A classic Haarlem apartment with a roof terrace
Tucked away on the Turfsteeg, this apartment sits in the middle of Haarlem's historic Binnenstad, where the streets hum with the rhythm of daily life. It is a 19th-century building, dating from 1890, and the home itself is spread over two floors. The asking price of €600,000 is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes in at €713,833. For context, the average asking price per m² in the Binnenstad is €7,942, while this home is listed at €5,660 per m². If you are looking at apartments in Haarlem, this one sits at the lower end of the price range for the area.
Inside the home
The apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 106 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 101 m². The home is on the first floor and comes with a roof terrace, which the agent describes as a dakterras. It is fully owned, so there is no leasehold to worry about. The property has double glazing and HR glazing, and is heated by a central heating boiler. There is a homeowners' association, with a monthly contribution of €117.15.
The Binnenstad
Residents of the Oude Stad district, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 8.1, based on eleven reviews. One resident, who has lived here since 1992, says: "Beautiful neighbourhood, but social contacts are decreasing." Another resident describes it as a "lovely neighbourhood to live in, old part of the city," though they note that "cleaning and greenery leave something to be desired." A third resident is more enthusiastic, mentioning the "cosy" atmosphere, "lots of greenery, beautiful street lighting and great to be able to live here." The neighbourhood has a population of 3,435, and a large share of households are single-person, at 58%. This is a central, lively part of Haarlem, and the reviews reflect that mix of charm and urban bustle. For more on the area, see the Binnenstad neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, the Jumbo is just around the corner, with the Dekamarkt a couple of streets away and an Albert Heijn within a ten-minute walk. The nearest primary school is the Veronica Jenaplanschool, a couple of streets away, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem for secondary education is also within walking distance. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Kraaij en Ensink and the pharmacy Apotheek Centraal Haarlem are both just around the corner. For public transport, the bus stop at Turfmarkt is a couple of streets away, with lines 2, 3, 73, 568, 569 and N80. Haarlem train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Haarlem offers all this within a compact, walkable centre, as you can see from the municipality of Haarlem.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the property, as determined by the municipality on 1 January 2025, is €656,000. The asking price of €600,000 is 9% below this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 67%, from €393,000 in 2020 to €656,000 in 2025. As for the address, the noise levels from road, rail and air traffic are all below the relevant standards, according to data from 2022 and 2023. The foundation risk indication for this area is medium, which is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970. The climate data shows an elevated risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, while the current flood risk is low. These are public risk indications at the address level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Kramer & Partners Makelaars and 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 Turfsteeg 2A, Haarlem
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €600,000 is 9% below the WOZ value of €656,000, which was set by the municipality on 1 January 2025. This means the asking price is lower than the official valuation. The WOZ value is a municipal assessment, not the current market value, but it does give an indication of how the price relates to recent valuations.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. It is located on the first floor. The agent lists the living area as 106 m², while the BAG registration records 101 m². There is also a roof terrace, which the agent describes as a dakterras.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has an energy label C. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The property has double glazing and HR glazing, which helps with insulation, and it is heated by a central heating boiler. The exact energy costs will depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public data from the KCAF and the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The building dates from 1890, and in this postcode area, 100% of properties were built before 1970. About 5% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of paalrot, or pile rot.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise levels from road traffic, rail traffic and air traffic are all below the relevant standards, according to data from 2022 and 2023. The road traffic noise is 40 dB Lden, rail noise is 41 dB Lden, and aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. The Jumbo is just around the corner, about 357 metres away, and the Dekamarkt is about 400 metres away. There are also three Albert Heijn stores within about 540 to 574 metres, so you have plenty of options for daily groceries.
How far is the nearest school?
The nearest primary school is the Veronica Jenaplanschool, about 238 metres away. For secondary education, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is about 418 metres away. There are also other primary schools within a short walk, including Openbare Basisschool De Kring at 759 metres and the Franciscus Xaveriusschool at 819 metres.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Haarlem, Turfmarkt, about 222 metres away, with lines 2, 3, 73, 568, 569 and N80. Another stop, Haarlem, Centrum/Verwulft, is about 321 metres away with additional lines including 300 and N30. Haarlem train station is about 991 metres away, roughly a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the Oude Stad district, which includes this neighbourhood, give their living environment an average score of 8.1 out of 10, based on eleven reviews. One resident says it is a "beautiful neighbourhood" but notes that "social contacts are decreasing." Another mentions the "lovely" old part of the city, while a third praises the "cosy" atmosphere and "lots of greenery."
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
The WOZ value has increased by 67% between 2020 and 2025, from €393,000 to €656,000. This is a significant rise over five years. The reference date for the current WOZ value is 1 January 2025. This development reflects the broader trend in Haarlem's housing market, though it is specific to this property.
