A quiet terrace house in Vinkhuizen-Noord
This mid-terrace house on Briljantstraat sits in a neighbourhood that's greener and more spacious than its reputation suggests. With 124 m² of living space and an A+ energy label, it's efficient and comfortable. At €550 a month, the rent was 25% below the neighbourhood average of €730, a keen price for a home of this size. For context, terraced houses in Groningen typically command higher rents. This home has not been online since 17 July 2026.
Vinkhuizen-Noord: a mixed but friendly area
Vinkhuizen-Noord has around 6,000 residents, many of them young adults and students. The neighbourhood gets mixed reviews: one resident calls it "A very good neighbourhood" with "lots of contact with neighbours, always cosy!" Another says it "generally has an undeserved bad reputation" and is "well-stocked with shops and greenery." A third mentions "lots of crime" and "dangerous roundabouts." Based on four reviews, the average score is 7.1 out of 10. The neighbourhood Vinkhuizen-Noord is densely built but has a park just a couple of streets away.
Daily life on Briljantstraat
For your morning bread run, Jumbo is just around the corner, with Aldi and Albert Heijn a five-minute walk further. Two primary schools, Openbare basisschool De Sterrensteen and De Hoeksteen, are within a ten-minute walk. The municipality Groningen provides good local amenities, including a GP practice and a restaurant within walking distance. The train station is a ten-minute cycle away.
Source and availability
When this home was still on the market, it was listed through several channels, including Gruno Vastgoed B.V. and Vastgoed Nederland. With only six rental homes currently available in the neighbourhood, and properties typically renting within 20 days, it's a fast-moving market.
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About Briljantstraat 379, Groningen
Was €550 a fair price for this house?
Yes, it was a keen price. The average rent in Vinkhuizen-Noord was €730, so this home was 25% below that. For a 124 m² mid-terrace house with an A+ energy label, €550 was very competitive.
How safe is Vinkhuizen-Noord?
Opinions vary. One resident mentions crime and dangerous roundabouts, while another says the area is generally safe and has an undeserved bad reputation. The total number of crimes recorded in the neighbourhood is 191, which is moderate for a densely populated area.
What is the neighbourhood like for families?
Vinkhuizen-Noord has a mix of households: about 640 with children and 710 without. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and the area has plenty of greenery and a park just a couple of streets away.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 2.8 km away, which is about a ten-minute cycle or a short bus ride.
What shops are nearby?
Jumbo is just around the corner (589 m), and Aldi and Albert Heijn are within a five-minute walk. There's also a Lidl and a SPAR within a bit further.
How quickly do rental homes go in this area?
Properties in Vinkhuizen-Noord are rented out in an average of 20 days, so it's a fast-moving market. With only six homes currently available, you may want to act promptly.
