Gierstraat 64
Vijfhoek, Haarlem
AreaA grand home in the heart of Haarlem
This is a home with real presence, a monumental apartment in the Vijfhoek, right in the middle of Haarlem's old centre. Built in 1750, it carries centuries of history in its walls, yet it has been brought firmly up to date with an A+ energy label. The asking price of €2,150,000 sits well above the average for apartments in Haarlem, reflecting the exceptional size and character of this property. Compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €788,663, this home is priced 173% higher, which puts it firmly on the high side of the local market.
Inside this monumental apartment
The agent describes this as a spacious apartment spread over three floors, with eight rooms in total, including five bedrooms. The living area is listed at 402 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 204 m². The home has a volume of 1,115 m³ and is offered in full ownership. Heating is provided by a combination of a central heating boiler and warm-air heating, a practical setup for a home of this size.
Life in the Vijfhoek
Residents here give their neighbourhood a solid 8.25 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "De vijfhoek is a very pleasant neighbourhood to live in. Everyone knows each other and is kind to one another. Very occasionally some youngsters come down the street, but that's part of it. All the shops and restaurants are just around the corner, so you're there in no time." Another adds: "Everything is conveniently close by and I live right by the water, where I usually go paddleboarding in the summer." The neighbourhood is home to around 3,500 people, and it is a very urban area with a high address density. For a closer look at what makes this area tick, the Vijfhoek neighbourhood page has more detail.
Daily life and getting around
Everyday errands are wonderfully simple here. The Albert Heijn and Jumbo are both just around the corner, with a Dekamarkt a couple of streets away. For schools, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is a five-minute walk, and the Cruquiusschool is just beyond that. The GP practice Kraaij en Ensink and the Apotheek Centraal Haarlem pharmacy are both a couple of streets away. Bus stops are close by, with lines 2, 3, 73, 300, 568, 569, N30 and N80 at Centrum/Verwulft, and Haarlem train station is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within the municipality of Haarlem, a city with everything you could need.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. Looking at the address-level risk indications, the noise from road traffic, rail and aircraft all stay below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, which is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970. For pluvial flooding, the indication is elevated, while the current flood risk is low and the heat stress indication is medium. These are all area-level indications from public data sources, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Heule Makelaardij and Heule Makelaardij on Funda.
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About Gierstraat 64, Haarlem
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the Vijfhoek?
The asking price of €2,150,000 is 173% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €788,663. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €6,909, while this home is listed at €5,348 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. The neighbourhood has 40 homes currently for sale, with prices ranging from €345,000 to €2,750,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is a spacious apartment spread over three floors with eight rooms, including five bedrooms. The total volume is 1,115 m³. The agent lists the living area at 402 m², while the BAG registration records 204 m². The home is offered in full ownership, and heating is provided by a central heating boiler combined with warm-air heating.
What is the energy label of this home?
The home has an energy label A+, which is an efficient label. This is notable because only about 8% of the homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood have an A+ label. The home was built in 1750, so the combination of a monumental building with a modern energy label is quite distinctive.
What do residents say about living in the Vijfhoek?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 8.25 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident mentions that everyone knows each other and that shops and restaurants are just around the corner. Another resident appreciates living by the water and the nearby parks. A third resident notes that pet waste is sometimes left at their doorstep, which they cannot do anything about.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The address-level risk data shows that noise from road traffic is 43 dB Lden, which is not above the noise standard. Rail noise is 39 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both also below the relevant standards. These figures come from public data sources and are indications at area level, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, specifically in 1750. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 2% of the buildings in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is public risk data, not an inspection of this particular home.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
The Albert Heijn is just around the corner at about 223 metres, and the Jumbo is similarly close at 229 metres. A Dekamarkt is a couple of streets away at 338 metres, and an Ekoplaza is at 343 metres. There are 47 supermarkets within a 5-kilometre radius, so you will never be short of options for your daily groceries.
Which schools are near this home?
The Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem, a secondary school, is a five-minute walk away at 461 metres. For primary education, the Cruquiusschool is at 501 metres and the Openbare Basisschool De Peppelaer at 537 metres. There are 102 schools within a 5-kilometre radius, covering both primary and secondary education.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The bus stop Haarlem, Centrum/Verwulft is just around the corner at 259 metres, served by lines 2, 3, 73, 300, 568, 569, N30 and N80. Haarlem train station is a ten-minute walk away at 1,230 metres. Several other bus stops are also within a couple of streets, including Haarlem, Frans Hals Museum and Haarlem, Stadsschouwburg.
How does the floor area compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The agent lists the living area at 402 m², which is 227% larger than the neighbourhood average of 123 m². The BAG registration records a smaller figure of 204 m². The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €6,909, while this home is listed at €5,348 per square metre based on the agent's floor area.
