sector, the average rent over the past year was €1,159 per month, with a range of €390 to €2,300. With an average surface area of 159 m², this works out to about €7.29 per m². Please note that these figures only concern the free sector, excluding social housing. The average WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €287,000, slightly higher than the average for the Centrum district (€280,000), but just below the Groningen municipal average of €295,000. The average income of €30,200 is well above the district average (€25,700), but below that of the entire municipality of Groningen (€33,100). This fits a neighbourhood with many students and young workers. Always check the current daily prices and available rental properties in Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier at the top of this page.
Living in Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier
Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier is nestled between the Diepenring and the Noorderplantsoen, on the northeast side of Groningen city centre. It is a neighbourhood with its own distinctive character: narrow streets with pre-war townhouses and upper-floor apartments around the Nieuwe Ebbingestraat, interspersed with post-war buildings and newer apartment complexes towards the Ebbingekwartier. The Prinsentuin and the Stadsstrand on the Reitdiep give the neighbourhood surprisingly much green space for a central location. Resident A.A. sums it up well: "There are several eateries in the neighbourhood, supermarkets are nearby, bus stops, plenty of space for bicycles, and with the city beach there is also a nice and well-known green spot."
The atmosphere is lively but not hectic. The largest group of residents is between 15 and 25 years old (2,725 out of 6,575 residents), giving the neighbourhood a young and dynamic character. Yet families and older people also live here, especially around the quieter parts near the Hortusbuurt. With 4,035 single-person households and only 11% married, it is mainly a neighbourhood for single people and couples.
Facilities within walking distance
You can do your grocery shopping at the Albert Heijn on the Nieuwe Ebbingestraat or the Jumbo in the city centre, both a few minutes' walk away. Along the Peperstraat and Nieuwe Ebbingestraat you will find a mix of small specialist shops, coffee bars, restaurants and vintage stores. The Hortus Botanicus is a pleasant green spot for a walk. For primary education, there is De Kleine Wereld on the Coehoornsingel, among others. The neighbourhood scores a remarkable 9.2 for education in resident reviews. Sports facilities can be found in the Noorderplantsoen (running, bootcamp) and at the nearby ACLO sports centre for students.
Accessibility from Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier
Groningen Central Station can be reached in less than ten minutes by bike or with bus lines 1 and 15 that run through the neighbourhood. The city centre is literally around the corner; you can walk to the Grote Markt in five minutes. By car, the ring road (A7/A28) can be reached in about ten minutes, but parking is a point of attention here: the neighbourhood falls under paid parking and a permit is required. Free spots are scarce, especially in the evening. Cycling is by far the most convenient way to get around, as in all of Groningen. More information about parking permits can be found on the website of the municipality of Groningen.
Residents give the neighbourhood an average of 7.9 out of 10 based on 6 reviews. Ilse (9.1/10) writes: "Really great! All facilities are within walking distance, including a small park. You are in the heart of the city centre in no time. Nothing to complain about really." Less positive is the score for cleanliness (6.8): resident Lykas notes that "there is often rubbish on the street", which makes the neighbourhood slightly less well-kept than you might expect. Read all resident reviews and neighbourhood data for Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier for a complete picture.
Compared to the adjacent neighbourhoods, Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier has its own position. Binnenstad-Noord is busier and more commercial, while the neighbourhood around the Noorderplantsoen is greener and quieter, but often also more expensive. If you prefer something more urban, you can look at the offerings in Binnenstad-Oost.
Who is a rental property in Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier interesting for?
With its young population structure and large proportion of single-person households, the neighbourhood is popular among students, starters and young professionals who want to live centrally. Renting an apartment in Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier is attractive if you like short lines: everything is nearby. If you are looking for an affordable rental home, be prepared for competition: properties go quickly. Prepare your documents (employer's statement, payslips) in advance and respond on the same day. For social housing, you can register with housing associations such as Lefier or Nijestee, but expect long waiting lists. Considering buying? Then check the offerings of homes for sale in Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier as an alternative.
