Frans Halsbuurt, Haarlem
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Frans Halsstraat sits in the lively Frans Halsbuurt, a stone's throw from Haarlem's centre. At 57 m² it's compact, but the high ceilings and classic proportions give it a spacious feel. The asking price of €395,000 is 48% below the neighbourhood average of €756,200, making it a keen entry into the market for apartments in Haarlem.
The neighbourhood Frans Halsbuurt is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a mix of young professionals and families. Over half the homes are owner-occupied, and the area is known for its pre-war architecture. With an address density of 4,334 per km², it's very much city living. There are no resident reviews available for this street, but the neighbourhood scores well for its central location and lively atmosphere.
Daily errands are easy: Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Aldi and Dekamarkt are a couple of streets away. For school runs, Basisschool De Ark is a five-minute walk, and the Willem van Oranjeschool is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Haarlem offers excellent amenities, with a park or public garden just a couple of streets away for a quick escape from the city buzz.
At the time of writing the home is listed via Cirkel Makelaars and appears on several channels including Funda and Pararius.
Details of this home
Frans Halsstraat 37, Haarlem
Data from Frans Halsbuurt
Data from Frans Halsbuurt
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About Frans Halsstraat 37, Haarlem
The asking price is 48% below the neighbourhood average of €756,200, but the apartment is also 55% smaller than the average home in Frans Halsbuurt. At €6,930 per m², it's slightly above the neighbourhood average of €6,442 per m². Given the compact size and central location, the price is in line with the market.
The energy label is D. In Frans Halsbuurt, 27.3% of homes have label D or lower, so this is not unusual for a pre-war apartment. Label D means moderate energy efficiency; heating costs will be higher than in a modern home, but the classic features often compensate.
Haarlem train station is about a ten-minute walk from the apartment, at 1.0 km. That makes commuting to Amsterdam or other cities straightforward.
There are several schools within walking distance. Basisschool De Ark is 437 m away, and the Willem van Oranjeschool is 591 m. For secondary education, ISK Haarlem is just 127 m from the front door.
The neighbourhood recorded 69 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for a dense urban area. The mix of residents and active street life contributes to a generally safe feel.
The neighbourhood has a young population: 41% are aged 25-45. Many households are singles (575 out of 1,065), and 53% of homes are owner-occupied. It's popular with professionals who want to be close to the centre.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Frans Halsbuurt