Buying a home in Kalkwijk-Zuid, Hoogezand.
Kalkwijk-Zuid is where you'll find solid, mid-sized terraced homes and bungalows from the 1970s and 80s—affordable and straightforward to maintain. Your neighbors tend to be families who've put down roots here; it's the kind of place where people stay put. The neighbourhood sits close to the Winschoterdiep canal, which draws cyclists and dog-walkers year-round. Hoogezand's town center is a quick walk or bike ride away, with your everyday shops and services. It's genuine, unpolished, and honest in its appeal.
Start free trialWhat to consider when buying in Kalkwijk-Zuid
Pros:
- Direct access to Winschoten railway line (frequent connections to Groningen city center, 25 minutes)
- Newer post-war housing stock means fewer surprise renovation costs compared to older neighborhoods
- Quieter than Kalkwijk-Noord; less through-traffic from the A7
- Local shops on Tweede Dwarsweg and Gasthuisplein still function reasonably well
- Lower property prices than comparable homes in Groningen city
Cons:
- Heavy lorry traffic on the N33 toward the industrial estates creates noise and air quality concerns
- Aging commercial center on Gasthuisplein; several empty storefronts suggest declining foot traffic
- Limited cultural amenities—no cinema, theater, or major gallery within the neighborhood
- School closures in recent years have reduced local primary school options
- Car dependency remains high; cycling infrastructure to Groningen is minimal despite the railway connection
Living environment
More registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Midden-Groningen
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 56.84
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 212
- Residential burglary
- 6
- Theft
- 32
- Violence and threats
- 32
- Vandalism and public order
- 11
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through September 2026
Finding a home in Hoogezand
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Asking prices and sale prices in Hoogezand
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The wider housing market in Hoogezand
Buying a home in Hoogezand? The median sale price in the previous full quarter was around €280,000. When viewing a home, compare its features, such as living area and condition, with similar homes.
Updated: September 2026