Houtplein 20RD
Koninginnebuurt, Haarlem
AreaA grand apartment on the Houtplein
This spacious apartment sits on the Houtplein, right where the city centre meets a residential street. It is part of the Koninginnebuurt, a sought-after corner of Haarlem known for its stately architecture. The asking price of €995,000 is on the high side compared to the average for apartments in Haarlem, but the home's size and position help explain that.
Inside the home
Built in 1916, this apartment spans two floors and offers six rooms, including four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The agent lists the living area at 199 m², while the BAG registration records 127 m². According to the agent, the home has a sunny terrace with a southwest orientation, a roof terrace, and is located on the first living floor. It is freehold, with roof insulation, partial double glazing and secondary glazing, and a central heating boiler.
Life in the Koninginnebuurt
With around 2,900 residents, the Koninginnebuurt is a compact, established neighbourhood. Residents give it an average score of 7.19, based on three reviews. One resident praises the area, while another describes drug dealing, fireworks, noisy parties and parking on the pavement as everyday occurrences, adding that the municipality ignores its residents. The neighbourhood has 20 homes for sale, with an average asking price of €1,029,250. For more context, see the Koninginnebuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
The Ekoplaza is on your doorstep, with an Albert Heijn just around the corner and a Vomar a couple of streets away. The Dreefschool is a five-minute walk, and the nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Kraaij en Ensink, is a couple of streets away. The bus stop Haarlem, Centrum/Houtplein is on your doorstep, served by lines 3, 80, 250, 255, 340, 341, 346, 356, 568, 680 and N80. Haarlem train station is a ten-minute walk, and the Spaarne Gasthuis Zuid hospital is a short drive. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Haarlem.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the records. Area-level risk data indicates road traffic noise at 67 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise stay below it. The foundation risk indication is medium, with 86% of properties in this postcode area built before 1970 and 1% showing an elevated pile-rot risk. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, current flood risk is low, and heat stress is medium. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Van der Schaaf & Kooijmans NVM Makelaars.
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About Houtplein 20RD, Haarlem
How does the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price is €995,000. In the Koninginnebuurt, the average asking price for homes currently for sale is €1,029,250, with a median of €872,500. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €7,398, while this home is listed at €5,000 per m² based on the agent's stated living area of 199 m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment has six rooms, including four bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over two floors. It is located on the first living floor and includes a sunny terrace with a southwest orientation and a roof terrace. The agent lists the living area at 199 m², while the BAG registration records 127 m².
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has energy label C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The agent notes the home has roof insulation, partial double glazing and secondary glazing, which may help with keeping the home warm, though the label itself reflects the overall energy performance.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is not stated in the records for this home. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, set on a reference date, and it is not the same as the current market value. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Area-level data shows road traffic noise at 67 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 37 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are indications at the area level, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this area is medium. This is based on the home being built before 1970, with 86% of properties in this postcode area also built before that year. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 1% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated pile-rot risk. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Ekoplaza is just 23 metres away, essentially on your doorstep. An Albert Heijn is 131 metres away, and a Vomar is 564 metres away. A Jumbo and a Dekamarkt are also within a few hundred metres, so daily groceries are very convenient.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The Dreefschool is 212 metres away, a five-minute walk. Obs Bos en Vaart is 435 metres away, and the Cruquiusschool is 487 metres away. The International School Haarlem is 631 metres away, and Openbare Basisschool De Peppelaer is 710 metres away. All are primary schools.
How is the public transport connection?
The bus stop Haarlem, Centrum/Houtplein is 31 metres away, served by lines 3, 80, 250, 255, 340, 341, 346, 356, 568, 680 and N80. Haarlem train station is 1,571 metres away, about a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Kraaij en Ensink at 554 metres.
What do residents say about living in the Koninginnebuurt?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.19, based on three reviews. One resident gives a positive score of 8.75, while another describes drug dealing, fireworks, noisy parties, parking on the pavement and damp damage as everyday occurrences, with a score of 4.43. The reviews reflect mixed experiences.
How does the living area compare to the neighbourhood average?
The agent lists the living area at 199 m², which is 27% larger than the neighbourhood average of 157 m². The BAG registration records 127 m², which is smaller than the average. The price per m² of €5,000 is based on the agent's stated area.
What is the urbanity level of this area?
The neighbourhood has an urbanity level of 1, which means it is very strongly urban. The address density is 4,428 per km², reflecting a dense, city-centre environment. This is consistent with the home's setting, which the agent describes as being in the centre and in a residential area.
