A room in Coendersborg
This is a 26 m² room on the Goeman Borgesiuslaan in Groningen, a social housing rental in the Coendersborg neighbourhood. The energy label is A, which means the home is very efficient to heat. At €877 per month, the rent sat well below the neighbourhood average, so it was keenly priced for what you get. For context, rooms in Groningen give you a sense of what else is available in the city. This home has not been online since 23 September 2026.
The Coendersborg neighbourhood
Coendersborg is a residential area with a mix of ages, from students to older residents. Around half of the households are single people, and a quarter are over 65, giving the streets a calm, settled feel. The neighbourhood has a strong urban character with a high address density, so there is plenty going on. The Coendersborg neighbourhood is well connected and feels established, with a park just a short stroll away.
Life on the street
The Goeman Borgesiuslaan sits in a part of town where daily errands are easy. A Poiesz supermarket is just around the corner for bread and groceries, and an Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk if you want more choice. For schools, the Groningse Schoolvereniging is a couple of streets away, and the Joseph Haydn-School is about a ten-minute walk. The train station is roughly a 1.8 km walk, which is handy for getting across the city. The municipality of Groningen has a lively, student-friendly character that suits this part of town.
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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 Goeman Borgesiuslaan 491, Groningen
Was €877 a fair price for this room?
At €877 per month, this room was priced 35% below the neighbourhood average of €1,339. The floor area of 26 m² was smaller than the typical home in the area, but the energy label A kept running costs down. Given the price difference, it was on the keen side compared with other rentals in Coendersborg.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label a home can have. The label is an official registration, so it reflects the property's energy performance as recorded.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is a Poiesz, about 614 metres away, which is roughly a five-minute walk. An Albert Heijn is about 1.2 km away, and a Jumbo is around 1.6 km. For daily groceries, the Poiesz is the most convenient option.
What schools are nearby?
There are several schools within easy reach. The Groningse Schoolvereniging is about 873 metres away, and the Joseph Haydn-School is just under a kilometre. For secondary education, the Zernike College is about 1.2 km away. All are within a short walk or cycle.
How long do rentals in this neighbourhood typically stay on the market?
Homes in Coendersborg are rented out on average within 21 days, according to recent figures. This suggested there was steady demand for rentals in the area. With only a handful of rooms currently available, it is a fairly active market.
Is this social housing?
Yes, this is a social housing rental, which means it is let through a housing corporation. The rent of €877 per month was below the neighbourhood average, reflecting the social housing status. This type of rental often had specific eligibility criteria, but those were not detailed in the listing.
