Van Zeggelenbuurt, Haarlem
NeighbourhoodThis 1935 apartment on Jac. van Looystraat is a compact home in a lively part of Haarlem. At 49 m², it's half the size of the average home in the neighbourhood, which is reflected in the asking price of €450,000, that's on the high side compared to the local average of €5,454 per m². For context, the median price in the area is €505,000, so this is a more affordable entry point into the market. You can see how it compares to other apartments in Haarlem.
The Van Zeggelenbuurt is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a mix of pre-war and newer homes. It's a very busy area, with over 3,700 addresses per km². The one resident review on Buurtje gives it a low score of 1.75, saying: "Not good" and "Bad". That's just one opinion, though. The neighbourhood has a young population, many people in their 20s to 40s, and a high proportion of single-person households. It's a place where you'll find plenty of cafes and restaurants just around the corner. Learn more about the neighbourhood Van Zeggelenbuurt.
For daily shopping, the Dekamarkt is just around the corner, and there's another Dekamarkt a couple of streets away. For bread or a quick bite, the SPAR express is a ten-minute walk. Families have several primary schools nearby: the Martin Luther Kingschool is on your doorstep, and the Sint Bernardusschool is a couple of streets away. Secondary schools are a ten-minute walk or so. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality Haarlem, which offers all the amenities of a city centre.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including BDK Makelaars. The listing is available on Funda and Huispedia.
Details of this home
Jac. van Looystraat 21, Haarlem
Mediocre · 1 resident
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About Jac. van Looystraat 21, Haarlem
The asking price of €450,000 works out at about €9,184 per m², which is higher than the neighbourhood average of €5,454 per m². However, the flat is smaller than most homes in the area (49 m² vs an average of 98 m²). The median price in Van Zeggelenbuurt is €505,000, so this is below that. Given the compact size, the price is on the high side per square metre, but it's a relatively affordable option in a sought-after part of Haarlem.
The energy label is D. That's a fairly average rating for a pre-war home, it means the property is not particularly energy-efficient, so you can expect higher heating costs compared to a modern home. In the neighbourhood, nearly 59% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is typical for the area.
The nearest train station is 2.3 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride. That's a reasonable distance for commuting to Amsterdam or other cities.
The Van Zeggelenbuurt has a young, urban population, many residents are between 25 and 45, and there are plenty of single-person households. The one review on Buurtje is negative, but it's just one opinion. The area is lively and diverse, with a mix of families and young professionals.
Yes, there are several primary schools within walking distance. The Martin Luther Kingschool is just 207 m away, and the Sint Bernardusschool is 323 m. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1.2 km away, a 15-minute walk.
The nearest supermarket is a Dekamarkt at 289 m, just a few minutes' walk. There's another Dekamarkt at 736 m, and a SPAR express about 1 km away. For daily groceries, you're well covered.
The neighbourhood recorded 98 total crimes in the latest data. That's a moderate number for a dense urban area. It's always a good idea to check local crime maps for the most recent figures.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Van Zeggelenbuurt

