Binnenstad-Zuid, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis rental room on Oosterstraat puts you right in the thick 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 €780, the rent is well below the neighbourhood average for rentals, 56% lower than the typical €1,779, which is keen for a room in this part of town. For more context, see rooms in Groningen.
Binnenstad-Zuid is the lively southern part of the city centre, with a very high address density of 6,698 addresses per km². Based on four reviews, residents give it a 7.63 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 dominated by young adults (15-25 year olds make up half the population) and single-person households, with very few families. For more on the area, see the Binnenstad-Zuid neighbourhood.
Daily life here is compact and convenient. For groceries, Jumbo is on your doorstep, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away. For school runs, the H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum (secondary) is a five-minute walk away, and the Praedinius Gymnasium (secondary) is about the same distance. A primary school, St. Michaëlschool, is also within a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality of Groningen, which manages local amenities and services.
At the time of writing the room is listed only via Kamernet. The agent has not published full specs such as floor area, year of construction or energy label.
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About Oosterstraat, Groningen
At €780, this room is priced well below the neighbourhood average for rentals, which is €1,779. The average rent for a room in the area is €671, so this is slightly above that, but still competitive given the central location. The market here is fast, homes rent in an average of 21 days, so it is a keen option for someone looking to live in the city centre.
Binnenstad-Zuid is a very lively, densely populated area with a high concentration of young adults and students. Residents rate it 7.63 out of 10, praising the friendly atmosphere and proximity to shops and amenities. However, it can be noisy at night and there is little greenery. The area has a very high address density and is urban in character.
The nearest supermarket is Jumbo, just 45 metres away on the same street. Albert Heijn is 167 metres away, and Ekoplaza is 303 metres. All are within easy walking distance, making daily shopping very convenient.
There are several schools within walking distance. The nearest secondary school is H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum at 424 metres, followed by Praedinius Gymnasium at 517 metres. For primary education, St. Michaëlschool is 561 metres away and IKC Borgman Oosterpoort is 636 metres.
Groningen's main train station is 0.9 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes it easy to reach other cities in the region.
Kamernet has published only the street and price.
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 | – |
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