Herman Colleniusstraat 44
Schildersbuurt · 9718 KV Groningen
A grand terraced house in the Schildersbuurt
On a quiet street in the Schildersbuurt, this 1914 terraced house stands out with its generous proportions. The home is part of Oud-West, a lively part of Groningen where the city centre is just around the corner. With a last known asking price of €650,000, the price per square metre came to €3,266 based on the agent's listing, which was on the high side compared with the average of €4,460 per m² for terraced houses in Groningen. The asking price itself sat above the neighbourhood average of €625,091, so this was a home that asked a premium for its size and character. This home has not been online since 8 October 2026.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this herenhuis-style terraced house spans three floors and offered five rooms, including four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area was listed as 199 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 209 m². The plot measures 105 m² in both sources. There is a patio garden facing west and a balcony, so outdoor space comes in two forms. The home had a combi boiler for heating and was offered with full ownership. It had been listed since 30 June 2026.
Life in the Schildersbuurt
Residents of the district of Oud-West, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 7.87, based on sixteen reviews. One resident describes it as a quiet but cosy place: "It's very quiet, yet there's always something going on. Everything you need is within walking distance." Another notes that "despite the population density, quiet and pleasant" sums it up. A third resident mentions the mix of families and people of different ages, with a Spar, a primary school and a playground all within a short walk. The neighbourhood itself is home to around 5,685 people, many of them students, with 45% aged between 15 and 25. For a sense of what the Schildersbuurt neighbourhood feels like, these reviews offer a glimpse.
Amenities and transport
The daily routine is well served here. A Jumbo supermarket is on your doorstep, with a SPAR and a Coop just around the corner. For primary education, the Nassauschool is a couple of streets away, and OJS De Petteflet is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP, Gezondheidscentrum Arts en Zorg Hoendiep, is just around the corner, and the Medsen Apotheek Hoendiep is equally close. Bus stops on H. Colleniusstraat and J. Steenstraat, both a short walk away, offer lines 7, 35 and 39, while the Regentessestraat stop adds lines 9 and 19. Groningen's main train station is a ten-minute walk, and the university hospital is within reach. All of this sits within the municipality of Groningen, a city known for its compact scale.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value was available for this property, so there was no municipal valuation to compare with the asking price. As for the address, public risk data indicates that road traffic noise here is 66 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise stay below their norms. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on the 1914 construction on clay soil and the fact that 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. These are area-level indications from public sources, not an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is rated medium, while current flood risk and heat stress are low, though heat stress is expected to rise to medium by 2050.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Makelaardij Van der Houwen on Funda and other listings. The main agent was Makelaardij Van der Houwen.
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About Herman Colleniusstraat 44, Groningen
How did the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €650,000 was above the neighbourhood average of €625,091 and the median of €585,000. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed living area of 199 m², was €3,266, which was lower than the neighbourhood average of €4,460 per m². This reflected the home's large floor area relative to its price.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home had five rooms, including four bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over three floors. The living area was listed as 199 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 209 m². There is a patio garden facing west and a balcony. The home has a combi boiler for heating.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
No WOZ value is stated for this property. Without it, there was no official comparison between the asking price and the municipal valuation.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, according to public data. This is based on the 1914 construction on clay soil and the fact that all properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. It is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are within walking distance?
A Jumbo supermarket is on your doorstep, with a SPAR and a Coop just around the corner. The nearest GP and pharmacy are both within a few minutes' walk. For schools, the Nassauschool is a couple of streets away, and OJS De Petteflet is a five-minute walk. Bus stops with lines 7, 35 and 39 are just around the corner.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district of Oud-West, which includes this neighbourhood, give an average score of 7.87 based on sixteen reviews. They describe it as quiet yet lively, with everything within walking distance. One resident mentions a nice little park on the doorstep, while another notes the mix of families and people of different ages.
How far is the train station?
Groningen's main train station is approximately 1.2 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it easy to reach other parts of the city and beyond by rail.
What was the energy label and what did it mean for costs?
The home has energy label B. The label does not say anything about the structural condition of the property, only its energy performance.
