A classic Haarlem apartment with a keen price
This apartment on Oranjestraat sits in the Leidsebuurt-oost neighbourhood, a quiet residential street in Haarlem. Built in 1890, it has a classic character that fits the area's pre-war housing stock. The asking price of €500,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €566,907, according to the precomputed comparison. For context, apartments in Haarlem currently average €6,222 per m², while this home is listed at €5,319 per m² based on the agent's floor area.
The home itself
The apartment spans two floors and includes five rooms, two bedrooms, and one bathroom. It is located on the first living floor and has a balcony. The agent notes roof insulation and double glazing, and heating is provided by gas heaters. The home is offered in full ownership, with a monthly homeowners' association fee of €146. The living area is listed as 119 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 94 m². There is no garage, but the agent notes that one could be possible.
Life in Leidsebuurt-oost
Residents across the municipality of Haarlem give their area an average score of 7.27, based on 75 reviews. One resident describes the neighbourhood as having "much potential, but very much social housing" and notes "too much litter on the street, little green," while also calling it "a fine neighbourhood for children and quietly located in Haarlem." Another resident simply says it is a "very nice and beautiful neighbourhood." The neighbourhood itself has about 2,140 residents, and 69% of the homes are owner-occupied. For more on the area, see the Leidsebuurt-oost neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Dekamarkt supermarket is on your doorstep, with an Aldi and an Albert Heijn just around the corner. Openbare Basisschool De Peppelaer is also on your doorstep, and the Koorschool van het Muziekinstituut van de Kathedraal is a couple of streets away. Huisartsenpraktijk Naarden is a five-minute walk, and Apotheek Loomeyer is a ten-minute walk. Bus line 14 stops at Haarlem, Boterplein, just around the corner, and Haarlem train station is a ten-minute walk. The wider surroundings are covered by the municipality of Haarlem.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price or historical development can be made. According to public address-level risk data, the road traffic noise level is 50 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, as the building dates from before 1970 and 18% of properties in this postcode area have an elevated pile-rot risk. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050; heat stress is medium. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Esther Otten Makelaardij.
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About Oranjestraat 87RD, Haarlem
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €500,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €566,907, a difference of 12% below that average. On a per-m² basis, the price is €5,319, which is 15% below the neighbourhood average of €6,222 per m². These figures are based on the agent's listed floor area of 94 m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has five rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. It is located on the first living floor and includes a balcony. The agent lists the living area as 94 m², while the BAG registration states 119 m². The home is in full ownership, with a monthly homeowners' association fee of €146.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this listing. As a result, no comparison with the asking price or information about the value's 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 this address?
According to public address-level data, road traffic noise is 50 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 42 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on 2022 and 2023 data, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication is elevated, according to public data. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, specifically in 1890, and 18% of properties in this postcode area have an elevated pile-rot risk. The soil type is sand. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an inspection of this home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Dekamarkt is just 90 metres away, making it the closest supermarket. An Aldi is 471 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is 480 metres away. There are also two more supermarkets within 600 metres, so daily groceries are within easy walking distance.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
Openbare Basisschool De Peppelaer is 104 metres away, and the Koorschool van het Muziekinstituut van de Kathedraal is 345 metres away. The Cruquiusschool is 426 metres away. These are all primary schools, and there are many more schools within a 5 km radius.
How is the public transport connection from here?
Bus line 14 stops at Haarlem, Boterplein, 260 metres away, and also at Haarlem, Westergracht, 355 metres away. Bus line 250 stops at Haarlem, Stadsschouwburg, 372 metres away. Haarlem train station is 1.3 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Haarlem give their area an average score of 7.27, based on 75 reviews. One resident mentions "much potential, but very much social housing" and notes litter and little green, while another calls it a "very nice and beautiful neighbourhood." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not specifically Leidsebuurt-oost.
