Homes for sale in Paddepoel-Zuid, Groningen
Discover homes for sale in Paddepoel-Zuid and view the current listings, recent sale prices, and what residents think of this Groningen neighbourhood.
House prices and market figures for Paddepoel-Zuid, Groningen
The owner-occupied market in Paddepoel-Zuid is relatively small: only 21% of the housing stock is owner-occupied, while 78% is rented out. This makes supply scarce and the market limited. In the past twelve months, 13 homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €284,731. Prices ranged from €189,500 to €498,000, showing that both entry-level and larger homes are available in the neighbourhood. With an average living area of 92 m², this works out to approximately €3,095 per square metre.
The WOZ value in Paddepoel-Zuid is €257,000. This is higher than the average for the Noordwest district (€238,000), but lower than the municipal average for Groningen (€295,000). So Paddepoel-Zuid falls into an affordable segment by Groningen standards. The housing supply mainly consists of porch flats and gallery flats from the 1960s and 1970s, with the occasional ground-level terraced house. Check the current supply and average asking price at the top of this page for the most recent market situation.
Living in Paddepoel-Zuid, Groningen
Paddepoel-Zuid is a neighbourhood you wouldn't immediately describe as hip or trendy, but rather as functional, green and remarkably well-organised for daily life. The district was built in the 1960s and 1970s, and this is reflected in the architecture: apartment blocks, porch flats and wide streets with plenty of greenery in between. No narrow canal houses or 1930s villas, but a spacious layout with squares, parks and cycling routes running through the neighbourhood.
Resident Shinehah describes it aptly: "Living in Paddepoel feels to me like living in a small city within the city. Everything I need is close by: the shopping centre around the corner, the bus to the city centre at my doorstep and the Zernike campus within walking distance." That sense of compactness and self-sufficiency is characteristic of Paddepoel-Zuid. You have the city around you, but the neighbourhood has enough facilities of its own that you rarely feel you have to travel for anything.
The Paddepoel shopping centre is the hub of daily life. Here you'll find supermarkets, a pharmacy, a library, shops for daily groceries and various eateries. Resident Iris emphasises: "The shop is a 2-minute walk away and open until 10pm, and there are many other nice shops in the shopping centre." The facilities score of 8.1 out of 10 in the resident reviews is therefore not surprising: this is one of the neighbourhood's strongest points.
For accessibility, the neighbourhood scores a 7.0. Several bus lines connect Paddepoel-Zuid directly to the centre of Groningen, about ten minutes' travel time. The Zernike campus, home to the University of Groningen and Hanze University of Applied Sciences, is within cycling distance. By car, the ring road is quickly accessible, connecting to the A7 towards Drachten and the A28 towards Assen. Parking is possible on most streets, although it can be busier near the shopping centre.
The neighbourhood has a mixed character. The largest group of residents is between 25 and 45 years old, and there are relatively many single-person households. You notice this in the atmosphere: it's not a typical family neighbourhood, but not exclusively a student area either. There are primary schools in the area and playgrounds in the green strips. The neighbourhood score stands at 7.0 out of 10, with community (6.6) and beauty (6.1) being the lowest sub-scores. Resident Laura adds nuance: "Quite a lot happens in the Paddepoel area. Fortunately, I experience less of it myself and live in a nice location." This indicates that experiences can vary per street.
Compared to neighbouring areas like Paddepoel-Noord or Selwerd, Paddepoel-Zuid has a slightly more central location relative to the shopping centre. Zernike Campus has a very different character: more campus, less residential neighbourhood. Read all resident reviews and neighbourhood data on the Paddepoel-Zuid page.
Who is a home in Paddepoel-Zuid interesting for?
Paddepoel-Zuid is particularly attractive for first-time buyers and young dual-income couples who want to buy in Groningen without paying top dollar. The average purchase price of €284,731 is below the municipal average, offering room for buyers with a limited budget. The location is also practical for people working at Zernike or the UMCG. The limited supply of owner-occupied homes (only 21% of the stock) does mean you need to act quickly when something becomes available. If you want more choice, you can also look at homes for sale in Noordwest as a whole. Considering renting as an intermediate step? Then check out the rental homes in Paddepoel-Zuid as an alternative.
What residents say about Paddepoel-Zuid
Based on 7 reviews, the neighbourhood scores an average of 7.0 out of 10. Facilities score highest at 8.1, while beauty (6.1) and sense of community (6.6) lag somewhat behind. Resident Laura describes it positively: "I haven't lived here long, but from what I've seen so far, it's always clean, people are sociable and accessibility to the shops is very good." All ratings per category can be found on the neighbourhood page for Paddepoel-Zuid.
