Korte Dijk 5RD
Burgwal, Haarlem
AreaA classic upper apartment on the water
This upper apartment sits on the Korte Dijk, a quiet road along the water in Haarlem's old town. Built in 1890, it is part of the historic Burgwal area, where the streets have a distinctly traditional character. The asking price of €595,000 is in line with the market, according to the comparison with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Haarlem is €696,550, while this home is listed at €7,727 per square metre based on the agent's floor area.
The home itself
The apartment spans two floors and includes three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent describes it as an upper apartment (bovenwoning) on the first living floor, with a balcony and free views over the water. It has roof insulation, double glazing and wall insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. The property is freehold, so you own the full title. According to the BAG registration the living area is 87 m², while the agent lists 77 m².
Living in Burgwal
Residents give the Burgwal neighbourhood an average score of 7.67, based on five reviews. One resident, who has lived here since 1992, says: "Beautiful neighbourhood, but social contacts are decreasing." Another, a 33-year resident, adds: "I still walk around proudly at how beautiful the neighbourhood is, but connections and social contacts have deteriorated in the last few years." The neighbourhood is home to about 2,335 people, and most households consist of a single person. The Burgwal neighbourhood is part of the old city, where the vast majority of homes were built before 1945.
Amenities and daily life
The nearest supermarket, Dekamarkt, is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk away. For primary education, Openbare Basisschool De Kring is a couple of streets away, and Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is within walking distance for secondary school. The GP practice te Slaa is a five-minute walk, and Teyler Apotheek is nearby. Bus line 15 stops on your doorstep at Papentorenvest, and Haarlem train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Haarlem offers all the amenities of a city centre within easy reach.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €538,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 11% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 45%, from €372,000 to €538,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 53 dB, above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise remain below it. The foundation risk indication is elevated, partly because the building dates from before 1970. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, and the current flood risk is medium.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Overspaern Makelaardij on Funda and Pararius.
This summary was generated with AI and may contain errors. Always verify the details with the provider.
Features
Details of this home
Transfer
Price
Energy
Save up to € 400 on your energy billCompare nowAreas and volume
Insure your home and belongingsGet insuredLayout
Construction
Outdoor space
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 Korte Dijk 5RD, Haarlem
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €595,000 is 11% above the WOZ value of €538,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 45%, from €372,000 in 2020 to €538,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is an upper apartment on the first living floor with three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. It has a balcony and free views over the water. The living area is listed as 77 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 87 m². The property is freehold.
What energy label does the home have and what does that mean for costs?
The home has energy label C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs compared to the least efficient homes. The agent notes that the property has roof insulation, double glazing and wall insulation, which are separate facts from the label itself.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
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 1890, and in this postcode area 80% of properties were built before 1970. In the neighbourhood, 6% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot.
How noisy is it at this location?
The noise level from road traffic is 53 dB, which is above the standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 50 dB and aircraft noise is 41 dB, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
Dekamarkt is just around the corner at 281 metres, and Albert Heijn is 659 metres away. For primary education, Openbare Basisschool De Kring is 338 metres away, and the Franciscus Xaveriusschool is 540 metres. Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem, a secondary school, is 835 metres from the home.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus line 15 stops at Haarlem, Papentorenvest, just 87 metres away, and bus line 244 stops at Gedempte Oostersingelgracht at 143 metres. Haarlem train station is 777 metres away, which is about a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk te Slaa at 371 metres.
What do residents say about living in Burgwal?
Residents give the Burgwal neighbourhood an average score of 7.67 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Beautiful neighbourhood, but social contacts are decreasing." Another, who has lived there for 33 years, mentions that the neighbourhood is beautiful but that connections have deteriorated in recent years. The reviews reflect the neighbourhood as a whole, not this specific home.
How does the price per square metre compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price is €7,727 per square metre, based on the agent's floor area of 77 m². This is 7% above the neighbourhood average asking price per square metre of €7,223. The total asking price of €595,000 is 15% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €696,550.
