Taanplaats 30
Oud Spaarndam, Haarlem
AreaA waterside apartment in Oud Spaarndam
This apartment sits on the Taanplaats in Oud Spaarndam, a small village-like neighbourhood within the municipality of Haarlem. With the water right on your doorstep and a free view, it feels a world away from the city bustle, yet Haarlem's centre is not far. The asking price of €500,000 is on the high side compared to other apartments in Haarlem, especially given the living area listed by the agent.
The home itself
Built in 1900, this apartment spans three floors and includes four rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent mentions a balcony and describes the setting as on a quiet road, alongside water with an unobstructed view. The home has roof insulation and double glazing, a central heating boiler and partial underfloor heating, and it is offered as full ownership. According to the BAG registration the living area is 112 m², while the agent lists 84 m².
Life in Oud Spaarndam
Oud Spaarndam is a compact neighbourhood with around 600 residents, many of them older: 28% are 65 or over. It is a quiet, rural spot, with an address density that makes it the least urban category. Residents across the municipality of Haarlem give their living environment an average score of 7.29, based on 73 reviews. One resident says: "very nice and beautiful neighbourhood." Another, who has lived there for almost 30 years, notes a decline in recent years, mentioning litter and a lack of connection among some newcomers. The neighbourhood itself feels like a small community, with a mix of ages and household types. For a sense of what it is like, the Oud Spaarndam neighbourhood page offers more detail.
Amenities and transport
The daily essentials are close by. The nearest primary school, Openbare Basisschool De Spaarneschool, is just around the corner, and the GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Spaarndam is a five-minute walk away. For groceries, Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, with Dekamarkt and PLUS a bit further. Bus line 12 stops at Spaarndam, IJdijk on your doorstep, and the nearest train station, Santpoort Zuid, is about 3.2 km away. The pharmacy and hospital are in Haarlem, a short drive or bus ride. The municipality of Haarlem offers all the larger amenities. The address-level risk data from public sources (Atlas Leefomgeving, KCAF, Klimaateffectatlas) gives area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The foundation risk indication is elevated, given the 1900 construction on clay soil. Noise from road traffic is above the standard at 50 dB Lden, while aircraft and industry noise stay below the norm. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, though the current flood risk is low; heat stress is low now but medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including PUUR* Makelaars Haarlem-Noord and their listing on Funda.
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About Taanplaats 30, Spaarndam Gem. Haarlem
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €500,000. Based on the agent's listed living area of 84 m², that works out to €5,952 per m². The price is on the high side compared to other apartments in Haarlem, but the waterside setting and free view are distinctive features that may justify it for some buyers.
How many rooms and bedrooms does the apartment have?
According to the agent, the apartment has four rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is listed as 84 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 112 m². There is also a balcony, and the home is described as having a free view over the water.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent mentions roof insulation and double glazing, which help retain heat. The home also has a central heating boiler and partial underfloor heating. Exact monthly costs depend on usage and energy prices.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, and it is not always included in property listings. Without it, we cannot compare the asking price to the official valuation. You would need to check with the municipality for the current WOZ value.
What are the main risk indications for this address?
Public risk data indicates an elevated foundation risk, which is common for homes built in 1900 on clay soil. Road traffic noise is above the standard at 50 dB Lden, while aircraft and industry noise are below the norm. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, though the current flood risk is low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are nearby?
The nearest primary school, Openbare Basisschool De Spaarneschool, is just around the corner. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Spaarndam is a five-minute walk away. For groceries, Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, with Dekamarkt and PLUS a bit further. The pharmacy and hospital are in Haarlem, about 1.8 and 2.1 km away respectively.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus line 12 stops at Spaarndam, IJdijk, which is on your doorstep, and also at Visserseinde and Ds. J. Schardamstraat within a short walk. The nearest train station is Santpoort Zuid, about 3.2 km away. This gives you a bus connection to the area and a train option for longer journeys.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Oud Spaarndam is a small neighbourhood with around 600 residents, many of them older. It is a quiet, rural spot with a low address density. Residents across the municipality of Haarlem give their living environment an average score of 7.29. One resident describes it as a "very nice and beautiful neighbourhood," while another notes some decline in recent years.
