A 19th-century terraced house in the heart of Groningen
This terraced house on Westerhavenstraat 9 sits in Binnenstad-West, a lively part of Groningen's city centre. Built in 1887, it is a piece of the city's history, with a classic facade that fits right into the streetscape. The asking price of €475,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For context, the average asking price for terraced houses in Groningen sits at €359,667, making this home 32% above that figure.
Inside the home
The agent describes this as a single-family terraced house with four rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors. The living area is listed at 103 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 106 m². The plot measures 93 m² per the agent, against 85 m² in the BAG registration. There is a west-facing back garden of 15 m² and a roof terrace. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is offered as full ownership. The energy label is D.
Life in Binnenstad-West
Residents of the Centrum district, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 7.82, based on 27 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 about 1,740 people, and the vast majority of households are single-person. The address density is high at 6,700 addresses per square kilometre, which reflects the urban character of the Binnenstad-West neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Coop supermarket is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. The St. Michaëlschool is a couple of streets away, and the Nassauschool is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Gezondheidscentrum Arts en Zorg Hoendiep, with Medsen Apotheek Hoendiep next to it. Bus stop Groningen, Westerhaven is just around the corner, served by lines 7, 8, 9, 19, 35, 39 and 139. Groningen train station is a ten-minute walk, and the university hospital is a short trip away. All of this sits within the municipality of Groningen.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €416,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 14% above that WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 23%, from €338,000 to €416,000. As for the address, the road traffic noise level is 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, and the pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is medium. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
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 Westerhavenstraat 9, Groningen
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €475,000 is 32% above the average asking price in Binnenstad-West, which is €359,667. The price per square metre is €4,612 based on the agent's listed living area of 103 m², compared with a neighbourhood average of €4,446 per m². The price verdict is that this home is on the high side relative to the local market.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, this is a single-family terraced house with four rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom across two floors. The living area is listed as 103 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 106 m². There is a west-facing back garden of 15 m² and a roof terrace. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is €416,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €475,000 is 14% above this value. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value increased by 23%, from €338,000 to €416,000. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The road traffic noise level at this address is 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 40 dB Lden, below the standard, and aircraft noise is 18 dB Lden, also below the standard. These figures come from public data and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated. The home was built in 1887 on clay soil, and the area is a KCAF attention zone where 92% of properties 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 based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are close by?
The Coop supermarket is just 160 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is 173 metres away. A second Albert Heijn is 389 metres from the home, and another Coop is 564 metres away. For organic groceries, Ekoplaza is 583 metres away. All of these are within easy walking distance.
What schools are near this property?
The nearest primary school is St. Michaëlschool, 625 metres away, followed by Nassauschool at 792 metres. For secondary education, CSG Augustinus is 888 metres away and Willem Lodewijk Gymnasium is 921 metres away. There are 80 schools within five kilometres of the home.
How is the public transport in this area?
The bus stop Groningen, Westerhaven is 119 metres away, served by lines 7, 8, 9, 19, 35, 39 and 139. A second stop, Groningen, Verl. Visserstraat, is 293 metres away with lines 7, 9, 19, 35 and 39. Groningen train station is 678 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the Centrum district give their living environment an average score of 7.82 out of 10, based on 27 reviews. One resident says: "People are friendly, I enjoy living here." Another describes it as "a vibrant neighbourhood with lots of nice people," mentioning eateries, nearby supermarkets, bus stops and the city beach as highlights.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, so energy costs will be moderate compared with more efficient homes. The agent notes that the home has double glazing. The label is a general indication of energy performance, not a statement about the condition of the building.
