Buying a home in Opwierde Noord, Appingedam.
Opwierde Noord is a quiet neighbourhood where families choose space and greenery over everything else. Most homes here date from the seventies and eighties, well-maintained with generous gardens. You're close enough to Appingedam's centre when you need it, but the neighbourhood itself feels genuinely removed from the hustle. There's a strong community feel with plenty of children outside, and you have schools, shops, and Eemsdelta's open landscape right on your doorstep.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in Opwierde Noord
Pros:
- Direct cycling route to Appingedam town centre via Hoofdstraat; about 10 minutes
- Plenty of single-family homes with gardens, not cramped terraced housing
- Quiet residential street without through traffic; children can play outside safely
- Close to the Peizerdiep for walks and cycling along the water
Cons:
- No supermarket in Opwierde Noord itself; nearest Albert Heijn or Jumbo in Appingedam centre
- Limited nightlife and dining options in the neighbourhood; cafés and restaurants mainly in Appingedam town centre
- Appingedam train station is on the edge of town; no fast connection to Groningen (about 30 minutes by bus)
- Limited housing variety; mostly older single-family homes from the 1970s–80s
Living environment
In line with other neighborhoods in Eemsdelta
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 25.95
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 123
- Residential burglary
- 4
- Theft
- 15
- Violence and threats
- 23
- Vandalism and public order
- 18
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 Opwierde Noord 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 Opwierde Noord
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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