Under offer
Burgwal, Haarlem
NeighbourhoodThis 2023-built apartment on Spiegelstraat sits right in the historic centre, where the streets buzz with cafés and boutiques. At 50 m² it's compact but cleverly laid out, with an A++ energy label that keeps running costs low. The asking price of €349,000 is well below the neighbourhood average of €684,332, partly because of the smaller size, but it's still a keen entry point into this sought-after area. For context, apartments in Haarlem vary widely, but this one stands out for its modern efficiency.
Burgwal is the historic heart of Haarlem, packed with narrow streets, monumental buildings and a lively mix of residents. One resident 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, a solid rating that reflects its beauty and convenience, even if upkeep isn't always perfect. The neighbourhood Burgwal is densely urban, with mostly smaller households and a young-to-middle-aged population.
For your morning bread, Dekamarkt is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. Two primary schools, Veronica Jenaplanschool and Franciscus Xaveriusschool, are both a couple of streets away, making the school run a short stroll. The municipality Haarlem keeps the centre well-served, with restaurants and cafés on your doorstep and the train station a ten-minute walk away.
At the time of writing the home is listed via hausing and also appears on Funda and Pararius, so you have several channels to view it.
Details of this home
Spiegelstraat 33A, 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 Spiegelstraat 33A, Haarlem
The asking price is 49% below the neighbourhood average of €684,332, but the apartment is also half the average size (50 m² vs 100 m²). Given its brand-new build and A++ energy label, the price per m² works out at €6,980, close to the neighbourhood average of €7,260. So it's priced in line with the market for its size and quality.
The apartment has an A++ energy label, the highest possible. That means very low energy bills and a warm, efficient home. Only 15% of homes for sale in Burgwal have A+ or better, so this is a real advantage, especially in a neighbourhood where most buildings date from before 1945.
Residents rate it 7.67 out of 10, praising 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 street cleaning could be better. It's a lively, central area with plenty of shops and restaurants.
Two primary schools are within a five-minute walk: Veronica Jenaplanschool (326 m) and Franciscus Xaveriusschool (350 m). For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1.1 km away, a 10-15 minute walk or short cycle.
Haarlem train station is 1.5 km away, which is about a 15-20 minute walk or a 5-minute cycle. From there you can reach Amsterdam in under 20 minutes.
The listing does not mention parking, but being in the city centre, street parking is likely limited and may require a permit. The neighbourhood is very walkable, so many residents get by without a car.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Burgwal
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