Homes for sale in Oud-West, Groningen
View the current supply of homes for sale in Oud-West, including neighbourhood scores and resident reviews. Compare homes and discover if this district suits you.
What does a home in Oud-West cost?
Oud-West is a neighbourhood where most residents rent: only 36% of the more than 7,700 homes are owner-occupied. This limited supply is reflected in the prices. The average purchase price over the past year was €381,940, with a range of €175,000 to €1,250,000. The average WOZ value in Oud-West is €296,000, almost equal to the Groningen average of €295,000. That sounds modest, but actual transaction prices are significantly higher. The housing stock consists mainly of apartments and upper-floor flats, with an average living area of 95 m². Single-family homes do exist but are scarce and sell quickly. At the top of this page you can see the current listings and asking prices.
Living in Oud-West: cosy, compact and everything close by
Oud-West is one of those neighbourhoods in Groningen where you feel like you live in the city without the hustle and bustle of the centre. The neighbourhood scores 7.9 out of 10 from residents based on 17 reviews, with notably high marks for accessibility (8.8) and amenities (8.3). Resident Dion describes it aptly: "The neighbourhood immediately feels like coming home. It's very quiet, yet there's always something going on. Everything you need is within walking distance." Many residents share that experience. On the Oud-West neighbourhood page you can read all the reviews and sub-scores.
You're well off in terms of amenities. In the area around Kostverloren you'll find a Spar supermarket, a snack bar, hairdresser, bicycle repair shop and a primary school with after-school care, all within a three-minute walk. Noorderplantsoen park, directly adjacent to the Noorderplantsoenbuurt, is the large green heart of this side of the city. Children play in spacious playgrounds, and in summer the park is a meeting place for the whole neighbourhood. The Oranjebuurt also has an active neighbourhood association with its own building and regular activities. Resident Nem notes that the social character is changing somewhat due to new residents, but the connecting initiatives are still there.
Accessibility is one of the strongest points. Groningen's main railway station is a five to ten-minute bike ride away, depending on where in the neighbourhood you live. Bus lines towards the centre and the rest of the city stop along Nieuwe Ebbingestraat and Westerhaven. The A7 motorway and ring road are reachable within ten minutes by car. By bike, you're in the centre in five minutes, which is the daily reality for many residents. More information about municipal plans and facilities can be found on the Groningen municipality website. The neighbourhood has a high education level (53% highly educated) and a large group of 15- to 25-year-olds due to the proximity of the university and Noorderplantsoen as a student route. This gives the neighbourhood a young, lively character, although in some streets in the Schildersbuurt this can also cause a bit more commotion.
Is Oud-West right for you as a buyer?
Living in Oud-West attracts a wide audience. First-time buyers with an above-average budget can find apartments from around €175,000, although you should expect to overbid in popular streets. For families, the combination of schools, playgrounds and a cosy atmosphere is appealing, but larger single-family homes are scarce and expensive. Upsizers and seniors often consciously choose the walking distance to amenities. When buying, take into account additional costs such as transfer tax (2%), notary and valuation costs. Is buying in Oud-West just out of reach? Then also check out the rental properties in Oud-West as an alternative, as the rental supply here is significantly larger.
Searching for a home in Oud-West and surroundings
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home in Oud-West, Groningen?
The average purchase price in Oud-West over the past year was €381,940. Prices vary widely, from around €175,000 for a smaller apartment to €1,250,000 for the more expensive homes. The average living area is 95 m².
What additional costs do I have when buying a home in Oud-West?
When buying a home in Oud-West, in addition to the purchase price, you pay transfer tax (2% for homes), notary fees, appraisal costs, and possibly advice and brokerage fees for your mortgage. Expect around 4 to 6% in additional costs on top of the purchase price.
What type of homes can I buy in Oud-West?
The supply mainly consists of apartments and upper-floor flats. Single-family homes exist but are scarce. Only 36% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, so supply changes quickly. Buying an apartment in Oud-West often requires quick action.
How is the accessibility of Oud-West in Groningen?
Oud-West scores an 8.8 on accessibility among residents. The main train station is a five to ten-minute bike ride away. Bus lines stop along Nieuwe Ebbingestraat and Westerhaven, and the ring road and A7 are accessible by car within ten minutes.
What is the WOZ value of homes in Oud-West compared to Groningen?
The average WOZ value in Oud-West is €296,000, almost equal to the municipal average of €295,000. Actual transaction prices are higher, averaging around €381,940. Keep that in mind if you are considering buying a home in Oud-West.
It's the first time I live in the city, so it took some getting used to, but the neighbourhood immediately feels like coming home. It's very quiet, yet there's always something going on. Everything you need is within walking distance, so you never have to stress if you need something. A nice little park right on your doorstep, where you can sit comfortably and enjoyably (especially in summer).
Auto-translated to English by AIDespite the population density, quiet and pleasant
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood with many families and people of different ages and lifestyles. There is a Spar, cafeteria, hairdresser, electronics shop, bicycle shop, primary school and an after-school childcare all within a maximum of 3 minutes' walk. Children can play in the large playground located between the after-school childcare and the primary school, and for the older children the city is just around the corner and you can get there quickly by bike.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt was a very social neighbourhood. People looked out for and helped each other. That hasn't completely disappeared, but due to many new residents who prefer to keep to themselves, the sense of community is diminishing. However, we do have a neighbourhood association including a building with many connecting activities for everyone. A beautiful pond with a playground that are well maintained and heavily used. People here generally have a green heart, so you won't find any tiled paradises like in Vinkhuizen, allowing animals such as hedgehogs, birds, and insects to live here too. Orange neighbourhood is my neighbourhood!!!
Auto-translated to English by AILived there my whole life with great pleasure. Always cosy, nice neighbours. Park around the corner. Great!
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is pleasant living in Kostverloren. Quiet neighbourhood. Mix of students, elderly and young families. Nice communal garden. Very occasionally nuisance in the neighbourhood, that can be counted on one hand per year.
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood, usually quite quiet. I also have nice neighbours and the house is of good quality. In short, little to complain about.
Auto-translated to English by AII think it's a nice neighbourhood, but I do think there should be more places for the hanging out youth.
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