A historic apartment on the Grote Houtstraat
This apartment sits on one of Haarlem's oldest shopping streets, in the heart of the Vijfhoek. The building dates from 1750, so you are living with centuries of history right outside the door. With 75 m² of floor space and an energy label C, it is a practical size for a couple or a single person. The rent of €2,750 a month is on the high side compared with the average of €2,664 for rentals in the neighbourhood, but the location is hard to beat. For context, [apartments in Haarlem]( /huurwoningen/haarlem/appartementen/ ) generally command a premium in the city centre.
The Vijfhoek neighbourhood
[The Vijfhoek neighbourhood]( /buurt/vijfhoek-haarlem/ ) is a tight-knit community where people know each other by name. One resident says: "Everyone knows each other and is kind to one another." Another describes it as "busy but cosy", with everything conveniently close by. The reviews are based on three residents, with an average score of 8.25 out of 10. The area is lively, with shops and restaurants just around the corner, though one resident notes there is not much nature nearby. The population is mostly adults, with 57% of households being single-person and only 17% having children.
Life on the street
The Grote Houtstraat is a busy shopping street, so daily errands are a breeze. For groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Jumbo is a couple of streets away. Ekoplaza and Dekamarkt are both within a five-minute walk. For school runs, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is a five-minute walk away, and the Cruquiusschool is about the same distance. The train station is 1.6 km away, so a ten-minute walk gets you to the platform. [The municipality of Haarlem]( /gemeente/haarlem/ ) keeps the centre well maintained, and the mix of historic buildings and modern shops makes it a pleasant place to live.
Source
At the time of writing, this apartment is listed through several channels, including www.vva.amsterdam and Prinsen Residence International.
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About Grote Houtstraat 122C, Haarlem
Is €2,750 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €2,750 is above the average of €2,664 for rentals in the Vijfhoek, and also above the median of €2,583. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €31.52, which puts this apartment at €36.67 per m². Given the central location on a historic shopping street, the premium reflects the address rather than the size.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This is an official registration from EP-Online, and it indicates the energy performance of the home as registered. A label C is in the middle of the scale, so you can expect moderate energy costs compared with the most efficient homes, but it is not the least efficient label either.
How old is the building and what does that mean for maintenance?
The building dates from 1750, which makes it one of the older properties in Haarlem's centre. The listing does not state the condition of the building or its installations.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Residents describe the Vijfhoek as a pleasant, close-knit area. One says: "Everyone knows each other and is kind to one another." Another calls it "busy but cosy", with everything conveniently close by. The average review score is 8.25 out of 10, based on three reviews. It is a lively area with shops and restaurants nearby, though there is not much green space.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.6 km from the apartment. That is roughly a twenty-minute walk or a short cycle. The listing does not mention specific train lines or destinations, so you would need to check the station's timetable for connections.
Are there supermarkets and schools nearby?
Yes, Albert Heijn is 218 metres away and Jumbo is 234 metres, so daily groceries are within a few minutes' walk. Ekoplaza and Dekamarkt are also close. For schools, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is 463 metres away, and the Cruquiusschool is 539 metres. Both are within a ten-minute walk.
