A classic Haarlem apartment with a story
This apartment on Lange Herenvest 20A sits in the Burgwal, one of Haarlem's oldest quarters, where the streets have a lived-in, historic feel. The building dates from 1900, so it carries the character of a bygone era. With an asking price of €550,000, the price is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €667,192. For context, apartments in Haarlem vary widely in price, but this one sits below the local average.
Inside the home
The agent lists this apartment as having four rooms, including three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area is given as 119 m² in the agent's listing, while the BAG registration records 73 m². The energy label is B, which is an efficient label, so heating costs should be manageable. The home was built in 1900, a fact that speaks to its age and character.
Life in the Burgwal
Residents who have lived here for decades speak warmly of the area. One resident, who has been there since 1992, says it is still a beautiful neighbourhood, though social contacts are decreasing. Another, with 33 years on the street, walks around proudly at how lovely it is, but notes that connections have deteriorated in recent years. Based on five reviews, the neighbourhood scores an average of 7.67 out of 10. The population is around 2,335 people, with a high share of single-person households. The Burgwal neighbourhood has a mix of old and new, with most homes built before 1945.
Amenities and getting around
The daily essentials are close by. Dekamarkt is on your doorstep for groceries, with Albert Heijn and Jumbo a ten-minute walk away. For schools, the Franciscus Xaveriusschool is just around the corner, and the Veronica Jenaplanschool is a couple of streets away. The GP, Huisartsenpraktijk te Slaa, is a five-minute walk, and the Teyler Apotheek is just around the corner. Bus stops on Papentorenvest and Gedempte Oostersingelgr. are a five-minute walk, with lines 15 and 244, and Haarlem train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Haarlem offers all this and more.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. As for the address, the area-level indications show road traffic noise at 69 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise stay below their norms. The foundation risk indication is elevated, as the building predates 1970 and the area is a KCAF attention zone. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk from rivers is low, both now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium, now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Hamer & Ran Garantiemakelaars and their listings on Pararius and.
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About Lange Herenvest 20A, Haarlem
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the Burgwal?
The asking price of €550,000 is 18% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €667,192. The average price per square metre in the area is €7,307, while this home is listed at €4,622 per m² based on the agent's floor area. The price verdict is described as keen, meaning it sits below the local average.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The living area is listed as 119 m² in the agent's description, though the BAG registration records 73 m². The home was built in 1900 and has an energy label B.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this property. As a result, no comparison with the asking price or information about its development over the past five years can be provided. The WOZ value is determined by the municipality and is not part of the listing information.
What are the noise levels around Lange Herenvest 20A?
Area-level data indicates that road traffic noise is 69 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail traffic noise is 44 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 41 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are indications for the area, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, and the area is a KCAF attention zone where 95% of properties in the postcode area were built before that year. In the neighbourhood, 6% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this home.
What supermarkets are near this apartment?
Dekamarkt is the nearest supermarket, just 129 metres away, so it is on your doorstep. Albert Heijn is 768 metres away, and Jumbo is 889 metres away, both within a ten-minute walk. There are also several other supermarkets within a short distance, giving plenty of choice for daily groceries.
Which schools are close to Lange Herenvest 20A?
The Franciscus Xaveriusschool is 339 metres away, and the Veronica Jenaplanschool is 406 metres away, both within a five-minute walk. Openbare Basisschool De Kring is 585 metres away. For secondary education, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is 854 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
How is the public transport from this address?
The nearest bus stops are Haarlem, Papentorenvest with line 15, and Haarlem, Gedempte Oostersingelgr. with line 244, both about 325 metres away. Haarlem, Nagtzaamplein with line 2 is 363 metres away. Haarlem train station is 1,002 metres away, roughly a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in the Burgwal?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.67 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident who has lived there since 1992 says it is still a beautiful neighbourhood, though social contacts are decreasing. Another, with 33 years of residence, mentions that connections have deteriorated in recent years, partly due to greater differences between rich and poor.
