Binnenstad-West, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis rental room on Westersingel puts you right in the thick of things. 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 €895 a month, the rent is 39% below the neighbourhood average for rooms, which makes it a keen price compared to other rooms in Groningen.
Binnenstad-West is a lively, densely built-up area with a very strong urban feel (over 6,700 addresses per km²). Most residents live alone, 1,140 of the 1,740 inhabitants are single-person households, and the average household size is just 1.2. The age profile is young: 750 residents are between 15 and 25, and another 645 are between 25 and 45. One resident describes it as "a pleasant neighbourhood within walking distance of the bustling city centre", adding: "It's quiet, yet you're within a 5-minute walk of the city centre or Noordeplantsoen. However, I think it's more of a neighbourhood for students or couples. I wouldn't raise my children here. It's too busy for that!" That single review gives the neighbourhood an 8.13 out of 10. For more context, see the Binnenstad-West neighbourhood.
Your daily shopping is a breeze: a Coop is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. For primary schools, the St. Michaëlschool and the Nassauschool are both about a ten-minute walk. Secondary schools such as CSG Augustinus and the Willem Lodewijk Gymnasium are also within walking distance. The city centre, with its restaurants, bars and cultural spots, is literally on your doorstep, the nearest restaurant is just 0.1 km away. For green space, the Noordeplantsoen park is a five-minute walk. All this falls within the municipality of Groningen.
At the time of writing, the room is listed through two channels: Direct Wonen and Gruno Vastgoed B.V. on Pararius. The agent has not published the full property details, so the information here focuses on the street and neighbourhood.
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About Westersingel, Groningen
Direct Wonen and Gruno Vastgoed B.V. have published only the street and price.
The rent is 39% below the neighbourhood average for rooms (€772), so it is on the keen side. The median rent for all rental homes in the neighbourhood is €1,520, but that includes larger properties. Given the limited supply, only 7 rooms available in the area, this price is competitive.
Binnenstad-West is a very urban, student-heavy area with a high density of addresses. Most residents are young singles, and the neighbourhood scores an 8.13 out of 10 from one resident, who praises its quietness and proximity to the centre. It is not considered family-oriented.
The city centre is within a five-minute walk. Restaurants are just 0.1 km away, and the Noordeplantsoen park is 0.4 km. The train station is 1.2 km away, about a 15-minute walk.
A Coop supermarket is 152 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is 292 metres. Primary schools (St. Michaëlschool and Nassauschool) are about 600 metres away, and secondary schools are within 1 km. A GP practice is 0.6 km away.
There are currently 7 rooms available for rent in Binnenstad-West, with an average rent of €772. The supply is limited, and 95 rental homes have been rented out in the area recently, with an average listing time of 26 days.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
I think it's a nice neighbourhood to live in. It's quiet, yet you're within a 5-minute walk of the city centre or Noordeplantsoen. However, I think it's more of a neighbourhood for students or couples. I wouldn't raise my children here. It's too busy for that!
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €498,333 | €400,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,506 | – |
| Rent price | €1,685 p/m | €1,520 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €15 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 |
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| Sale per m² | €4,266 | – |
| Rent price | €1,376 p/m | €1,308 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €19 p/m | – |
Westersingel, Groningen
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