Vinkhuizen-Noord, Groningen
NeighbourhoodThis studio on Smaragdstraat offers a compact, efficient layout in a neighbourhood that's greener than its reputation suggests. At €199,000, the asking price is 35% below the neighbourhood average of €307,421, which makes it a keen entry point into Groningen's housing market. For context, the average price per square metre in the area is €2,808, and this home's 44 m² is smaller than the local norm of 112 m². If you're looking for a foothold in the city, this is worth a close look, especially given the limited supply of studios in Groningen.
Vinkhuizen-Noord is a mixed bag, according to its residents. One resident calls it "a very good neighbourhood" with "lots of contact with neighbours, always cosy!" Another, however, describes it as "Vinkitown, a place full of wannabes and crazies, but well-stocked with shops and greenery," adding that the area "generally has an undeserved bad reputation" and is "safe and well-provided with greenery and recreation." A third review mentions "lots of crime" and "dangerous roundabouts." Based on four reviews, the average score is 7.06 out of 10. The neighbourhood is densely populated (2,882 addresses per km²) and mostly consists of flats, 41% are single-family homes, and only 23% are owner-occupied. It's a young area, with many residents between 25 and 45. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Vinkhuizen-Noord page.
Your morning bread run is a five-minute walk: Aldi, Albert Heijn, Lidl and Jumbo are all within 700 metres. For school runs, Openbare basisschool De Sterrensteen and De Hoeksteen are both just over 600 metres away, a short stroll. A park or garden is on your doorstep, and a GP is a couple of streets away. The city centre is a short bike ride, and the main train station is 2.8 km away. For more on the wider area, check the municipality Groningen page.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including iQ Makelaars, Funda, Pararius and Vastgoed Nederland.
Details of this home
Smaragdstraat 31B, Groningen
Good · 4 residents
Lots of crime in the neighbourhood. Many young people who are part of it. Dangerous roundabouts where many accidents happen.
Auto-translated to English by AILots of contact with neighbours, always cosy!
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood generally has an undeserved bad reputation. The area is generally safe and well-provided with greenery and recreation.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere is a lot of greenery in Vinkhuizen. I find this important. In terms of shops and facilities, there is plenty available. However, as a woman, I don't go out on the street in the evening because things often happen in this neighbourhood.
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Data from Vinkhuizen-Noord
41 within 5 km
64 within 5 km
About Smaragdstraat 31B, Groningen
The asking price is 35% below the neighbourhood average of €307,421, which is a significant discount. However, the home is also smaller than average (44 m² vs 112 m²). The price per square metre works out to about €4,523, which is above the neighbourhood average of €2,808 per m², so you're paying a premium for the compact size. Given the limited supply of studios in Groningen, the price is keen for a starter home.
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range rating: the home is not particularly efficient, so you can expect moderate heating costs. In the neighbourhood, 36.8% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is fairly typical for the area. If energy efficiency is a priority, you might want to consider improvements.
Residents have mixed views. One review mentions "lots of crime" and "dangerous roundabouts," while another says the area is "safe" and has an "undeserved bad reputation." The neighbourhood recorded 191 total crimes in the latest data, which is relatively high for a neighbourhood of 6,000 residents. It's worth visiting at different times to get a feel for the area.
The nearest train station is 2.8 km away, which is a 10-minute cycle or a short bus ride. The neighbourhood is very urban (address density 2,882 per km²), so public transport connections are generally good.
Vinkhuizen-Noord has a mix of households: about 23% are families with children, 25% are couples without children, and the largest group (52%) are single-person households. There are several primary schools within a 10-minute walk, and a park is just 100 metres away. However, the area is densely built and has a young, transient feel, not a classic suburban family neighbourhood.
Parking is not specifically mentioned in the listing, but in a dense urban neighbourhood like Vinkhuizen-Noord, street parking is common and may be paid or permit-based. It's best to check with the municipality for specific parking rules on Smaragdstraat.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Vinkhuizen-Noord
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