A spacious family home in Hoogkerk-Zuid
This semi-detached house on Ben Walrechtstraat 4 sits in Hoogkerk-Zuid, a residential area in the north-west of Groningen where the streets are quiet and the pace of life feels relaxed. The home was built in 2001 and carries an A energy label, which is an efficient label. With an asking price of €425,000, the price is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €383,475. For context, the wider market for semi-detached houses in Groningen shows a range of prices, and this home sits above the local average.
The home itself
Inside, the layout is straightforward: four rooms in total, with three bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors. The living area is listed at 108 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 107 m². The plot measures 452 m² according to both the agent and the BAG. Outside, there is a rear garden of 280 m² facing north and accessible via the back, plus a front garden, a side garden and a sun terrace. A carport and a parking space are included. The agent describes the home as fully insulated, with a central heating boiler, and it is offered in full ownership.
Life in Hoogkerk-Zuid
Residents of the wider district give their living environment an average score of 7.56, based on six reviews. One resident says: "I think it's a nice neighbourhood, the houses are reasonably affordable and it's great for children." Another adds: "It's tidy and easy to get around. The neighbours are always friendly." A third resident notes: "There are several playgrounds and a primary school + childcare." The same resident mentions that the neighbourhood itself has few shops, so for groceries you head to Vinkhuizen, Hoogkerk or Reitdiep. The district is home to around 5,200 people, with a mix of ages and household types. Homes here sell on average within 21 days, according to local market data. This is the Hoogkerk-Zuid neighbourhood as residents describe it.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the nearest supermarket is Poiesz, just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away. The nearest primary school, kindcentrum Anne Frank, is a couple of streets away, and there is also De Ploeg within walking distance. The pharmacy, Service Apotheek Hoogkerk, is about a ten-minute walk, while the nearest GP practice, Gezondheidscentrum Arts en Zorg Hoendiep, is a bit further out. Public transport is close by: bus stop Groningen, Minervalaan is on your doorstep and serves line 8, and Hoogkerk, J. v Zwedenlaan is just around the corner with line 18. The nearest train station is Groningen, about 3.6 km away. All of this sits within the municipality of Groningen.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home was set at €455,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price of €425,000 is 7% below that WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 49%, from €306,000 to €455,000. As for the address itself, the area-level data shows road traffic noise at 57 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is peat, which is sensitive to settlement. For climate, the indication for pluvial flooding is medium, as is the current flood risk and the 2050 flood risk; heat stress is currently low but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Boekholt & partners makelaardij Assen.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Ben Walrechtstraat 4, Groningen
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €425,000 is 7% below the WOZ value of €455,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 49%, from €306,000 to €455,000. The price per square metre, based on the agent's living area of 108 m², comes to €3,935.
What is the layout of this semi-detached house?
The home has four rooms in total, with three bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors. The living area is listed at 108 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 107 m². The plot measures 452 m². Outside, there is a rear garden of 280 m² facing north, plus a front garden, a side garden and a sun terrace. A carport and a parking space are included.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has an A energy label, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The agent also describes the home as fully insulated, with a central heating boiler. The energy label is a fact about the home's energy performance, not a comment on its structural condition.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to area-level data. The soil type is peat, which is sensitive to settlement. This is an indication at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home. The data comes from public sources such as the Atlas Leefomgeving and the Klimaateffectatlas.
What are the noise levels around this home?
Area-level data shows road traffic noise at 57 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 26 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 17 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are indications for the area, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the flood risk for this location?
The climate risk data for this address indicates a medium risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, a medium current flood risk, and a medium flood risk by 2050. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not a property-specific assessment.
Which supermarkets are closest to this home?
The nearest supermarket is Poiesz, about 700 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. Albert Heijn is about 1.5 km away, and there are several other options within a few kilometres, including SPAR, Aldi and another Albert Heijn. Residents of the district note that the neighbourhood itself has few shops, so most people go to Vinkhuizen, Hoogkerk or Reitdiep for groceries.
What schools are near this home?
The nearest primary school is kindcentrum Anne Frank, about 520 metres away. De Ploeg, another primary school, is about 711 metres away. There is also a special education school, De Wingerd, at 618 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 3.6 km away, which is a bit further out.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Groningen, Minervalaan, just 92 metres away, serving line 8. Hoogkerk, J. v Zwedenlaan is 158 metres away with line 18, and Hoogkerk, De Sanstraat is 308 metres away, also with line 8. The nearest train station is Groningen, about 3.6 km away.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the wider district give their living environment an average score of 7.56, based on six reviews. One resident says: "I think it's a nice neighbourhood, the houses are reasonably affordable and it's great for children." Another notes: "It's tidy and easy to get around. The neighbours are always friendly." Some mention that the neighbourhood has few shops and that there can be nuisance from youngsters in playgrounds late at night.
