A terraced house with character in the Hortusbuurt
This 1906 terraced house on Bloemsingel sits in the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier, a lively part of Groningen's Centrum district. The home has a classic facade and a floor plan that spans two floors, with a total volume of 476 cubic metres. The asking price of €295,000 is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €613,783. For a sense of what this price buys you, it helps to look at other [terraced houses in Groningen]( /koopwoningen/groningen/tussenwoningen/).
Inside the home
According to the agent, the house has six rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed as 112 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 133 m². The plot measures 95 m². There is a patio/atrium garden and a roof terrace. The home is heated by a central heating boiler. The property is municipal ground lease, with the perpetual ground rent already bought off. The energy label is D, which means you can expect moderate energy costs.
Life in the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.88, based on six reviews. One resident says: "A vibrant neighbourhood with lots of nice people." Another notes: "Very pleasant living, central but not too busy." A third adds: "The neighbourhood is cosy and quiet. The park is easily accessible and the people in the area are friendly, but there is often litter on the streets, which is a shame." The area is home to about 6,515 people, and a large share of households are single-person. The neighbourhood has a mix of old and newer housing, with many homes built before 1945. For more on the area, see [the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier neighbourhood]( /buurt/hortusbuurt-ebbingekwartier-groningen/).
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. Ekoplaza is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. IKC Borgman Ebbinge primary school is on your doorstep, and Praedinius Gymnasium is a five-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsen Boterdiep is a couple of streets away, as is Service Apotheek Boterdiep. The UMCG hospital is a ten-minute walk. Bus stop Groningen, UMCG Noord is on your doorstep, with lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 10, 11, 163 and 171. Groningen Noord train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Groningen offers a wide range of services and facilities, as described on [the municipality of Groningen]( /gemeente/groningen/).
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €402,000, and the asking price is 27% below that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 74%, from €231,000 to €402,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 64 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while rail and air traffic noise stay below the norm. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on area-level data: the home was built in 1906 on clay soil, and the groundwater level is expected to drop towards 2050. The pluvial flooding risk is medium, as is the current and 2050 flood risk. Heat stress is low now, but 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 Schouten + van der Griezen.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Bloemsingel 4, Groningen
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €295,000 is 52% below the average asking price in the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier, which is €613,783. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed living area of 112 m², is €2,634, which is also below the neighbourhood average of €4,455 per m². The price verdict is therefore 'keen'.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the house has six rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 112 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 133 m². There is a patio/atrium garden and a roof terrace. The home is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €402,000. The asking price of €295,000 is 27% below that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 74%, from €231,000 to €402,000. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 64 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Rail traffic noise is 31 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 18 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1906 on clay soil, and 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 supermarkets are nearby?
Ekoplaza is about 360 metres away, Albert Heijn about 370 metres, and Jumbo, Aldi and another Albert Heijn are all within about 476 metres. That means you have several options for groceries within a short walk.
Which schools are close to this home?
IKC Borgman Ebbinge primary school is about 96 metres away, and De Kleine Wereld is about 366 metres. For secondary education, Praedinius Gymnasium is about 429 metres away, and H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum is about 558 metres.
How is the public transport in this area?
The bus stop Groningen, UMCG Noord is about 95 metres away, with lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 10, 11, 163 and 171. Groningen Noord train station is about 1,041 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.88, based on six reviews. One resident says: "A vibrant neighbourhood with lots of nice people." Another notes: "Very pleasant living, central but not too busy." A third adds: "The neighbourhood is cosy and quiet. The park is easily accessible and the people in the area are friendly, but there is often litter on the streets, which is a shame."
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label is D. This means you can expect moderate energy costs. The home has a central heating boiler. The energy label is a general indication of energy performance, not a statement about the condition of the building.
