Homes for sale in Onnen Dorp, Groningen
Discover the current supply of homes for sale in Onnen Dorp and view neighbourhood data, resident scores and market figures to determine if this village suits you.
House prices and market figures Onnen Dorp, Groningen
The owner-occupied market in Onnen Dorp is pronounced. With 77% owner-occupied homes in the housing stock, this is clearly a home-owning neighbourhood, with only 23% of homes being rented out. The average WOZ value is €470,000, which is significantly higher than the municipal average of Groningen (€295,000), but lower than the district average of Glimmen-Onnen-Noordlaren as a whole (€561,000). That difference is striking and has to do with the type of homes sold in the district as a whole.
In the past twelve months, seven homes changed hands, with an average purchase price of €775,357. The range is wide: from €399,000 to €1,990,000, indicating that Onnen Dorp has both entry-level homes and spacious detached houses. With an average living area of 167 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €4,645. That is a substantial amount, but fits the rural and green character of the village. The supply consists mainly of detached houses and semi-detached houses; buying apartments in Onnen Dorp is virtually out of the question. At the top of the page, see the current supply and the average asking price at this moment.
Living in Onnen Dorp, Groningen
Onnen Dorp is a small, quiet village in the Groningen coulisse landscape, directly south of the city of Groningen. With 440 inhabitants and 180 homes, it is one of the smallest neighbourhoods in the municipality, but that is precisely what people appreciate here. The buildings are varied: there are older farmhouses and characteristic village homes alongside newer detached houses, often on spacious plots with plenty of greenery around them. Anyone looking for a home to buy here consciously chooses peace, space and a recognisable village community.
Facilities in the village itself are limited, which is to be expected for a village of this size. There is no supermarket in Onnen Dorp itself; for that you drive to Haren, a few minutes away, or to the city of Groningen. In Haren you will find a full range of facilities: supermarkets, primary schools, GPs and shops. Onnen Dorp does have a village hall and an active community that regularly organises activities. The community score of 10 out of 10 in the resident reviews is no coincidence: people know each other here, and you notice that.
In terms of accessibility, Onnen Dorp is well connected for a village of this size. The A28 is a short distance away, giving you quick access to the motorway towards Groningen or Assen. By car, you can reach the centre of Groningen in about ten minutes. There is a bus route via Haren to Groningen, but the frequency is limited, so a car is almost indispensable in practice. Cyclists can cycle to Groningen via the rural cycle path along the Paterswoldsemeer, an attractive route of about seven kilometres. Onnen Dorp does not have its own station; the nearest train station is Groningen or Haren.
Residents rate Onnen Dorp with a 7.9 out of 10, based on one review. The community score really stands out with a perfect 10. Accessibility (8.0), green spaces (8.0), beauty (8.0) and facilities (8.0) also score well. Safety (7.0), housing (7.0) and education (7.0) are slightly lower, but still more than adequate. One resident describes it as: "A wonderfully quiet village where everyone knows each other and nature is just around the corner." See all reviews and neighbourhood data on the Onnen Dorp neighbourhood page.
Compared to neighbouring villages, Onnen Dorp has its own character. Glimmen Dorp and Noordlaren Dorp are similar in atmosphere, but Onnen Dorp is the smallest of the three and therefore has the most intimate character. Those looking for more space and rural area can also look at Buitengebied Onnen, where the homes are even further from the village and the plots are generally larger. For a complete picture of the supply in the area, the homes for sale in Glimmen-Onnen-Noordlaren are a good starting point.
Who is a home to buy in Onnen Dorp interesting for?
Onnen Dorp mainly attracts people aged 45 to 65, and that is visible in the atmosphere: it is not a neighbourhood for those seeking hustle and bustle. Families with school-age children can live here perfectly well, but must take into account the drive to school and sports club in Haren or Groningen. First-time buyers find it difficult: with an average purchase price of over €775,000 and a minimum price of €399,000, buying in Onnen Dorp is financially heavy. Upsizers and people who consciously choose peace and space fit in better here. Be honest with yourself about car dependency. Anyone who does not have or want a car will be less comfortable here. Are the prices too high or do you want to get to know the neighbourhood better first? Then look at the rental homes in Onnen Dorp as an alternative.
