Homes for sale in Badstratenbuurt, Groningen

House prices and market figures Badstratenbuurt, Groningen

Badstratenbuurt is a pronounced rental neighbourhood: about 80% of the housing stock consists of rental properties, a large part of which are with other landlords (50%) and housing associations (29%). Only 20% of the 564 homes are owner-occupied. This makes the supply of owner-occupied homes in Badstratenbuurt scarce, but not uninteresting.

The average WOZ value is €240,000, which is noticeably lower than the average in the district Oud-Zuid (€275,000) and well below the Groningen municipal average of €295,000. Yet realised purchase prices are higher: over the past twelve months, 12 homes were sold with an average purchase price of €300,250. The range runs from €169,000 to €550,000, indicating the diversity in supply. With an average living area of 78 m², this amounts to a price per square metre of approximately €3,850. These are typically smaller apartments and ground-bound homes in an older style. At the top of this page, see the current supply and the average asking price at this moment.

Living in Badstratenbuurt, Groningen

Badstratenbuurt visibly carries its age, and that is precisely what makes it special. Resident Jet Gerlach describes it aptly: "Oldest neighbourhood of the City of Groningen, next to the inner ring of the centre. Nice fishermen's cottages, many students but also seniors. Cosy." That characterisation is accurate. The neighbourhood lies directly next to the Groningen inner ring and has a distinctly historic character with small, compact homes dating from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Fishermen's cottages, narrow streets and dense construction give the neighbourhood its own face that you would look for in vain in new-build districts.

The population composition is young and dynamic. Of the 935 residents, the largest group is between 25 and 45 years old, but the group aged 15 to 25 is also strongly represented with 340 people. This translates into a lively street scene, but also into a high proportion of single-person households (595 out of a total of approximately 600 households). Only 6% of residents are married. This is not a neighbourhood for large families with a garden, but for people who want to live close to the city.

In terms of amenities, the neighbourhood scores highly. The city centre of Groningen with all its shops, markets, catering and cultural facilities is within walking distance. The main station is reachable within ten minutes by bike, and various bus lines run along the edge of the neighbourhood towards other parts of the city. The bicycle is the dominant mode of transport here, as in almost all of Groningen. For cars, the neighbourhood is less comfortable: parking is limited and the narrow streets are not designed for car traffic.

Green space is the weak point. With a partial score of 7.0 for green space, the neighbourhood scores lower than on other components. There are few large parks directly in the neighbourhood, although Noorderplantsoen is within reasonable cycling distance. Those who want green space daily should take that into account. In other areas, the neighbourhood is strong: safety (9.0), accessibility (9.0), community (9.0), education (9.0) and amenities (9.0) all score excellently. The total resident score comes out at 8.2 based on reviews via the neighbourhood main page of Badstratenbuurt.

Compared to nearby neighbourhoods such as Grunobuurt or the Herewegbuurt, Badstratenbuurt is more compact and historic in character. The Oosterpoort offers more space and a different type of housing supply. Those specifically looking for the combination of historic atmosphere, urban proximity and a neighbourhood community with both students and longer-term residents are in the right place in Badstratenbuurt.

Does an owner-occupied home in Badstratenbuurt suit you?

Buying in Badstratenbuurt is for people who appreciate urban proximity and have no objection to a compact living area. First-time buyers with a budget around €200,000 to €300,000 can find something here, although the supply is limited: only 12 homes were sold in the past year. This requires patience and alertness. The low share of owner-occupied homes (20%) means there is little turnover. Those considering buying an apartment in Badstratenbuurt would do well to act quickly when something becomes available. Keep in mind that asking prices can exceed the WOZ value. Those who want more supply or a slightly larger budget can also look at owner-occupied homes in Oud-Zuid as a broader search area. If buying is not feasible now, there are also rental homes in Badstratenbuurt available, although renting already dominates the street scene here.

What residents say about Badstratenbuurt

The neighbourhood scores an 8.2 out of 10 based on resident reviews. Notably high are the scores for safety, accessibility, community, education and amenities, all a 9.0. Green space (7.0) and beauty (6.0) are the components where residents are more critical. Jet Gerlach describes the neighbourhood as "the oldest neighbourhood of the City of Groningen, next to the inner ring of the centre" and emphasises the cosy character despite the mix of students and seniors. Read all reviews and neighbourhood data on the page of Badstratenbuurt.

Compare owner-occupied homes around Badstratenbuurt

Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and district data, so you not only find a home but also know whether the neighbourhood suits you. In addition to Badstratenbuurt, you can also look at other neighbourhoods in the district, such as Zeeheldenbuurt or Rivierenbuurt. For a broader picture of the city, you can consult the full overview of owner-occupied homes in Groningen, or compare with districts such as Centrum or Oosterparkwijk. The municipality of Groningen also provides information about living and the housing market via groningen.nl.