A ground-floor apartment in the old heart of Haarlem
This ground-floor apartment sits on the Kleine Houtstraat, in the middle of Haarlem's historic centre, where the streets are lined with centuries-old buildings and the atmosphere is unmistakably urban. The home dates from 1750, so it carries the character of a building that has seen the city change around it for nearly three centuries. The asking price is €385,000. For a sense of what else is on the market, you can compare with other apartments in Haarlem.
What the home offers
The agent describes this as a benedenwoning, a ground-floor apartment, with three rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is listed as 57 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent's listing states 51 m². The home has a volume of 207 m³ and comes with a west-facing back garden. It is heated by a central heating boiler, and the energy label is C. The property is located on the ground floor, in the centre and in a residential area, and it has been listed since 20 October 2026.
Life in Heiliglanden
Heiliglanden is a small, old neighbourhood within the Oude Stad district, home to around 1,400 people. Residents of the wider district give their living environment an average score of 8.1, based on eleven reviews. One resident, who has lived there since 1992, says: "Beautiful neighbourhood", though they note that social contacts are decreasing. Another resident describes it as a "Lovely neighbourhood to live in, old part of the city", adding that cleaning and greenery leave something to be desired. A third resident is more enthusiastic, mentioning the cosy atmosphere, the greenery, the beautiful street lighting and the nearby shops and bus connections. The reviews reflect a mix of affection for the historic setting and a wish for better upkeep. For more context, you can read about the Heiliglanden neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Ekoplaza a couple of streets away and Vomar. The nearest primary school, Veronica Jenaplanschool, is a five-minute walk, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem for secondary education is. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Kraaij en Ensink is just around the corner, and the pharmacy Apotheek Centraal Haarlem is even closer. For public transport, the bus stop Haarlem, Kampersingel is on your doorstep, served by lines 3, 80 and N80, and Haarlem train station is a ten-minute walk away at 1.3 kilometres. The municipality of Haarlem is a compact city where most daily needs are within easy reach, as you can see from the municipality of Haarlem.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home, as determined by the municipality on 1 January 2025, is €411,000. The asking price of €385,000 is 6% below this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 35%, from €304,000 to €411,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication for this area is elevated, which is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970 and that 88% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. The pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is medium, and the current flood risk is low, as is the risk in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to remain medium in 2050. These are all area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Van der Schaaf & Kooijmans Makelaars & Taxateurs and their listing on Funda.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Kleine Houtstraat 124, Haarlem
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €385,000 is 6% below the WOZ value of €411,000, which was set by the municipality on 1 January 2025. This means the asking price is lower than the official valuation, but the WOZ value is not the same as the market value. The asking price is also 20% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €481,932, according to the agent's data.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is a ground-floor apartment with three rooms: one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 57 m² in the BAG registration, while the agent's listing states 51 m². The home has a volume of 207 m³ and includes a west-facing back garden. It is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This label indicates the energy efficiency of the home, and a label C is neither the most efficient nor the least efficient. The actual energy costs will depend on your usage and the current energy prices. The home is heated by a central heating boiler, which is a common installation in older properties.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, according to public data from the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The building dates from 1750, and 88% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. In this neighbourhood, 12% of properties have an elevated risk of paalrot, which is a form of foundation decay.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic at this address is 53 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 38 dB Lden, which is below the standard, and aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, also below the standard. These figures come from public data for the year 2022 and 2023, and they are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the flood risk for this area?
The current flood risk for this address is low, and it is expected to remain low in 2050. The pluvial flooding risk, which is flooding from heavy rain, is medium. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to remain medium in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a detailed assessment of this specific property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, at 290 metres, which is just around the corner. Ekoplaza is at 390 metres, Vomar at 433 metres, Jumbo at 446 metres, and Dekamarkt at 545 metres. All of these are within a five to ten minute walk, making daily grocery shopping easy without needing a car.
What schools are close to this home?
The nearest primary school is Veronica Jenaplanschool, at 366 metres, which is a five-minute walk. Dreefschool is at 525 metres, and Cruquiusschool at 762 metres. For secondary education, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is at 630 metres. All of these are within a ten-minute walk, which is convenient for families with school-age children.
How far is the nearest bus stop and train station?
The nearest bus stop is Haarlem, Kampersingel, at 99 metres, which is on your doorstep. It is served by bus lines 3, 80 and N80. Haarlem train station is at 1.3 kilometres, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it easy to get around the city and to travel further afield by train.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give their living environment an average score of 8.1, based on eleven reviews. One resident says it is a "Beautiful neighbourhood", while another describes it as a "Lovely neighbourhood to live in, old part of the city". A third resident mentions the cosy atmosphere, the greenery and the beautiful street lighting. Some residents note that social contacts are decreasing and that cleaning and greenery could be better.
