A room in the Professorenbuurt
This is a room for rent on Van Kerckhoffstraat in Groningen, in the lively Professorenbuurt. 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 €422 per month, the rent sits well below the average for rooms in Groningen, which makes it a keen option for a student.
The Professorenbuurt
The Professorenbuurt neighbourhood is a busy, mixed area full of families and students. One resident says: "I feel very safe here, in all that time there was only a fire once, but otherwise you can live your life quietly 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." A third adds: "Definitely a safe neighbourhood, but the houses are very old." Based on three reviews, the neighbourhood scores 7.62 out of 10. The area is home to many single-person households and a large share of young adults.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, Jumbo and Aldi are just around the corner, with Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. For schools, IKC Borgman Ebbinge is a five-minute walk, and Praedinius Gymnasium is about a ten-minute walk. The train station is 1.7 km away, and the bus stop at the quay is handy for those who travel often. The neighbourhood has several small parks and playgrounds, and the Hamburgervijver is a short stroll away for a quiet moment. The municipality of Groningen offers plenty of amenities within easy reach.
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At the time of writing, this room is listed only via Kamernet.
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About Van Kerckhoffstraat, Groningen
Is €422 a fair price for this room?
The rent of €422 is well below the average for rooms in the Professorenbuurt, which stands at €652. It is also significantly lower than the average rental price in the neighbourhood of €1,249. Given the limited information in the listing, this price appears keen for the area.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Professorenbuurt is a busy, mixed neighbourhood with many students and families. Residents describe it as safe and cosy, with a good range of facilities including schools, a gym, playgrounds and supermarkets. Some mention that rubbish is sometimes left next to the bins, and that parking for bikes can be tight. The area scores 7.62 out of 10 from 14 reviews.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.7 km from the neighbourhood. That is a manageable distance on foot or by bike, and there is also a bus stop at the quay for those who prefer public transport.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Jumbo and Aldi are both about 214 metres away, just around the corner. Albert Heijn is about 292 metres, and Ekoplaza is 377 metres. Lidl is a bit further at 601 metres. That gives plenty of choice for daily groceries.
Are there schools close by?
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. IKC Borgman Ebbinge is about 316 metres away, De Kleine Wereld is 461 metres, and Praedinius Gymnasium is 752 metres. St. Michaëlschool and Gomarus College Magnolia are also nearby, at 760 and 880 metres respectively.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
Kamernet has published only the street and price for this room.
