A room in the Rivierenbuurt
This room on Rabenhauptstraat 26BG-VZ in Groningen is part of a shared house in the Rivierenbuurt, a neighbourhood in the Oud-Zuid district. The listing does not state a 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 €570 per month, the rent sits well below the average for rooms in Groningen, which is a notable point for anyone looking for a budget-friendly room.
The Rivierenbuurt neighbourhood
The Rivierenbuurt neighbourhood is a mixed area with a strong student presence, as reflected in the high share of single-person households. One resident describes the surroundings as "relatively accessible" but notes that "the neighbourhood isn't really green" and that houses are close together. Another resident highlights the location as a "top location", saying it is "close and just far enough from the centre that you're in a quiet, cosy neighbourhood, but you can easily find the bustling centre within 5 minutes." A third review is less positive, mentioning "many drug users, many dogs pooping on the street, a lot of noise." Based on three reviews, the average score is 6.84 out of 10.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, a PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and an AH to go is a five-minute walk away. There are several schools within a short walk, including De Vrije School Groningen Onderbouw and Parcival College, both a couple of streets away. The central station is about a ten-minute walk, which makes getting around the city straightforward. The area is part of the municipality of Groningen, where the city centre is easily reachable.
Source
At the time of writing, this room is listed via De Noordelijke Verhuur Makelaars and De Noordelijke Verhuur Makelaars, so it is available through two channels.
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About Rabenhauptstraat 26BG-VZ, Groningen
Is €570 a fair price for this room?
The rent of €570 per month is well below the average for rooms in the Rivierenbuurt, which stands at €651 per month. It is also significantly lower than the average rent for all rental properties in the neighbourhood, which is €2,147 per month. Given the limited information about the room itself, the price appears to be on the low side compared with the local market.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
The Rivierenbuurt is a lively area with a high proportion of students and single-person households. Reviews are mixed: some residents appreciate the proximity to the centre and the quiet, cosy feel, while others mention noise, drug users and dog mess on the streets. The average review score is 6.84 out of 10, based on six reviews.
How close is the central station?
The central station is about 1.1 kilometres from the property, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for getting to other parts of Groningen or further afield by train.
What shops and schools are nearby?
A PLUS supermarket is about 260 metres away, and an AH to go is about 495 metres away, so daily groceries are within easy reach. For schools, De Vrije School Groningen Onderbouw is about 314 metres away, and Parcival College, a secondary school, is about 472 metres away.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
De Noordelijke Verhuur Makelaars has published only the street and price on Pararius.