What residents say about Onnen Dorp
Onnen Dorp receives an overall score of 7.9 out of 10. The community score is remarkably high: a 10. Residents appreciate the peace, nature and social character of the village. The lowest scores go to safety, housing and education, each with a 7.0, but these are not alarm bells. One resident writes: "A wonderfully quiet village where everyone knows each other and nature is just around the corner." Want to read more about experiences of people who live here? On the Onnen Dorp neighbourhood page you will find all reviews and scores per category.
Compare homes for sale in Onnen Dorp with the surroundings
Buurtje.nl brings together the current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources on one page, supplemented with resident reviews and neighbourhood data that you will not find anywhere else. This way you can compare not only homes, but also neighbourhoods. In addition to Onnen Dorp, Glimmen Dorp and Zuidlaardermeer are interesting alternatives in the region. Those considering the step to the city will find a different kind of supply among the homes for sale in Groningen as a whole, or in more urban districts such as Oud-Zuid. For municipal policy and local information, we refer to the website of the municipality of Groningen.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in Onnen Dorp?
In the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Onnen Dorp was €775,357. Prices ranged from €399,000 to €1,990,000, with an average living area of 167 m². This equates to a price per square metre of approximately €4,645. The supply consists almost exclusively of detached and semi-detached houses; buying an apartment in Onnen Dorp is hardly an option.
What is the WOZ value in Onnen Dorp?
The average WOZ value in Onnen Dorp is €470,000. This is significantly above the municipal average of Groningen, which stands at €295,000. Compared to the broader district of Glimmen-Onnen-Noordlaren (€561,000), Onnen Dorp is slightly lower, partly explained by the type of homes in the neighbourhood.
What is it like to live in Onnen Dorp?
Living in Onnen Dorp means choosing peace, space and a close-knit village life. It is a small village with 440 residents, surrounded by the Groningen coulisse landscape. Residents rate the neighbourhood 7.9 out of 10, with a notably high community score of 10. The atmosphere is rural and quiet; those expecting hustle and bustle and many amenities within walking distance will not find it here.
Is Onnen Dorp suitable for families with children?
Families can certainly live in Onnen Dorp, but must take into account the limited local amenities. There are no schools or supermarkets in the village itself; these are found in nearby Haren. The oldest age group in the neighbourhood is 45 to 65 years, indicating that the village attracts more movers than young families. A car is almost essential for families.
How accessible is Onnen Dorp?
By car, Onnen Dorp is well accessible: the A28 is a short distance away and the centre of Groningen can be reached in about ten minutes. By bike, there is an attractive route via the Paterswoldsemeer, approximately seven kilometres to the city. Public transport is limited; there is a bus via Haren to Groningen, but the frequency is low. There is no own train station; the nearest station is Groningen or Haren.
What types of homes are for sale in Onnen Dorp?
The supply in Onnen Dorp consists almost entirely of detached and semi-detached houses, often on spacious plots. The housing stock is varied: from characteristic older village homes and farmhouses to newer detached houses. The average living area of sold homes in the past year was 167 m². Buying an apartment in Onnen Dorp is practically not an option.
How green is Onnen Dorp and what are the opportunities for recreation?
Onnen Dorp scores an 8.0 for green space in resident reviews, and rightly so. The village lies in the middle of the Groningen coulisse landscape, with meadows, woodlands and the Paterswoldsemeer within cycling distance. Walking and cycling from your doorstep is very common here. For those who value nature and outdoor living, this is one of the most attractive aspects of buying a home in Onnen Dorp.
A lot is organised by various associations, from music to all kinds of activities and festivities. There is an ice rink (in summer a large football field), playground, basketball court and a mini library. We have a community centre with a village pub. We still have an old-fashioned village newspaper with information for and about the villagers. Walk each other's dog? No problem! Feed the cats during the holidays? Check! Neighbourhood drinks next week? Cosy! Walking or cycling, you are in the middle of nature in no time (the Onner polder or the forest). It's lovely living in a quiet village, but there is also plenty to do. I've been living here for 7 years now and I'm sure many more years will follow. Points for improvement? Finding a house here is not easy. Few houses are for sale and those that are for sale are pricey, very difficult for starters/young families. Previously, the bus ran all day to/through Onnen, now only in the morning and afternoon. A pity.
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