Binnenstad, Haarlem
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Nobelstraat sits right in the heart of Haarlem's Binnenstad, where the streets hum with life and the architecture tells stories from centuries past. At 127 m², it's a generous home in a city-centre setting, and with an energy label B it's reasonably efficient for a building from 1880. The asking price of €1,075,000 is 49% above the neighbourhood average of €721,838, so it's on the high side, but then, this is a large apartment in one of Haarlem's most sought-after streets. For context, apartments in Haarlem vary widely in price and size.
The Binnenstad is the historic core of Haarlem, with around 3,285 residents living in a dense, urban setting. It's a place of narrow streets, canals, and a lively mix of shops, cafés and cultural spots. One resident describes it as 'Cosy....lots of greenery, beautiful street lighting and great to be able to live here', adding that it's a 'Beautiful neighbourhood...shops nearby, bus connections nearby'. The area is popular with singles and couples, average household size is just 1.6, and many homes are older, with 86% built before 1945. For more on the area, see the Binnenstad neighbourhood.
Daily life here is wonderfully convenient. For groceries, you have a Dekamarkt just around the corner, an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away, and a Jumbo within a five-minute walk. For school runs, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is on your doorstep, and several primary schools are a ten-minute walk or less. The train station is a ten-minute walk away, and there are plenty of restaurants and cafés within a couple of streets. All of this sits within the municipality of Haarlem, a city known for its vibrant centre and easy access to Amsterdam and the coast.
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The asking price is 49% above the neighbourhood average of €721,838, which makes it one of the more expensive homes currently for sale in the Binnenstad. However, this is a large apartment of 127 m² in a prime historic street, and the average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €7,953. Given the size and location, the price is on the high side but reflects the premium for a spacious city-centre home.
The home has energy label B, which is good for a building from 1880. It means the property is reasonably energy-efficient, with lower heating costs compared to older homes with labels D or lower. In the Binnenstad, only about 8% of homes have label B, so this is a relatively efficient option for a historic apartment.
Haarlem train station is 1.1 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. From there, trains run frequently to Amsterdam, Leiden, and other major cities. The neighbourhood also has bus connections nearby, as noted by residents.
The Binnenstad has a mix of residents, with many singles and couples, 56% of households are single-person, and only 12% are families with children. The average household size is 1.6. One resident describes the area as 'cosy' and 'beautiful', with lots of greenery and a great place to live. It's a lively, urban neighbourhood with a strong sense of community.
Yes, several schools are within walking distance. The Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem (secondary school) is just 30 metres away, literally on your doorstep. For primary education, IKC De Argonauten is about 600 metres away, and Openbare Basisschool De Peppelaer is 624 metres away. There are also several other primary schools within a ten-minute walk.
You have a Dekamarkt supermarket just 101 metres away, an Albert Heijn at 185 metres, and a Jumbo at 206 metres, all within a couple of streets. Restaurants are abundant, with the nearest just 0.1 km away. A library and a park are both about 500 metres away. The city centre offers a wide range of boutiques, cafés, and cultural venues.
The neighbourhood recorded 398 total crimes in the latest data, which is relatively high for a city centre. However, this is typical for a dense urban area with many shops and nightlife. Residents in reviews mention the area as 'beautiful' and 'cosy', suggesting it feels safe and welcoming day-to-day.
The apartment was built in 1880, so it's part of Haarlem's historic housing stock. Many homes in the Binnenstad date from before 1945 (86%). The property likely features high ceilings, large windows, and period details typical of 19th-century architecture, though the exact layout and finishes are best confirmed with the agent.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Cosy....lots of greenery, beautiful street lighting and great to be able to live here
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €753,455 | €625,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,932 | – |
| Rent price | €2,369 p/m | €2,425 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €26 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
Have lived here since 1992, still think it's a beautiful neighbourhood, but social contacts are decreasing.
Auto-translated to English by AILovely neighbourhood to live in, old part of the city. Cleaning and greenery leave something to be desired.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy....lots of greenery, beautiful street lighting and great to be able to live here
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here for 33 years and I still walk around proudly at how beautiful the neighbourhood is, but connections and social contacts have deteriorated in the last few years, partly due to the "inbreeding" and greater differences between rich and poor.
Auto-translated to English by AII've been living here for a short while due to homelessness, but it's a nice and busy neighbourhood to live in, always something going on and always something to do. It's still a city so greenery and housing always remain a bit rubbish, but well, where in the Netherlands don't you have that?
Auto-translated to English by AIDe vijfhoek is a very pleasant neighbourhood to live in. Everyone knows each other and is kind to one another. Very occasionally some youngsters come down the street, but that's part of it. All the shops and restaurants are just around the corner, so you're there in no time. There isn't much nature unfortunately, but if you hop on your bike you'll soon reach a forest.
Auto-translated to English by AIHave lived here for 32 years, nice neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIHave lived here for 32 years. Pleasant neighbourhood in itself. Could do with a bit more attention now and then, e.g. emptying containers.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €709,865 | €525,178 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,491 | – |
| Rent price | €2,536 p/m | €2,413 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €29 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
very nice and beautiful neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived here for almost 30 years. It used to be pleasant: clean, good contact with neighbours, etc. But due to the steady influx of Muslims, the neighbourhood is going downhill. Lots of litter lying around, misuse of rubbish bins (throwing all sorts next to them), not being open to contact, their children breaking things... in short: they have no connection with the neighbourhood and its residents. It creates an unpleasant atmosphere..
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Auto-translated to English by AISad people have no life, they ruin others' lives
Auto-translated to English by AIBy lively I mean that there are many hip young people living here and there are many amenities and infrastructure in the neighbourhood, but it is anonymous because people don't really know each other. You live there and know your neighbours, but you don't really know your neighbours' neighbours. Many people move often.
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Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a shame that you see more and more rubbish lying around everywhere and more and more things are being demolished.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is outdated, rubbish on the streets, flats don't look very nice
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €638,515 | €552,573 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,335 | – |
| Rent price | €2,203 p/m | €2,164 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €26 p/m | – |
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