Haren-Centrum, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis 1937 semi-detached house on Emmalaan sits on a generous 637 m² plot in Haren-Centrum. With 178 m² of living space and an E energy label, it has plenty of room but will need some updating on the energy front. At €798,000, the asking price is noticeably below the neighbourhood median of €995,000, making it a keen entry into this part of the market. For context, semi-detached houses in Groningen typically sell for around €5,309 per m².
Haren-Centrum is a compact, green neighbourhood with a mix of older homes and modern conveniences. The area has 1,185 residents, many of whom are older (410 are 65+), and a high proportion of single-person households (375). It's a quiet, established community with a low crime rate (66 total offences). One resident describes it as "a peaceful village atmosphere, yet everything you need is within walking distance." Another says: "The centre is charming, with nice shops and restaurants just around the corner." The neighbourhood Haren-Centrum is known for its leafy streets and strong sense of community.
For your morning bread, Jumbo is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away. Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. For primary education, the Brederoschool is a ten-minute walk, and the Groningse Schoolvereniging is similarly close. The municipality Groningen offers good connections: the train station is 1.3 km away, and the city centre of Groningen is a short cycle ride.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Verver Jet Winters Makelaars | Qualis.
Details of this home
Emmalaan 5A, Haren (Gr)
Data from Haren-Centrum
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About Emmalaan 5A, Haren (Gr)
The asking price of €798,000 is below the neighbourhood median of €995,000 and the average sold price of €601,617. Given the 178 m² floor area, the price per m² works out to about €4,483, which is lower than the neighbourhood average of €5,309 per m². So it appears keenly priced, though the E energy label may mean higher running costs.
Haren-Centrum is a quiet, green neighbourhood with a village feel. It has a mix of ages, with many older residents and a high number of single-person households. The area is safe, with low crime figures, and residents appreciate the peaceful atmosphere and local shops. The train station is 1.3 km away, and the city centre of Groningen is easily reachable by bike.
The house has an E energy label, which is below the current average. In the neighbourhood, 30% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is not unusual for a pre-war property. You can expect higher heating costs compared to a modern home, but the large plot offers potential for improvements like insulation or solar panels.
There are several primary schools within a ten-minute walk, including Brederoschool (2.9 km) and Groningse Schoolvereniging (3.3 km). For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1.3 km away. The area has 28 schools within 5 km, covering both primary and secondary options.
The nearest train station is 1.3 km from the house, which is about a 15-minute walk or a short cycle ride. This gives direct connections to Groningen city centre and beyond.
Jumbo is just 139 m away, Ekoplaza at 224 m, and Albert Heijn at 374 m. For budget shopping, Aldi is 509 m away. All are within easy walking distance, making daily errands very convenient.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Haren-Centrum