Binnenstad-Zuid, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis rental room on Herestraat puts you right in the middle of the city's energy. This listing does not state a house number, postcode, 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 room itself. At €960, the rent is 46% below the neighbourhood average for rentals, a keen price for a room in this part of town. For context, the average room in the area goes for €671, so this is on the higher side for a room, but still well below the overall rental average. See rooms in Groningen for more options.
Based on four reviews, residents give the area a 7.6 out of 10. 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." The area is densely populated, with mostly single-person households and a young population, over half are between 15 and 25. It's a lively, urban setting. Find out more about the Binnenstad-Zuid neighbourhood.
Your daily routine is sorted: an Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with an Ekoplaza just around the corner and a Jumbo a couple of streets away. For school runs, the nearest primary school, IKC Borgman Oosterpoort, is a ten-minute walk, and the secondary school H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum is similarly close. The city centre is right there, with restaurants and cafés within a few minutes' walk. For broader surroundings, check the municipality of Groningen.
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About Herestraat, Groningen
Kamernet has published only the street and price.
The rent is 46% below the neighbourhood average for all rentals (€1,779), but for rooms specifically the average is €671, so this is on the higher side. Given the central location on Herestraat, the price is in line with what you'd expect for a room in the city centre.
Binnenstad-Zuid is a lively, dense urban area with a young population, over half are aged 15,25. Residents rate it 7.6/10, praising the friendly atmosphere and convenience, though noting noise at night and a lack of greenery. It's a very central neighbourhood with everything within walking distance.
An Albert Heijn is just 93 metres away, so you can pop out for groceries in under a minute. Ekoplaza is 118 metres and Jumbo 211 metres, all within a short walk.
The nearest primary school, IKC Borgman Oosterpoort, is 629 metres away (about a ten-minute walk). The secondary school H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum is 655 metres away. Several other schools are within a kilometre.
Groningen's main train station is 0.9 km away, about a ten-minute walk from Herestraat.
One resident mentions occasional stabbings, but overall describes the neighbourhood as having lots of nice people and shops. The total number of crimes recorded in the area is 2,391, but this covers a wide range of offences in a densely populated city centre.
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 | €467,521 | €312,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,406 | – |
| Rent price | €1,709 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 | €472,894 | €337,147 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,981 | – |
| Rent price | €1,702 p/m | €1,570 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Mooie 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 AIVery beautiful neighbourhood in Groningen. Lots of facilities such as various schools, gym, playgrounds and plenty of supermarkets and other shops. What is unpleasant is that there is often rubbish next to the bins. Furthermore, the neighbourhood has many nice small parks and you are within no time in a quiet natural environment where you can enjoy walking, running, cycling etc. All in all, this neighbourhood is perfect for students but also for families and other city dwellers.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €417,793 | €377,671 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,266 | – |
| Rent price | €1,376 p/m | €1,308 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €19 p/m | – |
Herestraat, Groningen
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