A classic ground-floor apartment on the Zijlweg
This ground-floor apartment on the Zijlweg sits in the Hasselaersbuurt, a lively part of Haarlem where the streets hum with everyday life. The asking price of €495,000 is on the high side for the area, especially when you consider the living area. According to the agent, the home measures 62 m², which works out at €7,984 per m². For context, apartments in Haarlem are priced across a wide range, and this one sits at the upper end.
Inside the home
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. It was built in 1890 and carries an energy label A+, which is an efficient label. The agent notes that the home has double glazing and is heated by a heat pump. There is a garden at the back, and the property is a ground-floor dwelling with full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €129.06. The BAG registration lists the living area as 53 m², while the agent states 62 m².
The Hasselaersbuurt
Life in the Hasselaersbuurt is compact and connected. The neighbourhood counts about 1,365 residents, and it is very strongly urban, with a high address density. 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 notes: "I've lived here for almost 30 years. It used to be pleasant: clean, good contact with neighbours, etc. But due to the steady influx of Muslims, the neighbourhood is going downhill." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this neighbourhood. For a closer look at the area, see the Hasselaersbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The pharmacy is on your doorstep, and the GP is just around the corner. For groceries, Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, with Dekamarkt and Jumbo also within a five-minute walk. Primary school IKC De Argonauten is a couple of streets away, and Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is just as close. Public transport is excellent: the bus stop at Ruychaverstraat is on your doorstep with lines 7, 8, 81 and 84, and Haarlem train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Haarlem offers all this and more, as you can see on the municipality of Haarlem page.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. The address has several risk indications at area level. Road traffic noise is measured at 62 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is elevated, partly because the building dates from before 1970 and the area is a KCAF attention zone. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and heat stress is also medium, both currently and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Visch & van Zeggelaar on Funda, Visch & van Zeggelaar, and Visch & Van Zeggelaar Amsterdam on Pararius.
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About Zijlweg 18, Haarlem
What is the asking price per square metre?
The asking price is €495,000. Based on the agent's stated living area of 62 m², that comes to €7,984 per m². The BAG registration lists a smaller living area of 53 m², which would give a higher price per m², but the agent's figure is the basis for the stated price per m².
How many bedrooms does this apartment have?
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. It is a ground-floor dwelling, so all rooms are on a single level. The home also has a garden at the back.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A+, which is an efficient label. The agent also notes that the home has double glazing and is heated by a heat pump. This suggests the home is relatively energy-efficient, which could help keep energy costs lower compared to less efficient homes.
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, the monthly homeowners' association contribution is €129.06. This fee typically covers shared costs such as maintenance of common areas and building insurance. The exact coverage depends on the association's regulations, which are not detailed in the listing.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is determined by the municipality and is not always included in property listings. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price to the municipal valuation.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public data, road traffic noise at this address is measured at 62 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is 42 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated. This is partly because the building was constructed before 1970, and the area is a KCAF attention zone. In this neighbourhood, 7% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Climate Impact Atlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood and heat stress risks?
The pluvial flooding risk is medium, meaning there is a moderate chance of flooding from heavy rainfall. The flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, both currently and in 2050. Heat stress is also medium, both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications based on climate models.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within a short walk. Albert Heijn is about 234 metres away, Dekamarkt is 404 metres, and Jumbo is 495 metres. Another Albert Heijn is at 530 metres, and another Dekamarkt at 551 metres. So you have plenty of options for daily groceries.
What schools are close to this apartment?
There are several schools within walking distance. IKC De Argonauten, a primary school, is about 376 metres away. Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem, a secondary school, is 382 metres. Openbare Basisschool De Peppelaer is 510 metres, and Vrije School Kleverpark is 801 metres. So both primary and secondary education are nearby.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Haarlem, Ruychaverstraat, just 17 metres away, with lines 7, 8, 81 and 84. Other stops include Raaksbrug (247 metres) with lines 250, 255, 340, 346 and 356, and Nassaulaan (306 metres) with lines 2, 3, 73, 568, 569 and N80. Haarlem train station is 860 metres away.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Hasselaersbuurt is a very strongly urban neighbourhood with about 1,365 residents. It has a high address density. Residents across the municipality of Haarlem rate their living environment with an average score of 7.29 out of 10, based on 73 reviews. One resident calls it "very nice and beautiful," while another expresses concerns about litter and social cohesion. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this neighbourhood.
