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Binnenstad-Zuid, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis room on Gelkingestraat 5-6 sits in the lively Binnenstad-Zuid, right in the middle of Groningen's historic centre. The listing does not state an energy label, so the rest of this page focuses on the street and the neighbourhood rather than the home's energy performance. At €748 per month, the rent is well below the neighbourhood average of €1,640, which makes it a keen option for a room in this part of town. For context, rooms in Groningen typically go for around €724.
Residents give the Binnenstad-Zuid neighbourhood a solid 7.63 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "People are friendly, I enjoy living here." Another notes: "Nice lively neighbourhood... 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 dominated by students, with half the population aged 15 to 25, and most households are single-person.
Daily life here is easy. For groceries, you have Albert Heijn just around the corner, and Jumbo a couple of streets away. For school runs, St. Michaëlschool is a five-minute walk, while H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum and Praedinius Gymnasium are both within a ten-minute walk. The nearest park is just around the corner, and the train station is a ten-minute walk away. All of this sits within the municipality of Groningen, which offers plenty of urban amenities.
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Details of this home
Insure your home and belongingsGet insuredThe 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.
About Gelkingestraat 5-6, Groningen
The rent of €748 is 54% below the neighbourhood average of €1,640, and it's also slightly above the average for rooms in the area, which is €724. Given the central location and the size of the room, the price appears to be in line with what you'd expect for a room in this part of Groningen.
Residents rate the Binnenstad-Zuid neighbourhood 7.63 out of 10. One resident says: "People are friendly, I enjoy living here." Another mentions it's lively with everything you need, though it can be noisy at night. A third notes that almost everything is within walking distance, but there's little greenery. It's a student-heavy area, with many single-person households.
The train station is 0.9 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk.
There are several supermarkets within a short walk. Albert Heijn is 264 metres away, Jumbo is 275 metres, and there's another Albert Heijn at 277 metres. Ekoplaza is 308 metres, and a further Albert Heijn is 328 metres. So you have plenty of options for daily shopping.
Yes, there are schools nearby. St. Michaëlschool, a primary school, is 325 metres away. For secondary education, H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum is 420 metres and Praedinius Gymnasium is 453 metres. There are also other schools within a short distance.
The agent has not published an energy label for this property.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
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.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €511,750 | €335,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,403 | – |
| Rent price | €1,640 p/m | €1,529 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 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 | €633,451 | €340,083 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,062 | – |
| Rent price | €1,685 p/m | €1,520 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €21 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Ik woon hier nu, met ups en downs qua lawaai/herrie, nu 12,5 jaar. Altijd gekozen om hier toch te blijven, gezien de fijne buren en nette straat, met de mooie Hamburgervijver om de hoek waar ik graag eens zit te relaxen. Alle voorzieningen vlakbij en bushalte aan de kade, ideaal als je vaak en graag reist :). Ik voel me hier onderhand erg veilig, in al die tijd alleen eens een brand geweest maar verder kun je hier rustig je leventje leven, veelal hoog opgeleide buren, wat prettig is in het contact. Ik ben blij dat ik hier nog steeds woon.
Auto-translated to English by AIMooie 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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €476,123 | €379,106 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,250 | – |
| Rent price | €1,354 p/m | €1,310 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €19 p/m | – |
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