Landenbuurt, Haarlem
NeighbourhoodThis 78 m² apartment on Engelandlaan sits in a neighbourhood that feels a bit rough around the edges, but has a strong sense of community. With an energy label D, heating costs are something to keep an eye on. At €335,000, the asking price is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €356,000, making it a keen option for a buyer looking for a solid home in a lively area. For more context, see apartments in Haarlem.
Landenbuurt is a densely populated area (over 3,600 addresses per km²) with a mix of families and singles. One resident describes it as "very dirty, rubbish is everywhere," but adds that "there are very nice people who really try their best." The neighbourhood has a high proportion of homes built between 1945 and 1970 (75%), and half of the housing stock is owner-occupied. For more on the area, check out neighbourhood Landenbuurt.
For your morning bread, Vomar is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a ten-minute walk away. Families have several schools nearby: the Rudolf Steinerschool (primary) is a couple of streets away, and the Rudolf Steiner College (secondary) is equally close. A GP is on your doorstep, and a park is just around the corner for a quick breather. For more on the wider area, see municipality Haarlem.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Esther Otten Makelaardij.
Details of this home
Engelandlaan 494, Haarlem
Satisfactory · 1 resident
The neighbourhood is dirty, rubbish is everywhere. Despite there being very nice people who really try their best. There is a majority who throw everything on the street. People need to be made more aware of this.
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About Engelandlaan 494, Haarlem
The asking price of €335,000 is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €356,000 and the median of €337,500. Given that homes in Landenbuurt sell in about 20 days on average, the market is fairly quick. The price per m² works out to about €4,295, which is lower than the neighbourhood average of €4,794 per m², so it appears priced.
The apartment has energy label D. This is a common rating for homes built in the 1960s. It means the property is not particularly energy-efficient, so you can expect higher heating costs compared to a home with a better label. In the neighbourhood, 50% of homes have label D or lower, so this is typical for the area.
Landenbuurt is a very urban area with a high density of addresses. Based on one resident review, the neighbourhood has issues with litter, but also has friendly residents who care. The area has a mix of families and singles, and about half the homes are owner-occupied. It's a lively, diverse neighbourhood with good access to shops and schools.
For groceries, Vomar is about 500 metres away, and Albert Heijn is roughly 900 metres. There are several schools within walking distance: the Rudolf Steinerschool (primary) is about 300 metres, and the Rudolf Steiner College (secondary) is about 300 metres as well. A GP is 400 metres away, and a park is 300 metres from the apartment.
The nearest train station is 4 kilometres away. This means you'll likely need a bike, bus or car to reach it. The area is well-served by other amenities, but the station distance is a consideration for daily commuting.
This is an apartment with a floor area of 78 m², built in 1966. It's a typical 1960s apartment in a block.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Landenbuurt