Buying a home in Opwierde Zuid, Appingedam.
Opwierde Zuid is where you'll find families who've genuinely put down roots: quiet streets lined with 1970s and 80s homes, plenty of green space, and schools within walking distance. The neighbourhood sits right next to Appingedam's centre, so you're minutes from the shops and the waterfront. What you'll notice here is that people know each other without it feeling like a place where everyone's in your business. If you're after a solid home without city hustle, this is a straightforward fit.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in Opwierde Zuid
Pros:
- Quiet residential area with detached homes and spacious plots, ideal if you want to escape the hustle
- Close to Appingedam town centre (5–10 minutes by bike), so shops and restaurants are within reach without having to go elsewhere
- Direct bus connections to Groningen (including line 3), making it manageable for commuters
- Proximity to the Peizerdiep and green surroundings for walks and cycling
Cons:
- Limited housing stock on the market; many homes have been owned by the same families for years
- Dependent on car or bike for daily shopping; no supermarket directly in the neighbourhood
- Public transport is limited to a few bus lines; no train station nearby
- Little nightlife or entertainment venues within the neighbourhood itself
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 Zuid 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.
Buying agent in Opwierde Zuid
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Housing market Opwierde Zuid
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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