Bosch en Vaart, Haarlem
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Zandvoorter Allee sits in the green, well-to-do Bosch en Vaart neighbourhood. At €265,000, the asking price is 70% below the neighbourhood average of €894,133, a keen entry point, especially given the 60 m² floor area is 59% smaller than the local norm. For context, see other apartments in Haarlem.
Bosch en Vaart is a neighbourhood with a mix of ages and households, from young professionals to families and retirees. Two residents give it an average 8.3 out of 10. One describes it as "lively but anonymous": "By lively I mean that there are many hip young people living here and there are many amenities and infrastructure in the neighbourhood, but it is anonymous because people don't really know each other." Another simply calls it "cool" because "everything close to a nice forest, not much hassle." The area has a high proportion of owner-occupied homes (81%) and a strong urban feel (address density 2,481 per km²). Read more about the neighbourhood Bosch en Vaart.
For your morning bread, Ekoplaza is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn and Vomar a couple of streets away. Schools are close too: the Coornhert Lyceum is on your doorstep, and the Bosch en Hovenschool is a five-minute walk. The neighbourhood also has a park and several restaurants within a few minutes' walk. The municipality Haarlem offers all the amenities of a city while keeping a green, residential feel.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Kramer & Partners Makelaars. The listing is complete with all key details provided.
Details of this home
Zandvoorter Allee 50, Haarlem
Very good · 2 residents
By lively I mean that there are many hip young people living here and there are many amenities and infrastructure in the neighbourhood, but it is anonymous because people don't really know each other. You live there and know your neighbours, but you don't really know your neighbours' neighbours. Many people move often.
Auto-translated to English by AIEverything close to a nice forest, not much hassle
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About Zandvoorter Allee 50, Haarlem
The asking price of €265,000 is 70% below the neighbourhood average of €894,133, but the apartment is also 59% smaller than the local average floor area. Given the compact size and the fact that the cheapest home in the area recently sold for €250,000, the price appears keen for a 60 m² apartment in this sought-after part of Haarlem.
The apartment has energy label C. This is a reasonable rating, it means the home is moderately energy-efficient. You can expect average heating and electricity costs, though not as low as with an A or B label. In the neighbourhood, 38.5% of homes have label A, so this is slightly below the local best, but still acceptable.
Bosch en Vaart is popular among young professionals, as one resident notes: "there are many hip young people living here." The area has a lively atmosphere with plenty of amenities and infrastructure. However, it can feel anonymous because people move often and don't know their neighbours' neighbours well. If you value a vibrant social scene, this could be a good fit.
Several schools are within walking distance. The Coornhert Lyceum (secondary) is just around the corner, and the Bosch en Hovenschool (primary) is a five-minute walk. Lyceum Sancta Maria (secondary) is also close, about 415 metres away. For younger children, a childcare centre is a five-minute walk.
The nearest train station is 1.8 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short bike ride.
The neighbourhood has a high address density (2,481 per km²), indicating good urban infrastructure. The train station at 1.8 km provides an additional option for longer journeys.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The apartment is 60 m², so outdoor space is not included in the description.
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