A room in Hoornse Meer
This was a room for rent on Damsport in the Hoornse Meer neighbourhood of Groningen, a quiet residential area with a mix of ages. At €817 a month, the rent sat well below the neighbourhood average, which made it a keen option for a student or single person. The room is part of the social housing stock, so it is aimed at those who qualify for that. For context, rooms in Groningen give you an idea of what else is available in the city. This home has not been online since 23 September 2026.
The Hoornse Meer neighbourhood
Hoornse Meer is a neighbourhood with a strong mix of residents, from students to older people. Around 56% of households are single-person, and the average household size is 1.7, so it is a place where many people live alone. The area has a calm, residential feel, with a park just a short walk away. The Hoornse Meer neighbourhood page has more on what it is like to live here.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a Jumbo a little further along. There are also several schools within walking distance, including Boerhaave School for primary education and De Bolster for secondary. The train station is about 3.4 km away, so a bike is the easiest way to get around. The municipality of Groningen page covers the wider area.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via Roommatch.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Damsport 31, Groningen
Was €817 a fair price for this room?
The rent was €817 per month, which was 46% below the neighbourhood average of €1,504. The room was 35 m², which was smaller than the average home in the area, but for a single room this price was on the low side compared with what was typically asked. It was also social housing, so the rent was set within that framework.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an official registration recorded in the national EP-Online system. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, only its official energy performance rating.
How far is the train station from this room?
The train station is 3.4 km from the room. That is a manageable distance by bike, which is the usual way to get around in Groningen. The neighbourhood itself has a park within 300 metres and a supermarket about 500 metres away, so daily errands are easily done on foot.
What kind of neighbourhood is Hoornse Meer?
Hoornse Meer is a mixed residential area with a large share of single-person households, around 56%. The average household size is 1.7, and there is a noticeable presence of both students and older residents. It is a calm neighbourhood with a park nearby, and the housing stock is a mix of flats and family homes.
How quickly do rental homes go in this neighbourhood?
Homes in this neighbourhood are rented out on average within 12 days, according to recent figures. That gives you an idea of the pace in the area.
Is this room part of social housing?
Yes, this room is marked as social housing. That meant the rent was set within the social housing framework, which was why it was below the neighbourhood average. The price of €817 reflected that status, and it was aimed at tenants who meet the income criteria for social housing.
