Gelkingestraat
Binnenstad-Zuid, Groningen
AreaA rental home on Gelkingestraat
This rental home on Gelkingestraat sits in the heart of Groningen, where the streets buzz with students and shoppers. This listing 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. At €1,450 per month, the rent sits 21% below the neighbourhood average of €1,836, which makes it a keen price for the area. For a sense of what's available, you can browse rental homes in Groningen.
The Binnenstad-Zuid neighbourhood
Binnenstad-Zuid is the lively core of Groningen, with a mix of historic buildings, shops and nightlife. Based on four reviews, residents give it an average score of 7.63. One resident says: "People are friendly, I enjoy living here." Another notes: "Nice lively neighbourhood. There's the occasional stabbing here and there, but otherwise has everything you need. Lots of nice people and shops. Enjoy living here. Can be noisy at night though." A third adds: "Nice neighbourhood and almost everything within walking distance. The only pity is that there is little to no greenery in the street/neighbourhood." The area is densely populated, with many single-person households and a large share of young adults. To see more about the area, check out the Binnenstad-Zuid neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily life here revolves around the compact centre. For groceries, Jumbo is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are a couple of streets away. For school runs, St. Michaëlschool is a five-minute walk, while H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum and Praedinius Gymnasium are also within walking distance. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and a park or garden is just around the corner. The municipality of Groningen manages the wider area, and you can read more about the municipality of Groningen.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed only via Direct Wonen.
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About Gelkingestraat, Groningen
Why are there no property details in this listing?
Direct Wonen has published only the street and price on their website.
Is €1,450 a fair rent for this home?
The rent is €1,450 per month, which is 21% below the neighbourhood average of €1,836. Without a floor area, it's not possible to compare the price per square metre, but the figure is on the keen side for the area.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Binnenstad-Zuid is the lively centre of Groningen, with a dense mix of shops, restaurants and nightlife. Residents rate it 7.63 out of 10, with comments about friendly people, convenience, and occasional noise at night. It's a busy, urban area with many young adults and single-person households.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 0.9 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood is very walkable, with most amenities within a short stroll.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Jumbo is 248 metres away, and Albert Heijn and Ekoplaza are both 277 metres away. There are also other Albert Heijn branches within 300 metres, so daily shopping is very convenient.
What schools are in the area?
St. Michaëlschool (primary) is 355 metres away, and H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum (secondary) is 436 metres away. Praedinius Gymnasium is 477 metres away. All are within a short walk.
