Zuiderkerkstraat 4
Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier, Groningen
A grand townhouse in the heart of Groningen
This 1890s terraced house on Zuiderkerkstraat 4 sits in the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier, a lively part of Groningen's Centrum district. With its classic herenhuis character and a roof terrace, it is a home with real presence. The asking price of €725,000 sits about 19% above the average asking price of €606,783 for [terraced houses in Groningen], which puts it on the high side of the local market.
Inside the home
The agent describes a six-room layout spread over three floors, with four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area is listed at 191 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 205 m². The plot measures 88 m² according to both sources. The home has roof insulation and double glazing, a central heating boiler, and is offered as full ownership. A roof terrace is present.
Life in the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.88, based on six reviews. One resident says: "A vibrant neighbourhood with lots of nice people. Actually, everything is just fine. 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." Another adds: "Very pleasant living, central but not too busy. Really great! All amenities are within walking distance, including a small park. You're in the city centre in no time." A third resident notes: "The neighbourhood is cosy and quiet. The park is easily accessible and the people in the area are friendly, but there is often litter on the streets, which is a shame." The area is very densely populated, with over 7,000 addresses per square kilometre, and a large share of young adults. For more context, see [the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier neighbourhood].
Amenities and getting around
The Ekoplaza supermarket is on your doorstep, with an Albert Heijn just around the corner. IKC Borgman Ebbinge primary school is a couple of streets away, and the Praedinius Gymnasium is a ten-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk D. Soeters is just around the corner, and the Service Apotheek Boterdiep pharmacy is a five-minute walk. Bus stop Groningen, Pijpstraat is on your doorstep with lines 1, 2, 10, 11 and 171, and Groningen Noord train station is a ten-minute walk. The wider area falls under [the municipality of Groningen].
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. The address-level risk data indicates road traffic noise at 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail and air traffic noise remain below their standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on the 1890 construction on clay soil and the area's pre-1970 building stock. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while current flood risk is low and heat stress is expected to rise from low to medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via three channels, all through Namaco Groningen.
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About Zuiderkerkstraat 4, Groningen
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €725,000 is about 19% above the average asking price of €606,783 for homes currently for sale in the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €500,000, and prices range from €175,000 to €1,745,000. The average price per square metre for homes on the market here is €4,584, while this home is listed at €3,796 per square metre based on the agent's floor area.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home has six rooms spread over three floors, including four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area is listed at 191 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 205 m². The plot measures 88 m². A roof terrace is present, and the home is offered as full ownership with roof insulation and double glazing.
What do residents say about living in the Hortusbuurt-Ebbingekwartier?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.88 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident describes it as vibrant with lots of nice people, close to eateries, supermarkets and bus stops, with the city beach as a green area. Another says it is very pleasant, central but not too busy, with all amenities within walking distance. A third notes it is cosy and quiet, though there is often litter on the streets.
Which supermarkets are closest to this home?
The Ekoplaza supermarket is 80 metres away, making it the nearest option. An Albert Heijn is 190 metres from the home, and a Jumbo and an Aldi are both 412 metres away. A second Albert Heijn is 442 metres away. In total, there are 49 supermarkets within five kilometres of the property.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The nearest bus stop is Groningen, Pijpstraat at 130 metres, served by lines 1, 2, 10, 11 and 171. Groningen, UMCG Noord is 421 metres away with additional lines 3, 4 and 163. Groningen Noord train station is 892 metres from the home.
What does the foundation risk indication mean for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, based on area-level data. The home was built in 1890 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The KCAF attention area notes that 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970, and 1% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. Groundwater levels are projected to drop towards 2050, which can increase risk for wooden foundations. This is an indication at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What is the noise situation around this address?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 59 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard, based on 2022 data. Rail traffic noise is 32 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 18 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures come from public data at address level and describe the acoustic environment of the area.
What is the energy label of this home?
The home has energy label C. This means the home is neither the most nor the least efficient on the label scale. With label C, you can expect moderate energy costs compared to the least efficient labels, though the exact costs depend on your usage and energy prices. The agent notes the home has roof insulation and double glazing.
Which schools are within walking distance?
IKC Borgman Ebbinge primary school is 258 metres away, and St. Michaëlschool is 384 metres away. For secondary education, the Praedinius Gymnasium is 633 metres away, and the H.N. Werkman Stadslyceum is 743 metres away. In total, there are 78 schools within five kilometres of the home.
How old is this property and what does that mean?
The home was built in 1890, making it a late-19th-century terraced house. The construction year is a factual detail of the property. The agent describes it as a herenhuis, a type of grand townhouse. The home has been updated with roof insulation and double glazing, and has a central heating boiler.





