Buying a home in Laskwerd, Appingedam.
In Laskwerd you'll find family homes ranging from cosy 1970s detached houses to more spacious properties with proper gardens—the kind of neighbourhood where people actually know their neighbours. The village sits just outside Appingedam's busier centre, which means quieter streets and countryside within walking distance, yet the water and local shops are minutes away. You're looking at a place where kids can cycle freely and someone will likely remember you by name at the market.
Start free trialWhat to consider when buying in Laskwerd
Pros:
- Direct line 52 bus connection to Groningen Central Station, 15–20 minutes, reliable weekday service
- Railway station on your doorstep; regional trains to Groningen, Assen, and Leeuwarden
- Compact old center with 19th-century merchant houses and walkable streets
- Quieter than Groningen city; slower pace, fewer tourists, lower property prices than urban alternatives
- Close to Eemsdelta's water routes and flat cycling terrain
Cons:
- Weekend and evening train service thins out noticeably; some connections require transfers
- Limited restaurant and entertainment scene; most nightlife requires a trip to Groningen
- Housing stock is older, mostly pre-1950s build; renovations are common and costly
- Bus 52 can be crowded during rush hours and reliability dips in winter
- Appingedam itself has shrinking population and fewer job opportunities than Groningen
Finding a home in Appingedam
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Asking prices and sale prices in Appingedam
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The wider housing market in Appingedam
Buying a home in Appingedam? The median sale price in the previous full quarter was around €334,000. Compare a home's features, such as living area and condition, with similar homes.
Updated: September 2026