Transvaalstraat 11
Soendabuurt, Haarlem
AreaA maisonnette on a quiet street
This maisonnette apartment sits on Transvaalstraat in the Soendabuurt, part of Haarlem's Indischewijk. The home was built in 1969 and carries energy label D. At €495,000, the asking price sits 24% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €649,556, which puts it on the low side for the area. For context, [apartments in Haarlem] vary widely in price depending on size and condition.
The home itself
According to the agent, this is a maisonnette apartment on the second living floor with four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors. The living area is listed at 94 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 96 m². The home has a balcony, full ownership, and a volume of 288 m³. The agent notes roof insulation, double glazing and floor insulation, plus a central heating boiler. The property is described as being on a quiet road in a residential area.
Life in the Soendabuurt
Across the municipality of Haarlem, residents give an average score of 7.29 based on 73 reviews. One resident says: "very nice and beautiful neighbourhood." Another describes it as a "Nice neighbourhood." A third resident, who has lived there for almost 30 years, says it used to be pleasant but feels the area has declined in recent years. The neighbourhood itself has around 2,430 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. For more on what the area is like, see [the Soendabuurt neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Vomar a couple of streets away and Aldi within a five-minute walk. Openbare Basisschool De Cirkel is on your doorstep, and several other primary schools are within a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP practice, Huisartsenpraktijk Schoterpoort, is a couple of streets away, with Schoterbos Apotheek nearby. Bus stop Haarlem, Waarderbrug with line 14 is just around the corner, and Haarlem station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Haarlem offers a range of services and facilities within easy reach.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is €405,000 with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 22% above this WOZ value. According to the data, the asking price has risen relative to the WOZ over recent years. As for address-level risk indications, road traffic noise is measured at 60 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise remain below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, partly because the building dates from before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via Mooijekind Vleut Makelaars Haarlem and also through Funda.
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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 Transvaalstraat 11, Haarlem
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The WOZ value is €405,000 with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €495,000 is 22% above this WOZ value. This means the asking price is higher than the municipal valuation, which is a common situation in many markets. The WOZ value is set by the municipality and does not necessarily reflect the current market value.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is a maisonnette apartment on the second living floor. It has four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom spread over two floors. The living area is listed at 94 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 96 m². The home also has a balcony and a volume of 288 m³.
What energy label does this home have?
The home has energy label D. This is a mid-range label, meaning energy costs will be moderate compared to more efficient homes. The agent notes that the home has roof insulation, double glazing and floor insulation, which can help with energy efficiency. A central heating boiler provides the heating.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on area-level data, not an inspection of this specific home. The building dates from 1969, before 1970, which is a factor in the risk assessment. In this postcode area, 50% of properties were built before 1970, and 1% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated pile rot risk according to the Klimaateffectatlas.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 60 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 38 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Albert Heijn is approximately 381 metres away, just around the corner. Vomar is about 511 metres away, and Aldi is roughly 626 metres from the home. There are also several other supermarkets within a short distance, including Dekamarkt at about 740 metres and an AH to go at about 1,043 metres.
Which schools are close to this home?
Openbare Basisschool De Cirkel is about 207 metres away, essentially on your doorstep. Vrije School Kennemerland and Liduinaschool are both within about 620-634 metres, a five-minute walk. There are also several other primary schools within a ten-minute walk, including Willem van Oranjeschool at about 762 metres.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus stop Haarlem, Waarderbrug with line 14 is about 150 metres away, just around the corner. Haarlem, Paul Krugerkade with line 14 is about 385 metres away. Haarlem, Julianapark with lines 3, 73, 244, 385, 568, 569, N30 and N80 is about 476 metres away. Haarlem train station is approximately 1,089 metres away, a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Across the municipality of Haarlem, residents give an average score of 7.29 based on 73 reviews. One resident says: "very nice and beautiful neighbourhood." Another describes it as a "Nice neighbourhood." A third resident, who has lived there for almost 30 years, says it used to be pleasant but feels the area has declined in recent years, mentioning litter and a lack of connection among some residents.
How does the price per m² compare to the neighbourhood?
The asking price per m² is €5,266, based on the agent's listed living area of 94 m². The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €5,664. This means the price per m² for this home is below the neighbourhood average, which aligns with the overall asking price being 24% below the neighbourhood average.
