A calm spot by the water
This terraced house on Jacob Schorerstraat 20 sits in De Held, a residential area in the west of Groningen. The home was built in 1998 and has an energy label A. With a last known price of €589,000, the asking price was on the high side compared to other [terraced houses in Groningen], which average around €483,125. This home has not been online since 2 November 2026.
The home itself
Inside, the house offers five rooms, including four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area was 153 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration listed 169 square metres. The plot measures 266 square metres. There is a garden at the front and back, with the back garden facing south, plus a roof terrace and an attached brick garage. The property is fully insulated, heated by a combi boiler with partial underfloor heating, and is in full ownership.
Life in De Held
De Held is a neighbourhood where residents of the district give an average score of 7.62 out of 10, based on twelve reviews. One resident says: "There is always something to do. There are supermarkets and plenty of other shops, cafeterias, fresh bread from the bakery. Market once a week, a nice park with ponds for fishing." Another notes: "Fine, it's safe to cycle home in the evening but it's not super either. And there is a huge piece of nature." The neighbourhood has about 2,445 inhabitants, and most homes are owner-occupied. For more on the area, see [the De Held neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy: the nearest supermarket, an Aldi, is about a ten-minute walk away, and there are several other options within a couple of streets. Primary schools like Cbs Aquamarijn and De Feniks are just around the corner. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk De Capella is a bit further, and the BENU Apotheek is about a ten-minute walk. For public transport, the bus stop Groningen, Hans Lodeizenstraat is on your doorstep, with lines 35 and 39. The nearest train station, Groningen Noord, is about 3 kilometres away. All this is part of [the municipality of Groningen].
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value was €512,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price was 15% above this value. According to the municipality, the value has developed over the past five years, though the exact figures are not provided here. As for address risks, these are area-level indications: the noise from road traffic is 46 dB, from rail 24 dB, and from air 17 dB, all below the legal norm. The foundation risk is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, while flood risk and heat stress are low, both now and in 2050.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via two channels, including Riant Makelaars Groningen.
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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 Jacob Schorerstraat 20, Groningen
How did the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €589,000 was 15% above the WOZ value of €512,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price also sat above the average asking price for homes in De Held, which was €483,125.
What is the layout of this house?
This terraced house has five rooms in total: four bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area was 153 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration listed 169 square metres. There is a garden at the front and back, a roof terrace, and an attached brick garage.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This meant the home was likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also stated that the home was fully insulated, which supports the label, though the label itself was based on the official registration.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to area-level data, the noise from road traffic is 46 dB, from rail 24 dB, and from air 17 dB, all below the legal norm. These are indications for the area, not measurements at the property itself. The home is described as being on a quiet road, near water, in a residential area.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to area-level data. The soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling, but this is a general indication and not an inspection of the specific home. No further details are provided.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is an Aldi, about 1.1 kilometres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. Other options include an Albert Heijn at 1.1 kilometres, a Lidl at 1.2 kilometres, another Albert Heijn at 1.3 kilometres, and a Jumbo at 1.4 kilometres. All are within a short distance.
Which schools are close to this home?
There are several primary schools nearby: Cbs Aquamarijn and De Feniks are both about 794 metres away, and Openbare basisschool De Sterrensteen is at 852 metres. For secondary education, the Leon van Gelder school is about 1.2 kilometres away. These distances are approximate.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Groningen, Hans Lodeizenstraat, about 175 metres away, with lines 35 and 39. Another stop, Groningen, De Held, is at 257 metres, also with lines 35 and 39. The nearest train station is Groningen Noord, about 3 kilometres away.
What do residents say about the De Held district?
Residents of the district give an average score of 7.62 out of 10, based on twelve reviews. One resident mentions the variety of shops and a park with ponds, while another says it is safe to cycle home in the evening and notes the presence of nature. These reviews reflect the district, not just this specific neighbourhood.
Is there a risk of flooding at this address?
The current flood risk is low, and it is expected to remain low in 2050. Pluvial flooding, which occurs during heavy rain, is indicated as medium. These are area-level indications from climate data, not a guarantee for the property itself.
