Burgwal, Haarlem
NeighbourhoodThis 91 m² apartment on the Spaarne sits in a monumental building from 1890, right in the heart of the old city. The energy label is D, which in a neighbourhood where most homes have a better rating means heating costs are something to factor in. At €620,000, the price is in line with the market, the median in Burgwal is €549,000, and the average per m² is €7,260. For context, apartments in Haarlem vary widely, but this one is fairly priced for its size and location.
Burgwal is the oldest part of Haarlem, and residents love its beauty. One says: "Have lived here since 1992, 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 five reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.67. It's densely urban, over 5,600 addresses per km², and mostly pre-war buildings. Many households are singles (815 out of 1,200), and the area has a mix of ages, with a notable share of 25-45 year olds. The neighbourhood Burgwal is lively but not without its issues: residents note declining social connections and some litter.
For groceries, you have a Jumbo just around the corner and a Dekamarkt and Albert Heijn within a five-minute walk. The Veronica Jenaplanschool is on your doorstep, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is a couple of streets away. A park or public garden is a ten-minute walk, and the train station is 1.5 km away, a 15-20 minute walk. The municipality Haarlem offers all the amenities you'd expect from a city centre, with restaurants and a library nearby.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Bosch&Duyn Makelaars and appears on multiple channels.
Details of this home
Spaarne 29E, Haarlem
Good · 5 residents
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 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 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.
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Data from Burgwal
48 within 5 km
102 within 5 km
About Spaarne 29E, Haarlem
Yes, it's in line with the market. The median price in Burgwal is €549,000, but this apartment is 91 m², while the average sold property in the neighbourhood is 100 m². The average price per m² is €7,260, so at €6,813 per m² this home is slightly below that average. Given its location on the Spaarne and the historic building, the price is reasonable.
Energy label D is average for a pre-war building, it's not the most efficient, so you can expect higher heating bills compared to a modern home. In Burgwal, 22% of homes have label D or worse, while 51% are label C or better. It's worth budgeting for energy costs, but the exact amount depends on usage and the specific heating system.
Residents rate it highly for its beauty and historic character. One long-term resident says: 'I've lived here for 33 years and I still walk around proudly at how beautiful the neighbourhood is.' However, some note that social contacts have decreased and that cleaning and greenery could be better. It's a very urban area with a high density of addresses and a mix of ages.
The Veronica Jenaplanschool (primary) is just 176 m away, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem (secondary) is 488 m. Other primary schools within walking distance include Openbare Basisschool De Kring (685 m) and Franciscus Xaveriusschool (710 m). So for families with school-age children, options are close by.
Haarlem train station is 1.5 km away, which is about a 15-20 minute walk or a short bike ride. The station offers connections to Amsterdam, Leiden, and other cities.
You have a Jumbo at 466 m, a Dekamarkt at 495 m, and an Albert Heijn at 546 m, all within a five-minute walk. For a wider selection, there are many more supermarkets within 5 km. Daily shopping is very convenient.
At 91 m² with two bedrooms (typical for this size), it could work for a small family, but the neighbourhood has many singles and couples. The area is very urban with limited green space, the nearest park is 0.8 km away. Schools are close, but the home itself may feel compact for a larger family.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Burgwal
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