Burgwal, Haarlem
NeighbourhoodThis spacious rental apartment on Burgwal sits in the heart of Haarlem's historic Oude Stad. With 173 m² of living space, it is a generous home by any standard. The building dates from 1894 and has an energy label B, so it is both characterful and reasonably efficient. At €3,750 per month, the rent is 24% above the neighbourhood average of €3,029, which reflects the extra space and central location. For comparison, other apartments in Haarlem vary widely in size and price.
Burgwal is one of Haarlem's oldest neighbourhoods, with narrow streets and centuries-old buildings. It is densely urban, the address density is 5,664 per km², so you are right in the thick of things. Residents appreciate the beauty: one says, "Have lived here since 1992, still think it's a beautiful neighbourhood." Another adds, "Lovely neighbourhood to live in, old part of the city." The neighbourhood Burgwal has a mix of ages, with many singles and couples, and a lively street scene. Based on five reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.67 out of 10.
For groceries, Dekamarkt is just around the corner, and Vomar is a five-minute walk away. The Veronica Jenaplanschool is on your doorstep for primary education, while Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is a ten-minute walk for secondary school. A restaurant is a couple of streets away, and the municipality Haarlem offers all the cultural and leisure amenities you would expect from a historic city centre.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including PUUR* Makelaars Haarlem-Noord.
Details of this home
Burgwal 69, Haarlem
Good · 5 residents
Have lived here since 1992, still think it's a beautiful neighbourhood, but social contacts are decreasing.
Auto-translated to English by AILovely neighbourhood to live in, old part of the city. Cleaning and greenery leave something to be desired.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here for 33 years and I still walk around proudly at how beautiful the neighbourhood is, but connections and social contacts have deteriorated in the last few years, partly due to the "inbreeding" and greater differences between rich and poor.
Auto-translated to English by AIHave lived here for 32 years, nice neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIHave lived here for 32 years. Pleasant neighbourhood in itself. Could do with a bit more attention now and then, e.g. emptying containers.
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About Burgwal 69, Haarlem
The rent is 24% above the Burgwal average of €3,029, but the apartment is also 47% larger than the average (173 m² vs 118 m²). Given the size, central location, and energy label B, the price is in line with what you would expect for a premium property in this area.
Burgwal is a historic, densely built neighbourhood in Haarlem's old centre. It scores 7.67 out of 10 from five reviews. Residents praise its beauty but note that social contacts have decreased over the years. The area is very urban, with many singles and couples, and a high density of amenities.
The nearest train station is 1.5 km away, which is about a 15,20 minute walk or a short cycle ride.
Dekamarkt is just around the corner (406 m), and Vomar is a five-minute walk (633 m). There are also several other supermarkets within a few streets, so daily shopping is very convenient.
The apartment has an energy label B, which is good. It means the home is reasonably efficient, so heating costs should be manageable, though the high ceilings and large windows typical of a 1894 building may still require some heating in winter.
With 173 m², it is a large apartment, but the exact layout is not provided by the agent.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Burgwal
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