A room on the J.C. Kapteynlaan
This room for rent sits on the J.C. Kapteynlaan in the Professorenbuurt, a leafy part of Groningen's Oud-Noord district. 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 €560 per month, the rent sits well below the average for rooms in Groningen, which makes it a keen option in this market.
The Professorenbuurt neighbourhood
Residents give the Professorenbuurt neighbourhood a solid 7.62 out of 10 across 14 reviews. One resident says: "I feel very safe here, in all that time there was only one fire, but otherwise you can quietly live your life here, mostly highly educated neighbours, which is pleasant in contact." Another notes: "Very beautiful neighbourhood in Groningen. Lots of facilities such as various schools, gym, playgrounds and plenty of supermarkets and other shops." The neighbourhood is home to many students and families, with a high share of single-person households and a young population.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy here. For groceries, you have an Albert Heijn just around the corner, with a Jumbo, Aldi and Lidl all within a couple of streets away. For schools, De Kleine Wereld primary school is a five-minute walk, and IKC Borgman Ebbinge is just beyond that. The Hamburgervijver, a small pond, is on your doorstep, and the train station is about 1.7 km away. The municipality of Groningen offers a lively urban setting with plenty of green space nearby.
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At the time of writing, this room is listed only via Kamernet.
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About J.C. Kapteynlaan, Groningen
Is €560 a fair price for this room?
The rent of €560 is about 53% below the average for rooms in the Professorenbuurt, which stands at €628. It is also well under the average rent for all homes in the neighbourhood, at €1,196. Given the limited details in the listing, the price appears competitive for the area.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Professorenbuurt scores 7.62 out of 10 from 14 reviews. Residents describe it as safe and cosy, with a mix of students and families. Some mention occasional litter near bins and limited bike parking. The area has several parks, a pond, and plenty of amenities within easy reach.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.7 km from the J.C. Kapteynlaan. That is a manageable distance on foot or by bike, and residents note that a bus stop is nearby, which is handy for frequent travellers.
What supermarkets are nearby?
An Albert Heijn is about 336 metres away, and a Jumbo, Aldi and Lidl are all within roughly 440 metres. That means daily grocery shopping is a short walk, with several options to choose from.
Are there schools close by?
Yes, several schools are within walking distance. De Kleine Wereld primary school is about 452 metres away, IKC Borgman Ebbinge is at 577 metres, and Openbare Basisschool Karrepad is at 619 metres. For secondary education, Praedinius Gymnasium is about 929 metres away.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
Kamernet has published only the street and price for this room.
