Buying a home in Westerdraai, Appingedam.
Westerdraai is a quiet residential area where you'll find families and couples who chose to be here deliberately. The homes are mostly from the 1970s and 80s, well-maintained and reasonably priced. You're just outside Appingedam's centre, so you get the peace and quiet while the shops and waterfront are still within easy reach. The neighbourhood has a nice balance: plenty of green space, well-laid cycling paths, and neighbours who know each other without it feeling like a place where everyone knows your business.
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Best things and drawbacks to living in Westerdraai
Pros:
- Quiet residential area with mostly detached and semi-detached homes, typical for this part of Groningen
- Direct access to Appingedam centre via Hoofdstraat, where supermarkets and basic services are located
- Close to the Peizerdiep, suitable for walking and cycling
- Affordable house prices compared to Groningen city
Cons:
- Limited public transport: no train station in Appingedam itself, bus connections are sparse
- Little nightlife or dining scene; you depend on Groningen city for evenings out
- Few schools in the immediate area; families need to travel to Groningen or other towns
- Limited job opportunities; most commuters work in Groningen or further away
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 Westerdraai 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 Westerdraai
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Housing market Westerdraai
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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