Homes for sale in Schildersbuurt, Groningen

House prices and market figures for Schildersbuurt, Groningen

Schildersbuurt is predominantly a rental neighbourhood: 65% of homes are rented, and only 35% are owner-occupied. This makes the owner-occupied segment relatively small, but certainly not uninteresting. The average WOZ value is €332,000, which is clearly above the district average of Oud-West (€296,000) and the municipal average of €295,000. The neighbourhood is therefore relatively expensive for the district, but this also reflects its central location and popularity among students and young professionals.

Over the past twelve months, 53 homes were sold in Schildersbuurt, with an average purchase price of €384,255. The range runs from €145,000 to €1,250,000, indicating that the supply varies widely: from small apartments to spacious canal houses or townhouses. With an average living area of 95 m², this works out at a price of around €4,045 per square metre. Apartments dominate the owner-occupied segment, although there are also upper-level dwellings and some larger properties. For current asking prices and available properties, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Schildersbuurt, Groningen

Schildersbuurt is located in the western part of the city, nestled between Noorderplantsoen and the city centre of Groningen. It is a neighbourhood you won't quickly forget once you cycle through it: streets named after painters such as Rembrandt, Rubens and Van Dyck, dense buildings from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, and a mix of students, young couples and some older residents who have lived there for years. The atmosphere is urban and lively, but not in a tiring way.

The housing stock largely consists of pre-war buildings, many of which are porch flats, upper and lower dwellings, and some larger townhouses on the wider streets. Building quality varies: some properties are well-maintained and already sustainable, while others still require investment. Energy consumption, with an average of 1,120 m³ of gas, is relatively low for an older neighbourhood, partly explained by the high proportion of small households.

In terms of amenities, you are well catered for. Supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Aldi are within cycling distance, and along Herestraat and in the adjacent centre you will find everything you need daily. Noorderplantsoen, which borders the neighbourhood, is the large green area where residents walk, exercise and gather in summer. Schools score remarkably high in resident reviews: a perfect 10.0 for education, which aligns with the presence of several primary schools and the proximity of the University of Groningen and Hanze University of Applied Sciences.

Accessibility is excellent. Groningen Central Station is about ten minutes away by bike, and several bus routes run through or past the neighbourhood. The connection to the ring road and the A7 via Hereweg and Westerhaven is well arranged for those travelling by car. Residents therefore give accessibility the highest sub-score: 9.5 out of 10.

The overall resident score stands at 8.8 based on submitted reviews. Residents appreciate the central location and lively atmosphere. One resident describes it as: "You live here right in the city but still in a neighbourhood with its own character; the cycling distance to everything is simply unbeatable." Safety (8.5) and sense of community (8.5) score solidly, although the neighbourhood, with its high proportion of single-person households (more than 3,300 out of over 5,600 residents) and a dominant age group of 15 to 25 years, is more individualistic than tightly-knit. Read all resident reviews and neighbourhood data on the Schildersbuurt overview page.

Compared to the neighbouring Noorderplantsoenbuurt, Schildersbuurt is more compact and slightly busier in character. The Oranjebuurt offers a similar atmosphere but a bit more tranquillity. Those seeking more space and wanting to live a little further from the centre could also look at Kostverloren. Within the broader district of Oud-West, Schildersbuurt is the most urban and student-rich neighbourhood, with the highest WOZ values in the district.

Who is a home in Schildersbuurt interesting for?

Buying in Schildersbuurt is particularly attractive for young professionals, well-earning first-time buyers and investors who know the rental market well. The average purchase price of over €384,000 and a price per square metre around €4,000 make it not a cheap neighbourhood. Overbidding is realistic in this segment, especially on well-maintained apartments. Families needing space will find less supply here and will quickly pay more for a larger home. Those who do not want to buy immediately can also look at rental homes in Schildersbuurt as a temporary alternative. Keep in mind the high proportion of rented homes: this sometimes affects the HOA composition and the maintenance level of properties.

What residents say about Schildersbuurt

Based on submitted reviews, the neighbourhood scores an 8.8 out of 10. The highest sub-scores go to accessibility (9.5) and education (10.0). Green space scores the lowest at 8.0, which is logical for a dense urban neighbourhood, although Noorderplantsoen compensates a lot. One resident writes: "The location is simply perfect, everything is doable by bike and the neighbourhood has character." View all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the Schildersbuurt page. The municipality of Groningen also publishes district information via groningen.nl.

Compare homes for sale in and around Schildersbuurt

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