What residents say about renting in Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier
Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier receives an average score of 7.9 out of 10 from residents, based on 6 reviews. The highest sub-score goes to education (9.2) and facilities (8.8). The lowest score is for cleanliness (6.8), which aligns with Lykas's comment: "The neighbourhood is cosy and quiet, but there is often rubbish on the street, which is a shame." Safety scores a 7.5, accessibility and green space both a 7.8. View all reviews on the neighbourhood page of Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier.
Comparing rental properties in and around Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier
Want to know how this neighbourhood compares to the rest of the centre? Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier is comparable in rent price to other central neighbourhoods, but offers more green space and a slightly quieter atmosphere than, for example, Binnenstad-Zuid. Looking outside the centre? Then also check out districts such as Oud-Noord or Oosterparkwijk, where rents are often lower. Via Buurtje.nl you can compare neighbourhoods based on neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and data from more than 1,500 sources. Also view the complete overview of rental properties in Groningen or the offerings in the Centrum district.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier, Groningen?
The average rent in the free sector in Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier is €1,159 per month, with a range from €390 to €2,300. This works out to about €7.29 per m² for an average area of 159 m². Social housing through housing associations is cheaper, but has long waiting lists.
Are there social housing units in Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier?
Yes, about 30% of homes in Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier are owned by housing associations. You can register with associations such as Lefier or Nijestee. Keep in mind that waiting times in the centre of Groningen can be considerable, sometimes several years.
What is it like to live in Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier?
Residents rate the neighbourhood 7.9 out of 10. It is a lively but not too busy central neighbourhood with many amenities within walking distance, green spaces at the Prinsentuin and the Stadsstrand, and a young, social character. A downside is that there is sometimes litter on the streets, which brings the cleanliness score to 6.8.
Is Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier suitable for students and starters?
Definitely. The neighbourhood has 2,725 residents aged 15 to 25 and 4,035 single-person households. The central location, the large supply of rental homes and the proximity to the university and the UMCG make it a popular place to rent a home as a student or starter.
How accessible is Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier?
Groningen Central Station is reachable by bike in less than ten minutes. Bus lines stop in the neighbourhood and the Grote Markt is a five-minute walk away. By car, you can reach the ring road (A7/A28) in about ten minutes. Parking is paid and permit-only, free spots are scarce.
What amenities are there in Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier?
You will find supermarkets (Albert Heijn, Jumbo within walking distance), various restaurants and cafés along the Nieuwe Ebbingestraat and Peperstraat, the Hortus Botanicus, primary schools and the ACLO sports centre nearby. Residents rate the amenities 8.8 out of 10.
How quickly are rental homes let in Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier?
Rental homes in the centre of Groningen generally go quickly, especially in the free sector. With 122 homes rented out in the past year, there is regular supply, but speed is important. Prepare your documents and respond immediately when a house becomes available that suits you.
Actually, everything is just fine. There are several eateries in the neighbourhood, supermarkets are close by, bus stops, you can park your bike easily, and with the city beach there is also a beautiful and well-known green area.
Auto-translated to English by AIReally great! All amenities are within walking distance, including a small park. You're in the city centre in no time. Nothing to complain about really
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is cosy and quiet. The park is easily accessible and the people in the area are friendly, but there is often litter on the streets, which is a shame.
Auto-translated to English by AIEverything is easily accessible. It's a cosy, green and pleasant neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIIn our neighbourhood, everyone knows each other a bit
Auto-translated to English by AIAccessibility by bike is great because it's very close to the city centre, but less so by car due to the crowds and many one-way streets. There are mainly buildings, so there isn't much greenery, but at the Nieuwe Kerkhof there's a nice little park with enough green; also, the neighbourhood borders the Noorderplantsoen, the largest park in the city. Hygiene leaves something to be desired; occasionally I see vomit from students or dog poop on the street. Safety also leaves something to be desired; there are quite a few junkies and homeless people on the street. As a man, I don't feel unsafe, but I can imagine women do. Also, bikes are often stolen, etc. The community is fine, not close-knit or anything, but diverse: many students, but also elderly people and couples. I occasionally have noise nuisance from students. Housing is very good in this neighbourhood: beautiful houses that represent the old centre well, combined with nice new-build apartment complexes. As for education, there's something for everyone within a 10-minute bike ride, from primary schools to the Zernike Campus. Finally, all the amenities I need are within walking or cycling distance.
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