Rental homes in Oud-Zuid, Groningen
View the current rental property listings in Oud-Zuid, Groningen. Compare prices, read resident reviews, and find a rental property that suits you.
What does a rental property cost in Oud-Zuid?
Oud-Zuid is one of the most rented neighbourhoods in Groningen. As many as 69% of the more than 11,600 homes are rental properties, which is high compared to many other neighbourhoods in the municipality. Strikingly, only 24% of these are owned by a housing association. The remaining 45% are with private landlords and investors, meaning the supply in the free sector here is relatively large. In the past year, 311 homes were rented out in the free sector (excluding social housing and rooms), at an average rent of €1,127 per month. The range varies from €363 to €2,895, with an average floor area of 81 m². The WOZ value at €275,000 is slightly below the Groningen average of €295,000, and the average income of €30,400 is also lower than the €33,100 for the entire municipality. This does not necessarily translate into lower rents: demand for free-sector homes remains high due to the huge student population and the growing number of young professionals. At the top of this page you will always find the current daily price and the current supply of rental properties in Oud-Zuid.
Fishermen's cottages, pubs and neighbours who greet each other: the character of Oud-Zuid
Oud-Zuid scores a 7.2 out of 10 from residents on Buurtje.nl, based on 19 reviews. That figure does not tell the whole story. Looking at the sub-scores, safety stands out with an 8.2, as do accessibility (7.8) and amenities (7.9). Green space (6.4) and housing (6.7) fare somewhat less well. It is a neighbourhood that thrives on its diversity. Resident Nimira Virani (8.2/10) describes it aptly: "It is a social neighbourhood of students, young people, families and many single people. People easily greet each other." At the same time, Peter (6.5/10) dryly notes: "Good housing, poor cohesion." That contrast is typical. In the Oosterpoort and the Badstratenbuurt, many students live alongside older residents, and that does not always automatically lead to neighbourly contact.
The neighbourhood consists of very different areas. Jet Gerlach (8.2/10) calls it the "oldest neighbourhood of the city of Groningen, next to the inner ring of the centre. Nice fishermen's cottages, many students but also seniors." In the Rivierenbuurt you find a bit more peace and space, while the Herewegbuurt along the busy Hereweg has a different character with shops, eateries and through traffic. The Grunobuurt has been significantly renovated in recent years, and the Stadspark provides the green space that residents say the neighbourhood sometimes lacks. Myrthe (7.3/10) sums it up: "It is a cosy and, in my opinion, fairly safe neighbourhood. I have never felt uncomfortable, not during the day nor late at night."
In terms of accessibility, you are well placed. The centre is within walking distance, bus routes run via the Hereweg and the Zuiderdiep, and the main station can be reached by bike within ten minutes. You can do your shopping at the supermarkets on the Meeuwerderweg or on the Hereweg. There are plenty of pubs and restaurants, especially around the Oosterstraat and the Zuiderdiep. Ikarios (8.4/10) appreciates that: "The neighbourhood is very close to the centre, so I can easily get everywhere." He does miss social contact with neighbours, a point that comes up more often. Read more experiences of residents on the neighbourhood page of Oud-Zuid, where all reviews and detailed neighbourhood data are available.
Renting in Oud-Zuid: for whom, for whom not?
With nearly 7,700 residents aged 15 to 25 and over 8,200 aged 25 to 45, Oud-Zuid is clearly the domain of students and young professionals. 87% of households are single-person, and only 11% are married. If you want to rent an apartment in Oud-Zuid close to the centre, with pubs around the corner and short cycling distances, then you are in the right place. If you are looking for a quiet family life with plenty of green space and play areas, the neighbourhood is less obvious. The scores for green space (6.4) and education (6.6) confirm that. In that case, consider Zuidoost or look at homes for sale in Oud-Zuid if you are looking for more space and stability. Families with children often move to neighbourhoods like the Oosterparkwijk.
Searching for a rental property in Oud-Zuid
On Buurtje.nl you combine the current rental supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only find a rental home but also know where you are ending up. Use the filters at the top to search by price, floor area or energy label. Renting a house in Oud-Zuid is not always possible immediately due to high demand. Therefore, also look at the supply in Oud-West or Oud-Noord, or view all rental properties in Groningen. More information about municipal regulations can be found on the website of the municipality of Groningen.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental property in Oud-Zuid?
In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent over the past year was €1,127 per month, with an average area of 81 m². The range runs from €363 to €2,895 per month, depending on size and location within the neighbourhood.
Is Oud-Zuid a safe neighbourhood to look for a rental home?
Residents give Oud-Zuid an 8.2 out of 10 for safety, the highest sub-score of the neighbourhood. Several residents indicate they feel safe even late at night. However, it is good to know that the neighbourhood is lively due to the many students and hospitality venues, which can occasionally cause noise nuisance.
How is the accessibility if I rent a home in Oud-Zuid, Groningen?
Oud-Zuid borders directly on the centre of Groningen. The main station can be reached within ten minutes by bike. Bus routes run via the Hereweg and the Zuiderdiep. Residents give accessibility a 7.8 out of 10.
Are there many social housing units or mainly free sector in Oud-Zuid?
Of the more than 11,600 homes in Oud-Zuid, 69% are rental. Only 24% are under a housing association, while 45% are with private or other landlords. The supply in the free sector is therefore relatively large, but waiting times for social housing in Groningen are long.
Who is renting an apartment in Oud-Zuid suitable for?
Oud-Zuid is especially popular with students and young professionals. Nearly 72% of residents are between 15 and 45 years old, and 87% of households are single-person. Families with children find less green space and play areas here. The score for green space is 6.4 and for education 6.6 out of 10.
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Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a social neighbourhood of students, young people, families and many single people. People greet each other easily. With the many pubs it is lively, little going on. I experience it as a social neighbourhood where people are there for each other and easily strike up a conversation. I feel safe here in the neighbourhood and don't mind taking a walk in the evening. Many shops, GPs, pharmacy, supermarket, hairdressers and dining options. Also very nice that there are children living in the area and the community centre is always nice to stay with many activities.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a cosy and, in my opinion, fairly safe neighbourhood. I've never felt uncomfortable, at least. Not during the day or late at night. I don't experience much nuisance and am otherwise very happy with the place where I live.
Auto-translated to English by AIUnfortunately it is 100% safe but that is almost everywhere. Nice nature atmosphere and beautiful to live in
Auto-translated to English by AII think it's a very nice neighbourhood, very tidy and beautiful, and I really enjoy it. The neighbourhood is also very close to the centre, so I can easily get everywhere. Paddepoel or Selwerd are a bit far away, but I hardly ever go there anyway. I sometimes miss social contact with neighbours, and a few more communal spaces in the neighbourhood would be nice.
Auto-translated to English by AIOldest neighbourhood of the city of Groningen, next to the inner ring of the centre. Nice fishermen's cottages, many students but also seniors. Cosy ......
Auto-translated to English by AIOld-fashioned cosiness, good contact with the neighbours
Auto-translated to English by AIHave been living here for 4 years!! Very nice.
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