Rental homes in Rivierenbuurt, Groningen

Rental prices and market figures for Rivierenbuurt, Groningen

Rivierenbuurt is a predominantly rental neighbourhood: 73% of the 2,679 homes are rental properties, compared to 26% owner-occupied. Of the total housing stock, 34% belongs to housing corporations (social housing) and 39% is owned by other landlords, such as private investors and institutional parties. This makes the free-market rental sector notably large here.

In the free-market sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), 80 homes were rented out over the past twelve months at an average rent of €985 per month. The range runs from €503 to €1,795 per month, with an average floor area of 96 m². That works out to about €10.26 per m². The average WOZ value is €269,000, slightly below the average for the Oud-Zuid district (€275,000) and clearly lower than the municipal average of €295,000. The average income of €29,800 is also lower than in the rest of Groningen (€33,100). For current daily prices and the number of available rental homes in Rivierenbuurt, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Rivierenbuurt, Groningen

Rivierenbuurt is located in the south of Groningen, wedged between the Helperzoom and the Stadspark. The street names refer to rivers: Eems, Hunze, Reitdiep, Peizerweg. It is a neighbourhood with predominantly post-war construction from the 1950s and 1960s, with three- to four-storey porch flats, supplemented by terraced houses and some newer apartment complexes. The atmosphere is quiet and somewhat unremarkable compared to the livelier Oosterpoort or the city centre. Yet, there are notably many young adults living here: the largest age group is 25 to 45 years (1,710 residents), followed by 15 to 25 years (1,475). As many as 2,525 households are single-person, and only 12% are married. So it is primarily a neighbourhood of single starters and young professionals.

Facilities in Rivierenbuurt

For daily groceries, you go to Aldi and Lidl on the Helperzoom, or to Albert Heijn on Overwinningsplein, which is within walking distance. On Meeuwerderweg and towards the Oosterpoort, you will find smaller specialist shops and eateries. For larger shopping needs, the city centre is a five-minute bike ride away. In terms of education, there are primary schools in the immediate vicinity, but residents give education a modest 4.8 out of 10. Sports facilities are available via the nearby Stadspark, where you can go running, and the Esserberg sports park is a stone's throw away. A GP practice and pharmacy are present within the neighbourhood. Residents rate the facilities a strong 8.7 out of 10.

Accessibility of Rivierenbuurt

By bike, you can reach the centre of Groningen in five to ten minutes, and Groningen station is a ten-minute bike ride away. Bus lines towards the centre and the main station stop at the Helperzoom and the Verlengde Hereweg. By car, the ring road (S100) is quickly accessible via the Helperzoom, providing connections to the A28 towards Assen and the A7 towards Drachten. Parking is permit-based in parts of the neighbourhood, but free parking is still possible in the quieter streets. Residents give accessibility a 7.3 out of 10.

Character and residents

Rivierenbuurt scores a 6.8 out of 10 based on six resident reviews. Safety stands out positively with a 9.0. That is remarkably high and is confirmed by several residents. "I always feel safe here, even late at night," writes a resident on the neighbourhood page of Rivierenbuurt. Residents are less enthusiastic about the greenery in the neighbourhood (5.8) and the appearance of the buildings (beauty: 6.2). The neighbourhood looks somewhat austere, with concrete porch flats that are not always well-maintained. Compared to the Herewegbuurt, which is closer to the city centre and has more pre-war architecture, Rivierenbuurt is more functional and less atmospheric. If you are looking for a livelier streetscape, you could also check what is available for rent in the Zeeheldenbuurt or the Grunobuurt, which has recently been extensively renovated.

Is Rivierenbuurt right for you as a tenant?

A rental home in Rivierenbuurt is particularly interesting for single starters and young professionals who want to live affordably in Groningen-Zuid, without being far from the city centre. Rental prices in the free-market sector are on average slightly below the municipal average, and with 34% corporation homes, there are also opportunities in social housing, although waiting lists at corporations like Lefier and De Huismeesters are long. If you want to rent an apartment in Rivierenbuurt, prepare your documents (employer's statement, payslips) in advance, because homes go quickly. For families, the neighbourhood is less obvious due to the limited supply of single-family homes and the mediocre score on education. Would you rather consider buying? Then check the supply of homes for sale in Rivierenbuurt, where the WOZ value of €269,000 is relatively accessible.

What residents say about Rivierenbuurt

With an overall score of 6.8 based on six reviews, Rivierenbuurt is a neighbourhood without major outliers, except for safety (9.0). Residents appreciate the peace and the feeling of safety, but miss greenery and a stronger neighbourhood community (6.2). "It's not a neighbourhood where you know your neighbours well, but it is quiet and you have everything nearby," a resident sums it up. The lowest score goes to education (4.8). Read all reviews and experiences on the review page of Rivierenbuurt.

Compare rental homes in Rivierenbuurt with surrounding neighbourhoods

Do you want to rent a home in Rivierenbuurt but are still unsure? Then compare with the neighbourhoods in the rest of Oud-Zuid. The Oosterpoort is livelier and more expensive, while De Meeuwen is even quieter and cheaper. Looking in another part of the city? Then also check the supply in Oud-West or the city centre. On Buurtje.nl, we combine available rental homes 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 suits you. More information about living in Groningen can also be found on the website of the municipality of Groningen.