Comparing homes for sale in Paddepoel-Zuid with other neighbourhoods
Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only find a home but also know whether the neighbourhood suits you. In addition to Paddepoel-Zuid, you can also look at homes in Selwerderhof or Tuinwijk for a different character within the same region. Want to search more broadly in the city? Then check the overview of homes for sale in Groningen or explore popular districts such as Oud-Zuid and Centrum. More about municipal housing policy and local developments can be found on the website of the municipality of Groningen.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of a home in Paddepoel-Zuid?
In the past twelve months, 13 homes were sold in Paddepoel-Zuid, with an average purchase price of €284,731. Prices ranged from €189,500 to €498,000. With an average living area of 92 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €3,095. This makes Paddepoel-Zuid relatively affordable compared to the Groningen average.
What is the WOZ value in Paddepoel-Zuid?
The average WOZ value in Paddepoel-Zuid is €257,000. This is higher than the average for the Noordwest district (€238,000), but lower than the municipal average of Groningen (€295,000). Paddepoel-Zuid thus falls into a middle segment within the municipality.
What is it like to live in Paddepoel-Zuid?
Living in Paddepoel-Zuid means living in a green, functionally designed neighbourhood with good amenities within walking distance. The neighbourhood has a mixed character, with both quiet residential streets and a lively shopping centre. Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.0 out of 10, with amenities standing out at 8.1. The atmosphere is more practical and accessible than exclusive or trendy.
Is Paddepoel-Zuid suitable for first-time buyers?
Yes, Paddepoel-Zuid is certainly interesting for first-time buyers. The average purchase price of €284,731 is below the Groningen average, and entry-level prices start from €189,500. However, supply is limited: only 21% of the housing stock consists of owner-occupied homes. Those looking to buy in Paddepoel-Zuid should act quickly when something becomes available. As an alternative, rental properties are also available in the neighbourhood.
How accessible is Paddepoel-Zuid?
Paddepoel-Zuid scores a 7.0 for accessibility in resident reviews. Several bus lines run directly to the centre of Groningen, with a travel time of about ten minutes. By bike, the Zernike campus is easily accessible. By car, the neighbourhood connects quickly to the ring road and from there to the A7 and A28. Parking is possible on most streets, although it can be busier around the shopping centre.
What types of homes are for sale in Paddepoel-Zuid?
The housing supply in Paddepoel-Zuid mainly consists of porch flats and gallery flats dating from the 1960s and 1970s. Here and there, ground-level terraced houses can also be found. The average living area of sold homes over the past year was 92 m². Buying an apartment in Paddepoel-Zuid is therefore a realistic option, especially for first-time buyers or those who want little maintenance.
How green is Paddepoel-Zuid and are there schools nearby?
Green space scores a 7.0 in resident reviews, and rightly so: the neighbourhood is spacious with parks, green strips and playgrounds between the housing blocks. Residents mention the greenery as one of the pleasant aspects of the neighbourhood. There are primary schools in the immediate vicinity, and the Zernike campus with higher education is within cycling distance. Education scores a 7.0 in neighbourhood reviews.
Living in Paddepoel feels to me like living in a small town within the city. Everything I need is close by: the shopping centre around the corner, the bus to the city centre at my doorstep, and the Zernike campus within walking distance. The neighbourhood is a mix of quiet and lively; during the day you hear children playing, and in the evenings it's often pleasantly busy around the shops. All sorts of people live here, from students to families and the elderly, which makes the area a bit chaotic but also very human. Sometimes it's a bit messy or you hear traffic, but that's part of the city. Overall, Paddepoel feels like a practical, familiar place where there's always something to do.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe shop is a 2-minute walk away and open until 10 PM, plus there are many other nice shops in the shopping centre. The municipality regularly comes by to clean and tidy up, and I have lovely neighbours.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuite a lot happens in the Paddepoel neighbourhood. Fortunately, I am less affected by it myself and I live in a nice location.
Auto-translated to English by AII haven't lived there very long yet, but from what I've seen so far it's always clean, the people are sociable and the accessibility to the shops is very good.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived in this area for 28 years, moved once, the neighbourhood is unfortunately going downhill more and more, anyone is allowed to live here. The maintenance of the greenery could also be better, otherwise the plus points are that there are many amenities and everything is easily accessible, such as the city centre, shopping centre and the park.
Auto-translated to English by AIA lot of misery and crime
Auto-translated to English by AIPros: Great place to live as a student, 5 minutes from the centre. Actually, you can reach everything within 10 minutes by bike. Cons: Average age seems quite high here. Lots of elderly people and few starters. And in the evenings, there seems to be relatively more crime here compared to other neighbourhoods in Groningen.
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