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Binnenstad-Zuid, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis is a room in a historic building on Gelkingestraat, right in the centre of Groningen. The listing does not state an energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €623 per month, the rent is 59% below the neighbourhood average for rentals, which is keen for a room in this area. For context, the average rent for rooms in Groningen is higher.
Binnenstad-Zuid is the lively heart of the city, with a very high address density of 6,698 addresses per km². Most residents are young, with over half aged 15 to 25, and the vast majority live alone. One resident says: "People are friendly, I enjoy living here." Another notes: "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." Based on three reviews, it's a sociable, convenient area with some noise and limited green space. This is the Binnenstad-Zuid neighbourhood.
For daily groceries, Jumbo is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza and Albert Heijn are also within a couple of streets away. For primary education, St. Michaëlschool is a five-minute walk, and for secondary schools, H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum and Praedinius Gymnasium are also within a ten-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk away. The area is part of the municipality of Groningen, which offers all city amenities.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Roommatch.
Details of this home
Gelkingestraat 39-4, Groningen
Good · 4 residents
People are friendly, I enjoy living here.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere'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.
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood and almost everything within walking distance. The only pity is that there is little to no greenery in the street/neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIA nice location in terms of all amenities. The station is nearby and within a few minutes' walk you are also at one of the markets or the Herestraat (centre). However, this is also where the red light district (my neighbourhood) is located, where there is a bit more crime. This is managed with preventive measures and police that are quick on their feet. Other than that, there are also beautiful old houses in this neighbourhood and I have a pleasant street in terms of neighbours.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe Praediniussingel in Groningen is a beautiful and quiet street with lots of greenery and beautiful architecture. It is a perfect place, you have all the necessary amenities thanks to the nearby Westerhaven. Even though it is close to the city, you don't experience the hustle and bustle of the city. The area is safe and clean, and there are several nice parks and shops in the neighbourhood.
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Data from Binnenstad-Zuid
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About Gelkingestraat 39-4, Groningen
At €623 per month, the rent is 59% below the neighbourhood average of €1,532 for all rentals. However, this is a room, not a whole apartment, and the average rent for rooms in the neighbourhood is €692, so it is slightly below that average. Given the central location and the size of 41 m², the price is in line with what you would expect for a room in this area.
Binnenstad-Zuid is the city centre, very lively and densely populated. Most residents are students or young professionals, and the area is packed with shops, restaurants, and nightlife. It can be noisy at night, and there is little greenery, but everything you need is within walking distance. Residents describe it as friendly and convenient, though some mention occasional incidents.
The train station is 0.9 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes it easy to travel to other cities.
Jumbo is 175 metres away, just around the corner. Ekoplaza and Albert Heijn are both about 194 metres away, also very close. For a larger shop, another Albert Heijn is 305 metres away.
For primary education, St. Michaëlschool is 454 metres away. For secondary education, H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum is 491 metres away and Praedinius Gymnasium is 552 metres away. All are within a ten-minute walk.
The agent has not provided this information.
Rentals in Binnenstad-Zuid are rented out in an average of 18 days, which indicates a fast-moving market. This room is priced below the average for rooms, so it may attract interest quickly.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Binnenstad-Zuid
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