Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis listing is for a rental home on Boterdiep in Groningen. It does not state a house number, postcode, property type, floor area, year of construction or energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. The rent is €1,503 per month, which is 18% below the neighbourhood average of €1,844, a keen price compared to other rentals in the area. For context, rental homes in Groningen vary widely in price and size.
This is a vibrant, central neighbourhood with a strong urban feel. The address density is very high, and most households are single-person. Based on six reviews, residents appreciate the lively atmosphere and convenience. One resident says: "A vibrant neighbourhood with lots of nice people. Everything is just fine. There are several eateries, supermarkets are close by, bus stops, you can park your bike easily, and with the city beach there is also a beautiful and well-known green area." Another notes: "Very pleasant living, central but not too busy. All amenities are within walking distance, including a small park. You're in the city centre in no time." A third adds: "The neighbourhood is cosy and quiet. The park is easily accessible and the people are friendly, but there is often litter on the streets." This is the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier neighbourhood, a popular area for students and young professionals.
Daily errands are easy here. For groceries, Ekoplaza is just around the corner, Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, and Jumbo and Aldi are within a five-minute walk. For families, primary schools like IKC Borgman Ebbinge are on your doorstep, and St. Michaëlschool is a short walk away. Secondary schools such as Praedinius Gymnasium are also within walking distance. The neighbourhood falls under the municipality of Groningen, which manages local services and public spaces.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Direct Wonen and Gruno Vastgoed B.V. The agent has not published full specifications such as the property type, floor area, or energy label.
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About Boterdiep, Groningen
Direct Wonen has published only the street and price on their site and other channels.
The rent is 18% below the neighbourhood average of €1,844 for rental homes. Without knowing the floor area or property type, it is hard to compare directly, but the price is on the low side relative to other listings in Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier.
Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier is a very urban, central neighbourhood with a high density of single-person households. Residents describe it as vibrant, convenient, and quiet in parts, with easy access to shops, eateries, parks, and the city centre. Litter on the streets is occasionally mentioned as a downside.
Ekoplaza is 240 metres away, Albert Heijn is about 312 metres, and Jumbo and Aldi are around 500 metres. All are within a short walk.
Primary schools include IKC Borgman Ebbinge at 136 metres and St. Michaëlschool at 331 metres. For secondary education, Praedinius Gymnasium is 446 metres away and H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum is 561 metres away.
The distance to the train station is 1.2 km, about a ten-minute walk.
Yes, a park or public garden is 0.3 km away, just a couple of streets from the home. Residents mention the city beach as a popular green area.
Rental homes in Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier are rented out in an average of 20 days, indicating a fast-moving market.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Actually, everything is just fine. There are several eateries in the neighbourhood, supermarkets are close by, bus stops, you can park your bike easily, and with the city beach there is also a beautiful and well-known green area.
Auto-translated to English by AIReally great! All amenities are within walking distance, including a small park. You're in the city centre in no time. Nothing to complain about really
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is cosy and quiet. The park is easily accessible and the people in the area are friendly, but there is often litter on the streets, which is a shame.
Auto-translated to English by AIEverything is easily accessible. It's a cosy, green and pleasant neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIIn our neighbourhood, everyone knows each other a bit
Auto-translated to English by AIAccessibility by bike is great because it's very close to the city centre, but less so by car due to the crowds and many one-way streets. There are mainly buildings, so there isn't much greenery, but at the Nieuwe Kerkhof there's a nice little park with enough green; also, the neighbourhood borders the Noorderplantsoen, the largest park in the city. Hygiene leaves something to be desired; occasionally I see vomit from students or dog poop on the street. Safety also leaves something to be desired; there are quite a few junkies and homeless people on the street. As a man, I don't feel unsafe, but I can imagine women do. Also, bikes are often stolen, etc. The community is fine, not close-knit or anything, but diverse: many students, but also elderly people and couples. I occasionally have noise nuisance from students. Housing is very good in this neighbourhood: beautiful houses that represent the old centre well, combined with nice new-build apartment complexes. As for education, there's something for everyone within a 10-minute bike ride, from primary schools to the Zernike Campus. Finally, all the amenities I need are within walking or cycling distance.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €565,792 | €347,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,071 | – |
| Rent price | €1,809 p/m | €1,290 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €20 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
People are friendly, I enjoy living here.
Auto-translated to English by AIActually, everything is just fine. There are several eateries in the neighbourhood, supermarkets are close by, bus stops, you can park your bike easily, and with the city beach there is also a beautiful and well-known green area.
Auto-translated to English by AIThis is a test experience with the neighbourhood that is long enough to meet the minimum length requirements for a good review.
Auto-translated to English by AIReally great! All amenities are within walking distance, including a small park. You're in the city centre in no time. Nothing to complain about really
Auto-translated to English by AIYoung and old live here. Lively neighbourhood with many cafes and restaurants and you can walk into the city centre in no time.
Auto-translated to English by AII have really enjoyed living here from the start. Young and old live here and it is very green. You can easily walk into the city centre and there are many eateries in the area.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is cosy and quiet. The park is easily accessible and the people in the area are friendly, but there is often litter on the streets, which is a shame.
Auto-translated to English by AII personally experience little cohesion in the neighbourhood. Nevertheless, it is a cosy spot, lots of nice houses, easily accessible. Just a bit lacking in green & not always very clean.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €472,894 | €337,147 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,981 | – |
| Rent price | €1,702 p/m | €1,570 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Mooie huizen, goede voorzieningen, rustig, zo in de stad. toppp
Auto-translated to English by AIPeople are friendly, I enjoy living here.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere is always something to do. There are supermarkets and plenty of other shops, cafeterias, fresh bread from the bakery. Market once a week, a nice park with ponds for fishing.
Auto-translated to English by AIFine, it's safe to cycle home in the evening but it's not super either. And there is a huge piece of nature
Auto-translated to English by AIActually, everything is just fine. There are several eateries in the neighbourhood, supermarkets are close by, bus stops, you can park your bike easily, and with the city beach there is also a beautiful and well-known green area.
Auto-translated to English by AIEverything in the neighbourhood: shops, sports facilities, schools, community centres. So something for everyone.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere is a shopping centre opposite here so I always have something to see and never get bored
Auto-translated to English by AIVery beautiful neighbourhood in Groningen. Lots of facilities such as various schools, gym, playgrounds and plenty of supermarkets and other shops. What is unpleasant is that there is often rubbish next to the bins. Furthermore, the neighbourhood has many nice small parks and you are within no time in a quiet natural environment where you can enjoy walking, running, cycling etc. All in all, this neighbourhood is perfect for students but also for families and other city dwellers.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €418,020 | €377,565 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,273 | – |
| Rent price | €1,372 p/m | €1,305 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €19 p/m | – |
Boterdiep, Groningen
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