A classic semi-detached house on a quiet street
On a quiet residential street in Helpman, this semi-detached house from 1920 offers a calm setting while the city centre is a short ride away. The asking price is €675,000. The living area of 191 m² according to the agent is 95% larger than the neighbourhood average of 98 m². For context, the average asking price per m² in Helpman is €4,317. If you are weighing up your options, it is worth comparing with other [semi-detached houses in Groningen].
The home itself
This semi-detached house spans three floors and includes five rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent lists the living area at 191 m², while the BAG registration records 151 m². Outside, there is a garden of 29 m² facing west, accessible via the back alley, plus a roof terrace and a balcony. The property is fully owned and comes with roof insulation, double glazing and HR+ glass, and is heated by a central heating boiler. The energy label is C, which means moderate energy costs compared with the most efficient homes.
Life in Helpman
Helpman is a district within the municipality of Groningen, and residents across the district give it an average score of 8.14 out of 10, based on nine reviews. One resident calls it a top neighbourhood: "Mooie huizen, goede voorzieningen, rustig, zo in de stad. toppp" (beautiful houses, good amenities, quiet, right in the city). Another simply says "Quiet". A third resident notes that while it is fine during the day, "in the evening when young people are around it's not safe, been shouted at and followed several times." The district has around 6,145 inhabitants, with a high share of single-person households at 66%. For a closer look at what the area offers, see [the Helpman neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, with Poiesz just around the corner and another Albert Heijn and Lidl a ten-minute walk away. For schools, Zernike College for secondary education is just around the corner, and Joseph Haydn-School for primary education is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Medisch Centrum Helperpark, a ten-minute walk, and Service Apotheek Helpman is just around the corner. Bus stops on the v. Iddekingeweg and v. K. Verschuurlaan are a couple of streets away, served by lines 50, 51 and 418. Groningen Europapark train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Groningen offers all the amenities of a larger city, and you can read more about [the municipality of Groningen].
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €635,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 6% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 63%, from €390,000 to €635,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 66 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on area-level data: the home was built in 1920 on clay soil, and in this postcode area 88% of properties were built before 1970. The climate indications for this area include a medium risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, a low current flood risk, and low heat stress now, rising to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Makelaardij Met Bauke and Makelaardij Met Bauke on Funda.
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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 Emmastraat 22A, Groningen
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €675,000 is 6% above the WOZ value of €635,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The home has 191 m² of living space according to the agent, which is 95% larger than the neighbourhood average of 98 m².
What is the layout of this semi-detached house?
According to the agent, the home has five rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is listed at 191 m², while the BAG registration records 151 m². There is a garden of 29 m² facing west, accessible via the back alley, plus a roof terrace and a balcony. The property is fully owned.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The home has roof insulation, double glazing and HR+ glass, and is heated by a central heating boiler. These features can help keep energy use in check, but the label itself does not guarantee a specific level of consumption.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1920 on clay soil, and in this postcode area 88% of properties were built before 1970. The groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050, which can increase risk for wooden foundations. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The road traffic noise level is 66 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 32 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 19 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures come from public data for the address and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn is on your doorstep at 127 metres, and Poiesz is just around the corner at 553 metres. A second Albert Heijn and a Lidl are both about 955 metres away, a ten-minute walk. In total, there are 45 supermarkets within 5 km, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
Which schools are close to this home?
Zernike College for secondary education is just around the corner at 211 metres, and Joseph Haydn-School for primary education is at 229 metres. The Groningse Schoolvereniging, another primary school, is at 418 metres. There are 66 schools within 5 km, covering both primary and secondary education.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus stops on the v. Iddekingeweg and v. K. Verschuurlaan are both about 300 metres away, served by lines 50, 51 and 418. Groningen Europapark train station is 780 metres away, about a ten-minute walk. This gives you good options for getting around the city and beyond.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the district give an average score of 8.14 out of 10, based on nine reviews. One resident praises the area for its beautiful houses, good amenities and quiet atmosphere, while another simply calls it quiet. A third resident mentions that it feels less safe in the evening when young people are around. These reviews reflect the wider district, not just this specific street.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
The WOZ value has risen from €390,000 in 2020 to €635,000 in 2025, an increase of 63%. The value dipped slightly in 2023 to €434,000, but has since climbed steadily. This growth reflects the broader trend in the area, though the WOZ value is set by the municipality and may not match the current market value.
