A historic apartment on Zijlstraat
This apartment on Zijlstraat sits in the middle of Haarlem's oldest streets, where the canal-side bustle and the quiet of the evening settle into a rhythm of their own. The building dates from 1750, and the home spans 78 m² with an energy label B. At €1,950 per month, the rent sits 16% below the neighbourhood average of €2,322, which is keen for a home of this size in this part of town. For context, apartments in Haarlem typically command a different balance of price and space.
The Binnenstad neighbourhood
The Binnenstad neighbourhood is compact and lively, with a mix of historic buildings and everyday conveniences. One resident describes it as "Cosy....lots of greenery, beautiful street lighting and great to be able to live here," and notes the shops and bus connections nearby. Based on one review, the neighbourhood scores a perfect 10. The area is home to many single-person households, and the streets are busy with a young and middle-aged crowd, giving it a steady, urban feel.
Life on the street
Daily errands are simple from here. A Dekamarkt is just around the corner, with a Jumbo and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away, so the weekly shop is a short stroll. For school runs, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is on your doorstep, while the Veronica Jenaplanschool and IKC De Argonauten are a five-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and the municipality of Haarlem keeps the centre well connected to the rest of the region.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed through Koops Makelaardij Haarlem B.V. and is available via several channels.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Zijlstraat 88A, Haarlem
Is €1,950 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is 16% below the neighbourhood average of €2,322, and the average price per m² in the area is €26.15. With 78 m², this home comes in below that benchmark, so the asking rent is on the keen side for the Binnenstad. The apartment is part of a 1750 building with an energy label B, which helps keep running costs in check.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an official registration from EP-Online. A B label indicates a reasonably efficient home, so you can expect moderate energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself, only its energy performance.
How close is the nearest supermarket?
A Dekamarkt is 169 metres away, just around the corner. A Jumbo is 251 metres and an Albert Heijn is 270 metres, so you have several options within a short walk. For a bigger shop, there are 48 supermarkets within five kilometres, giving plenty of choice without going far.
What schools are nearby?
The Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem, a secondary school, is just 69 metres away. For primary education, the Veronica Jenaplanschool is 595 metres and IKC De Argonauten is 629 metres. There are also several other primary schools within a ten-minute walk, so school runs are manageable on foot.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.2 kilometres away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it straightforward to reach other cities without needing a car. The neighbourhood also has bus connections nearby, as noted by a resident.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
The Binnenstad scores a perfect 10 from one resident, who mentions the greenery, beautiful street lighting and the convenience of shops and bus connections. The area has a high share of single-person households, and the population is mostly between 25 and 45, giving it a lively but not chaotic atmosphere.
