A modern apartment on Schipholweg
This apartment on Schipholweg in Haarlem is part of a 2019 development, so the build is recent and the energy label is A, which means very efficient energy costs. With 86 m² of living space, it is 30% larger than the average rental in the neighbourhood, which typically comes in at 66 m². The rent of €1,600 is above the neighbourhood average of €1,493, so it sits on the high side for the area. For context, apartments in Haarlem show a range of prices, and this one reflects its newer build and extra space.
Romolenpolder-oost
Romolenpolder-oost is a neighbourhood with a mix of households, where 41% are single-person homes and 26% have children, so you will find both young professionals and families. The average household size is 2.0, and the age profile skews young, with 57% of residents between 25 and 45. One resident describes it as "a nice neighbourhood," noting the greenery is well maintained, though they mention occasional litter and a few burglaries in the past. Accessibility is fine, they add, although a road was recently closed for a year. Based on one review, the overall score is 7.75 out of 10. This is the Romolenpolder-oost neighbourhood as it stands today.
Life on the street
For daily errands, the SPAR express is just around the corner, and a Vomar is a five-minute walk away, with a Dekamarkt and Lidl also within a ten-minute walk. Schools are close too: Haarlem College is a couple of streets away, and the Eerste Christelijk Lyceum is nearby, while primary options like De Talenten are about a five-minute walk. The train station is 3.8 km away, so commuting by rail means a short cycle or bus ride. This part of Haarlem is well served for everyday needs, and the municipality of Haarlem offers a broader range of amenities within easy reach.
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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.
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About Schipholweg 102, Haarlem
Is €1,600 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,600 is above the neighbourhood average of €1,493 and the median of €1,228 for rentals in Romolenpolder-oost. However, this apartment is larger than most, at 86 m² compared to the average of 66 m², and it has a recent build year of 2019 with an A energy label. The price per square metre works out to about €18.60, which is below the neighbourhood average of €22.72 per m².
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient category. This means the home is designed to keep energy costs low, as label A homes typically require less energy for heating and hot water. The label is an official registration, so it reflects the property's energy performance as assessed at the time of registration.
How does the size of this apartment compare to others in the area?
At 86 m², this apartment is 30% larger than the average rental in Romolenpolder-oost, which is 66 m². That extra space is noticeable, especially if you are used to typical city-centre flats. The larger floor area also means the price per square metre is relatively lower than the neighbourhood average, even though the total rent is higher.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Romolenpolder-oost has a young population, with 57% of residents aged 25 to 45, and a mix of single-person households and families. One resident review gives it 7.75 out of 10, praising the greenery and maintenance, while noting some litter and a few past burglaries. Accessibility is described as fine, though a road closure lasted a year recently.
How close are the nearest supermarkets and schools?
The SPAR express is 340 metres away, a Vomar is 599 metres, and a Dekamarkt and Lidl are within 906 metres, so daily shopping is easy on foot. For schools, Haarlem College is 222 metres away, the Eerste Christelijk Lyceum is 254 metres, and primary schools like De Talenten are 475 metres. Everything is within a short walk.
How far is the train station from this apartment?
The train station is 3.8 km from the apartment. That is a manageable distance by bicycle, taking roughly 15 minutes, or a short bus ride. If you commute regularly, you would likely factor in that travel time, but it is not a station on your doorstep.
