Rental homes in Zuidwest, Groningen

What does a rental property cost in Zuidwest? Well above the Groningen average

Zuidwest is one of the more expensive neighbourhoods to rent in Groningen. In the free sector, the average rent over the past year was €1,307 per month, with a range of €595 to €2,000. That is substantial, but fits the character of the neighbourhood: the average WOZ value here is €320,000, well above the municipal average of €295,000. The average disposable income of €38,500 is also higher than the €33,100 in the rest of Groningen. Zuidwest is therefore a neighbourhood where relatively affluent households live.

Of the more than 6,000 homes in Zuidwest, 59% are rental properties. Nearly two-thirds of these (39% of the total) are owned by housing corporations, while the remaining 20% fall under private or institutional landlords. This means that supply in the free sector is limited. Over the past year, only 53 homes were rented out in the free sector, with an average floor area of 96 m². Want to know what is currently available? Check the current overview at the top of this page, as supply changes quickly.

Quiet, green and well-connected: how residents experience Zuidwest

On Buurtje.nl, residents give Zuidwest a 7.6 out of 10. That score does not tell the whole story, but the sub-scores are revealing. Accessibility scores a 9.0, and that is no surprise. The ring road is just around the corner, bus lines to the city centre and station run frequently, and by bike you are in the city centre in ten minutes. Safety and sense of community both score an 8.5. Residents describe Zuidwest as a quiet, pleasant environment where you know your neighbours without it becoming a village-like social control.

The neighbourhood consists of very different areas, each with its own character. Piccardthof is the new-build area on the south side, popular with young families due to its spacious layout and playgrounds. Corpus den Hoorn is the heart of the neighbourhood, with the Paddepoel-Zuid shopping centre, GPs and the Albert Heijn on the Hoornsedijk. Around Hoornse Meer you will find recreation and water homes, while Hoornse Park mainly consists of 1970s single-family homes with large gardens. What stands out: greenery scores a 6.5, lower than you would expect for a neighbourhood with a lake and parks. Residents indicate that some parts, particularly around Bruilweering and Van Swieten, are somewhat stony and that green maintenance could be better.

Education scores a 6.0. There are primary schools in the neighbourhood, but for secondary education you have to go elsewhere in the city. That is a point of attention for families with teenagers. Those who want to read more about residents' experiences can find extensive reviews on the Zuidwest neighbourhood page. The municipality of Groningen also has information about ongoing neighbourhood projects and redevelopment plans.

Renting in Zuidwest: for whom and for whom not?

With 3,300 single-person households and a large group of 25- to 45-year-olds, Zuidwest mainly attracts working singles and couples. The rental prices in the free sector make it less suitable for students or starters on a tight budget. Finding a rental home under €800 here is exceptional. Families looking for space are more likely to end up in Piccardthof or Hoornse Park, but also pay a premium there. Are you looking for a home to buy? Then check the supply of homes for sale in Zuidwest, because with 41% owner-occupied homes, there are regularly options. For those who find Zuidwest's budget too high: renting an apartment in Zuidwest is not the only option. Similar peace and quiet can be found in Oud-Zuid, and those who want more bustle can look at the Centre.

Searching for a rental property in Zuidwest: current supply and neighbourhood data

On Buurtje.nl you will find the current rental supply in Zuidwest, including filters on price, floor area and energy label. Combine that with the resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics on this page to get a good picture. Want to search more broadly? Then also check the supply in all of Groningen or compare with nearby neighbourhoods such as Oud-West and the Oosterparkwijk.