Buying a home in Olingermeeden, Appingedam.
Olingermeeden is a quiet residential area where you'll find families and couples who've put down roots here for the long term. The homes are mostly from the seventies and eighties, well-maintained and affordable. You're close enough to Appingedam's centre for convenience, but far enough to escape the bustle; the Eems river is within walking distance and gives the neighbourhood an open, water-rich feel. Schools and shops are nearby, and Groningen is easily accessible.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in Olingermeeden
Pros:
- Direct train connection to Groningen Centraal via Appingedam station (approximately 15 minutes)
- Predominantly single-family homes with gardens; no apartment blocks
- Quiet, residential setting without busy through-traffic
- Close to the Reitdiep area for walking and cycling along the water
Cons:
- Limited shops and amenities within Olingermeeden itself; dependent on Appingedam centre or Groningen
- Little nightlife; no bars or cafés in the immediate neighbourhood
- Car-dependent for groceries and daily activities
- Significant distance to Groningen-Noord and other major employers; commuting required
Living environment
Fewer registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Eemsdelta
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 11.54
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 36
- Residential burglary
- 4
- Theft
- 3
- Violence and threats
- 3
- Vandalism and public order
- 6
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through May 2026
What does Olingermeeden offer?
Appingedam is a former harbor town where 17th-century canal houses still define the streetscape—many now converted into modern homes. You'll find families and couples here who value quiet, yet you're only 15 minutes from Groningen for work and going out. The Eems river is there if you sail, and the town center is small enough to walk around. House prices are noticeably lower than the city, and you get more space for your money.
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Housing market Olingermeeden
In Appingedam, the real estate market saw 29 homes sold this quarter, compared to 22 last quarter. The average transaction price this quarter was 383,000 euros, down from 391,000 euros last quarter. The average transaction price per square meter decreased from 3,043 euros to 2,927 euros. The average list price also went from 377,000 euros last quarter to 363,000 euros this quarter. Additionally, the average WOZ-value this year is 5,000 euros higher than last year, reflecting a stable market despite the recent price adjustments.
Updated: June 2026
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