Westerhavenstraat 36
Binnenstad-West · 9718 AM Groningen
A historic terraced house in the heart of Groningen
This 1892 terraced house on Westerhavenstraat sits in the lively Binnenstad-West neighbourhood, where the city's energy meets quiet residential streets. With 78 m² of living space and a small plot, it's a compact home with character. The last known asking price of €400,000 was 20% below the neighbourhood average of €498,333, making it a keen option compared to other terraced houses in Groningen. This home has not been online since 26 August 2026.
The Binnenstad-West neighbourhood
Binnenstad-West is a dense, urban area with a strong student and couple presence. One resident describes it as a "Pleasant neighbourhood within walking distance of the bustling city centre", adding: "It's quiet, yet you're within a 5-minute walk of the city centre or Noordeplantsoen. However, I think it's more of a neighbourhood for students or couples. I wouldn't raise my children here. It's too busy for that!" This single review gives a glimpse into local life. The area has a very high address density of 6,700 per km², typical of a city centre. For more context, see the Binnenstad-West neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy: an Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and a Coop is a couple of streets away. For schools, the St. Michaëlschool (primary) is a ten-minute walk, and CSG Augustinus (secondary) is about the same distance. The Noorderplantsoen park was a five-minute stroll, perfect for a break. The municipality of Groningen offers all the amenities of a vibrant city; read more about the municipality of Groningen.
Source and availability
When this home was still on the market, it was listed via Makelaardij Prins van Wijngaarden BV and also appeared on Funda, so it was available through several channels.
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About Westerhavenstraat 36, Groningen
Was €400,000 a fair price for this terraced house?
The asking price of €400,000 was 20% below the average asking price in Binnenstad-West (€498,333) and matched the median price exactly. Given the compact 78 m² and energy label F, the price was in line with the market for a historic home in a central location.
What does energy label F mean for this home?
In this neighbourhood, most homes for sale had better labels (57% label B), so this was a point to consider. The label is an official registration and does not directly indicate the condition of insulation or installations.
How is the neighbourhood for daily life?
Binnenstad-West is very central: supermarkets like Albert Heijn and Coop are within a couple of streets away, and the city centre is a five-minute walk. The area is busy and popular with students and couples, but the resident review notes it's quiet on the street itself. Parks like Noorderplantsoen are close by.
What schools are near this home?
Primary schools within walking distance include St. Michaëlschool (about a ten-minute walk) and Nassauschool (slightly further). For secondary education, CSG Augustinus and Willem Lodewijk Gymnasium are both around a ten-minute walk away.
How far is the train station?
Groningen's main train station is 1.2 km away, about a 15-minute walk or a short cycle. This makes it convenient for travel to other cities.
Is this home suitable for families?
The resident review suggested the neighbourhood was more suited to students or couples, citing it being too busy for raising children. The home itself has 78 m² and a small plot, which may be compact for a family. The area has few households with children (only 35 out of 1,410 households).
