A classic apartment on the Spaarne
This apartment sits on the Spaarne, one of Haarlem's most picturesque canals. The home was compact at 65 m², with an energy label B, so heating costs should be manageable. At €425,000, the asking price was 38% below the neighbourhood average of €684,332, which was keen given the smaller floor area. For context, apartments in Haarlem vary widely in price and size. This home has not been online since 17 July 2026.
The Burgwal neighbourhood
Burgwal is the historic heart of Haarlem, with narrow streets and old buildings. One resident who has lived here since 1992 says: "I still think it's a beautiful neighbourhood, but social contacts are decreasing." Another adds: "Lovely neighbourhood to live in, old part of the city. Cleaning and greenery leave something to be desired." Based on three reviews, the area scores a 7.67 out of 10. The neighbourhood has a high proportion of single-person households and a young adult population. For more on the area, see the Burgwal neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily shopping is easy: Vomar is just around the corner, and Dekamarkt, Jumbo and Albert Heijn are all within a five-minute walk. For families, the Veronica Jenaplanschool is on your doorstep, and the Franciscus Xaveriusschool is a couple of streets away. Secondary school pupils can reach the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem in about a ten-minute walk. The train station is a fifteen-minute walk, and the city centre with its restaurants and cafés is just around the corner. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Haarlem.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was listed through several channels, including Centraal Makelaardij, Pararius, Funda and Vastgoed Nederland.
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About Spaarne 151, Haarlem
Was €425,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €425,000 was 38% below the Burgwal neighbourhood average of €684,332. However, this apartment is also 35% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 100 m².
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which means the home is reasonably energy-efficient. The neighbourhood has a mix of labels, with 22% of homes at B and 14.6% at A or A+.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.5 km away, about a fifteen-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to Amsterdam or other cities.
What are the nearest supermarkets?
Vomar is 504 m away, just around the corner. Dekamarkt (568 m), Jumbo (603 m) and Albert Heijn (617 m) are all within a five-minute walk, so daily groceries are very convenient.
What schools are nearby?
The Veronica Jenaplanschool is just 68 m away, on your doorstep. The Franciscus Xaveriusschool is 628 m away, a couple of streets. For secondary education, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is 689 m away, about a ten-minute walk.
How many homes were for sale in Burgwal?
There were at the time 44 apartments for sale in Burgwal, with prices ranging from €300,000 to €3,500,000. The average price per m² was €7,260, so this apartment at €6,538 per m² was slightly below average.
What is the neighbourhood like for residents?
Residents appreciate the beauty of the historic area but note that social contacts have decreased over the years. One long-term resident says: 'I still walk around proudly at how beautiful the neighbourhood is, but connections and social contacts have deteriorated.' The area scores 7.67 out of 10 from five reviews.
