Homes for sale in Helpman, Groningen

House prices and market figures for Helpman, Groningen

The owner-occupied market in Helpman is roughly fifty-fifty: about half of the 3,382 homes are owner-occupied, the other half are rented out. This mix makes the neighbourhood more accessible than you might expect, but the supply of owner-occupied homes is not endless at the same time. The average WOZ value is €283,000, which is lower than the district average for Helpman and surroundings (€327,000) and also slightly below the Groningen average of €295,000. This difference is related to the housing mix: in addition to ground-level homes, there are also relatively many smaller apartments in the neighbourhood.

In the past twelve months, 72 owner-occupied homes in Helpman were sold for an average purchase price of €306,382. The range runs from €150,000 to €785,000, indicating that both starter homes and larger family homes come onto the market. The average living area is 85 m², which works out to a price of about €3,600 per square metre. For the most current asking prices and the current supply, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Helpman, Groningen

Helpman is a quiet, greenish neighbourhood on the south side of Groningen. Anyone cycling through it for the first time will notice that the buildings are more varied than in many other city neighbourhoods: you will find pre-war townhouses and 1930s homes alongside post-war terraced houses and porch flats from the 1960s and 1970s. This gives the neighbourhood a certain layered quality, but also a somewhat irregular streetscape. Helpmanweg and the area around Helperplein form the heart of the neighbourhood, with a mix of shops, eateries and daily amenities.

When it comes to grocery shopping, you are well served: there are three supermarkets within walking distance, which is remarkably many for a neighbourhood of this size. Resident Jelmer explicitly mentions this as a plus point. Furthermore, there are GP practices, a pharmacy and a number of primary schools in the immediate vicinity. Sterrebos, a city park on the edge of the neighbourhood, offers green space for a walk or a run. The resident score for green space stands at 7.0, which matches this picture: present, but not overwhelming.

Accessibility scores the highest of all sub-scores with a 9.0. That is justified: several bus lines connect Helpman with the city centre and the main station. However, it is good to know that by bike you should allow about fifteen minutes to the city centre. Jelmer writes about this: "To get to the centre it is always 15 minutes by bike, so that is a shame." For those who need to go to the centre daily, that is a point to consider in your decision. By car, Helpman is well connected to the rest of the city and the region via the southern ring road.

The social atmosphere in Helpman is somewhat reserved. The community score stands at 5.0, the lowest sub-score. Jelmer describes it aptly: "Mostly every man for himself, with occasional attempts to build community." That does not mean it is an unpleasant neighbourhood, but if you are looking for an active neighbourhood community with a lot of mutual contact, you should adjust your expectations. Safety scores well with an 8.0, and amenities also get an 8.0. More reviews and the full neighbourhood data can be found on the neighbourhood main page of Helpman.

Compared to nearby neighbourhoods, Helpman has a somewhat average character. The Villabuurt south of Helpman is more exclusive and expensive, while De Wijert has a more pronounced post-war residential character. The Sterrebosbuurt borders directly on Helpman and has a greener appearance. Those who want to understand the broader context can also look at the supply in the district Helpman and surroundings as a whole.

Does an owner-occupied home in Helpman suit you as a buyer?

Helpman mainly attracts young professionals and couples: the largest age group is 25 to 45 years, and the proportion of highly educated people at 57% is clearly above the Groningen average. First-time buyers can find something here, but must reckon with an average sale price of over €300,000 and a range that starts at the lower end at €150,000. That lower segment usually concerns smaller apartments. Families also find homes, but the supply is more limited than in the more pronounced family neighbourhoods. If buying is not feasible at the moment, the rental housing market in Helpman offers an alternative: half of the housing stock is rented out. If you want to buy an apartment in Helpman, there are options in the lower price segment, but do not expect a wide supply.

What residents say about Helpman

Helpman receives an average resident score of 7.1 out of 10. The highest sub-scores go to accessibility (9.0) and safety (8.0), while community (5.0) and housing (6.0) come out lower. Resident Jelmer sums it up: "Mostly every man for himself, with occasional attempts to build community." He appreciates the three supermarkets within walking distance and the other amenities, but mentions the cycling distance to the centre as a drawback. All reviews and scores per category can be found on the page of the neighbourhood Helpman.

Compare owner-occupied homes in and around Helpman

On Buurtje.nl you will find owner-occupied homes in Helpman bundled from more than 1,500 sources, supplemented with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district data that you will not find in this combination anywhere else. This way you can first determine whether the neighbourhood suits you, and only then search the supply. If you want to look more broadly, Coendersborg and Klein Martijn are nearby neighbourhoods with their own character. The districts Oud-Zuid and Centrum are also worth a look. For a complete overview of buying a house in Groningen, see all owner-occupied homes in Groningen. More about living and life in the city can also be found on the website of the municipality of Groningen.