Westerbinnensingel 5
Binnenstad-West, Groningen
AreaA classic terraced house in the heart of Groningen
This 1915 terraced house sits on the Westerbinnensingel, right in the middle of the historic Binnenstad-West neighbourhood. With the canals, the city beach and the lively streets of the centre all around, this is a spot where Groningen's energy is always close at hand. The asking price of €550,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price for terraced houses in Groningen.
Inside the home
The agent describes this as a five-room family home spread over four floors, with one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is given as 124 m² in the agent's listing, while the BAG registration records 144 m². The home has roof insulation and double glazing, a central heating boiler and a roof terrace. It is offered in full ownership, and the asking price works out at €4,435 per m² based on the agent's floor area.
Life in Binnenstad-West
Residents of the wider Centrum district give their living environment an average score of 7.79, based on 28 reviews. One resident says: "People are friendly, I enjoy living here." Another describes it as "a vibrant neighbourhood with lots of nice people", adding that "there are several eateries in the neighbourhood, supermarkets are close by, bus stops, you can park your bike easily, and with the city beach there is also a beautiful and well-known green area." The district is home to around 1,700 people, and most households consist of a single person. The Binnenstad-West neighbourhood itself is a compact, historic area where the streets are lined with classic Groningen architecture.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Coop is on your doorstep, with an Albert Heijn just around the corner and another a couple of streets away. The St. Michaëlschool is a five-minute walk, and the Nassauschool is a ten-minute walk. The GP practice Gezondheidscentrum Arts en Zorg Hoendiep and the Medsen Apotheek Hoendiep are both a couple of streets away. Bus stop Groningen, Westerhaven is just around the corner with lines 7, 8, 9, 19, 35, 39 and 139, and Groningen train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Groningen offers all the facilities of a provincial capital.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. The address data does show some area-level indications. The road traffic noise is 54 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway noise at 39 dB and aircraft noise at 18 dB are both below it. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on the 1915 construction on clay soil and the fact that all properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are public risk indications at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing the home is offered via multiple channels, including Lagro | Ebens makelaars & taxateurs.
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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.
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About Westerbinnensingel 5, Groningen
What does the asking price of €550,000 say about the market position of this home?
The asking price is on the high side compared with the average asking price for terraced houses in Groningen. The price per square metre is €4,435, based on the agent's stated living area of 124 m². This comparison is precomputed against the neighbourhood average, so it gives an indication of where this listing sits in the local market, without saying anything about whether the price is justified.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this home have?
According to the agent, the home has five rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over four floors. The living area is listed as 124 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 144 m². The home also has a roof terrace, roof insulation and double glazing, and is heated by a central heating boiler.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
No WOZ value is stated for this property. Without it, there is no reference point to compare the asking price against the official municipal valuation.
What does the elevated foundation risk indication mean for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated. This is based on area-level public data: the home was built in 1915 on clay soil, and all properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. 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.
Which supermarkets are closest to this home?
The Coop is the nearest supermarket at about 171 metres, with an Albert Heijn at 207 metres and another Albert Heijn at 387 metres. An Ekoplaza is at 619 metres and a Coop at 650 metres. All are within easy walking distance, making daily grocery shopping straightforward from this location.
What public transport options are available near Westerbinnensingel 5?
The nearest bus stop is Groningen, Westerhaven at about 134 metres, served by lines 7, 8, 9, 19, 35, 39 and 139. A second stop, Groningen, Verl. Visserstraat, is at 213 metres with lines 7, 9, 19, 35 and 39. Groningen train station is about 760 metres away, roughly a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the wider Centrum district give their living environment an average score of 7.79 out of 10, based on 28 reviews. One resident says people are friendly and that they enjoy living there. Another mentions the eateries, close supermarkets, bus stops, easy bike parking and the city beach as highlights. These reviews describe the district as a whole, not specifically the Binnenstad-West neighbourhood.
What is the noise situation at this address?
The area-level data shows road traffic noise at 54 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 39 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 18 dB Lden, both below the standard. These figures come from public risk data and are indications at area level, not measurements taken at this specific property.
Which schools are within walking distance of this home?
The St. Michaëlschool is the nearest primary school at about 576 metres, and the Nassauschool is at 710 metres. For secondary education, CSG Augustinus is at 937 metres and the Willem Lodewijk Gymnasium at 991 metres. All are within a reasonable walking distance from the home.
What healthcare facilities are nearby?
The nearest GP practice is Gezondheidscentrum Arts en Zorg Hoendiep at about 631 metres, and the Medsen Apotheek Hoendiep pharmacy is at 640 metres. The Universitair Medisch Centrum Groningen hospital is at 1,342 metres. These are all within easy reach for routine and emergency healthcare needs.
