A spacious family home in the Indische buurt
This 1911 terraced house on Billitonstraat has a generous 146 m² of living space, making it one of the larger homes in the area. With an energy label C, it offers a good balance of character and efficiency. Priced at €569,000, it was the most expensive of the 25 homes at the time for sale in the neighbourhood and sat 61% above the average asking price, a reflection of its size and condition. For context, you can compare it with other terraced houses in Groningen. This home has not been online since 10 August 2026.
The Indische buurt
The Indische buurt is a diverse, inner-city neighbourhood with a strong urban feel, very high density and plenty going on. Residents give it a solid 7.87 out of 10, based on ten reviews. One resident calls it a "Lovely neighbourhood" and says: "I feel at home in this neighbourhood. Very diverse, safe and easily accessible." Another describes it as "Safe and relaxing" and adds: "Nice neighbourhood with lots of nature, close to the centre but very quiet." A third review is less positive, noting it is a "Deprived neighbourhood" with "generally low income." The area has many single-person households and a young population, with most homes built before 1945. Learn more about the neighbourhood Indische buurt.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, you have a Jumbo and an Aldi just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn a five-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including IKC Borgman Ebbinge and De Kleine Wereld, both a couple of streets away. Secondary education is also close by, with the Gomarus College Magnolia about a five-minute walk. A park or public garden was on your doorstep, perfect for a quick break. The municipality Groningen offers all the amenities you would expect from a city centre.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed through several channels, including and Funda.
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About Billitonstraat 5, Groningen
Was €569,000 a fair price for this home?
The asking price was 61% above the neighbourhood average of €353,480, and it was the most expensive of the 25 homes at the time for sale in the Indische buurt. However, with 146 m² of living space, it is also 64% larger than the average home in the area (89 m²). Whether it is fair depends on how much you value the extra space and the character of a 1911 terraced house.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Indische buurt is a very urban, diverse area with a high density of addresses. Residents rate it 7.87 out of 10. One resident says it is 'safe and easily accessible' and another appreciates the 'lots of nature' and quietness despite being close to the centre. A third review describes it as a 'deprived neighbourhood' with low income. The population is young, with many single-person households.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 1.3 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. Jumbo and Aldi are both about 226 metres away (just around the corner), and Albert Heijn is 447 metres away (a five-minute walk). Ekoplaza and another Albert Heijn are also within 600 metres.
What schools are in the area?
Primary schools nearby include IKC Borgman Ebbinge (635 m) and De Kleine Wereld (780 m). For secondary education, Gomarus College Magnolia is 540 m away and Kamerlingh Onnes (vmbo-tl, havo, vwo) is 829 m away.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has energy label C, which is average for an older house. It means the home is reasonably efficient but not as good as modern standards.
How many homes were for sale in the Indische buurt?
At the time, there were 25 homes for sale in the Indische buurt, with prices ranging from €200,000 to €569,000. The average asking price was €353,480, and the average size was 89 m².
