Doelenplein 14
Vijfhoek, Haarlem
AreaA sunny spot in the old heart of Haarlem
This first-floor apartment sits on the Doelenplein, right in the middle of the Vijfhoek, one of Haarlem's oldest quarters. The setting is described as sheltered, yet you are in the centre of town, with the Grote Markt and the canals a short stroll away. The asking price of €395,000 is 44% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €703,016. That makes this home, at first glance, a sharp price point for the area. For a sense of what else is on the market, have a look at apartments in Haarlem.
A compact home with a sunny terrace
Built in 1981, this is a two-room apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is listed as 56 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 51 m². There is a west-facing sun terrace and a balcony, so the afternoon and evening sun should find its way here. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler. It is a portiekwoning, or walk-up apartment, and it comes with a municipal ground lease, with an annual canon of €1,175.13. The homeowners' association fee is €135 per month.
Living in the Vijfhoek
Residents of the Vijfhoek neighbourhood give their living environment a solid 8.25 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "The Vijfhoek is a very pleasant neighbourhood to live in. Everyone knows each other and is kind to one another." Another adds: "Everything is conveniently close by and I live right by the water, where I usually go paddleboarding in the summer." A third resident mentions that pet waste is sometimes left on the doorstep, which is a small annoyance. The neighbourhood counts around 3,500 inhabitants, and most households are single-person homes. It is a busy, central part of town, with the shops and restaurants just around the corner.
Daily life around the corner
Groceries are never far away: the Dekamarkt is on your doorstep, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and the Jumbo is a couple of streets away. For secondary education, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is a couple of streets away, while the Openbare Basisschool De Peppelaer is a five-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartspraktijk Huisman is just around the corner, and the pharmacy Apotheek Centraal Haarlem is a five-minute walk. Bus stops at the Raaksbrug and at Centrum/Verwulft are on your doorstep, with lines 250, 255, 340, 346, 356 and 2, 3, 73, 300, 568, 569, N30, N80 respectively. Haarlem train station is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within the municipality of Haarlem.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €429,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 8% below that WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has developed in line with the local market. As for the address data, the noise levels from road, rail and air traffic are all below the applicable standards. The foundation risk indication for this area is low, with only 2% of properties in the neighbourhood showing an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. The indication for pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while the current flood risk is low and is expected to remain low by 2050. Heat stress is indicated as medium, both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Offered via two channels
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Zuiver Makelaars. The listing is available on Funda as well as through the agent's own website.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Doelenplein 14, Haarlem
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The WOZ value of this apartment is €429,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €395,000 is 8% below that WOZ value. This means the asking price is lower than the municipal valuation, which is a fact you can weigh for yourself. The WOZ value is set by the municipality and does not necessarily reflect the current market value.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is a two-room apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is listed as 56 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 51 m². There is a west-facing sun terrace and a balcony. The home is located on the first floor of a portiekwoning, or walk-up apartment building.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label of this home is C. A label C is a middle-of-the-road label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, according to the agent. The exact monthly costs will depend on your usage and the energy prices at the time.
What is the ground lease situation?
The apartment is on municipal ground lease, with an annual canon of €1,175.13. This is a recurring cost that you will need to factor into your monthly budget. The ground lease is a permanent arrangement, so it is not something that will expire. The homeowners' association fee is €135 per month.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The noise levels from road traffic are 46 dB Lden, from rail traffic 40 dB Lden, and from air traffic 40 dB Lden, all based on recent measurement years. None of these exceed the applicable noise standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not a measurement taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk in this area?
The foundation risk indication for this area is low. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 2% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. It gives a general sense of the risk, but it does not say anything definitive about this particular building.
What is the risk of flooding and heat stress here?
The indication for pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while the current flood risk is low and is expected to remain low by 2050. Heat stress is indicated as medium, both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. The Dekamarkt is about 109 metres away, the Albert Heijn is about 114 metres away, and the Jumbo is about 155 metres away. That means your daily groceries are literally on your doorstep. There are also more options within about 500 metres, including another Albert Heijn and a Dekamarkt.
What schools are in the area?
The Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem, a secondary school, is about 209 metres away. For primary education, the Openbare Basisschool De Peppelaer is about 448 metres away, and the Cruquiusschool is about 622 metres away. There are also several other primary schools within a short walk, including IKC De Argonauten at about 668 metres.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Haarlem, Raaksbrug, about 132 metres away, with lines 250, 255, 340, 346 and 356. The stop Haarlem, Centrum/Verwulft is about 178 metres away, with lines 2, 3, 73, 300, 568, 569, N30 and N80. Haarlem train station is about 969 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in the Vijfhoek?
Residents give the Vijfhoek an average score of 8.25 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "The Vijfhoek is a very pleasant neighbourhood to live in. Everyone knows each other and is kind to one another." Another mentions: "Everything is conveniently close by and I live right by the water, where I usually go paddleboarding in the summer." A third resident notes that pet waste is sometimes left on the doorstep.
How does the price per m² compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price per m² is €7,745, based on the agent's listed living area of 51 m². The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €6,924. So this apartment is priced above the neighbourhood average per square metre, partly because the home is smaller than the neighbourhood average of 110 m².
