Oude Amsterdamsebuurt, Haarlem
NeighbourhoodThis corner house on Vooruitgangstraat sits in the lively Oude Amsterdamsebuurt, a neighbourhood where Haarlem's history meets everyday convenience. With 93 m² of living space and a 133 m² plot, it offers more room than many homes in the area. The price of €519,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €468,500, but the larger-than-average floor area and energy label B help explain it. For context, end-of-terrace houses in Haarlem vary widely in price and size.
The Oude Amsterdamsebuurt is densely built and very urban, with over 5,000 addresses per km². It's a mix of ages: many residents are between 25 and 45, and a third live alone. The housing stock is split between pre-war homes (41%) and newer builds, and 40% are owner-occupied. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from statistics alone. The neighbourhood Oude Amsterdamsebuurt is known for its central location and lively streets.
For your morning bread, Dekamarkt is just around the corner. A couple of other supermarkets, including Albert Heijn and Vomar, are within a ten-minute walk. Families have several primary schools nearby: the Franciscus Xaveriusschool is a couple of streets away, and the Veronica Jenaplanschool is a five-minute walk. The municipality Haarlem offers a wide range of amenities, from parks to restaurants, all within easy reach.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Kroon van Diest Makelaars.
Details of this home
Vooruitgangstraat 19, Haarlem
Data from Oude Amsterdamsebuurt
Data from Oude Amsterdamsebuurt
48 within 5 km
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About Vooruitgangstraat 19, Haarlem
The asking price is about 11% above the neighbourhood average of €468,500, but this home is larger (93 m² vs 83 m² average) and has a plot of 133 m². The price per m² works out to roughly €5,580, which is below the neighbourhood average of €6,264 per m². So while the total price is higher, you get more space for your money.
The home has energy label B, which is above average for the neighbourhood. In the Oude Amsterdamsebuurt, about 33% of homes have label A and 22% have label B, so this home is in the more efficient half. Label B means relatively low energy costs compared to older homes with labels D or lower.
Built in 1893, this corner house is one of the older homes in the neighbourhood. About 41% of homes in the Oude Amsterdamsebuurt were built before 1945, so a pre-war property is typical here. The energy label B suggests it has been modernised, likely with insulation and efficient heating.
The Oude Amsterdamsebuurt has a mix of households: about 27% are families with children, 21% are couples without children, and 55% are single-person households. There are several primary schools within walking distance, and the area is very urban with shops and restaurants nearby. The train station is 1.8 km away, so commuting is feasible.
In the past period, 58 homes were sold in the neighbourhood at an average price of €482,897, with an average selling time of 31 days. The current asking price of €519,000 is above that average, but the home is larger than the typical sold property (93 m² vs 83 m²).
The closest supermarket is Dekamarkt at 108 metres, ideal for daily shopping. Other options include Albert Heijn and Vomar within about 1 km. For primary education, the Franciscus Xaveriusschool is 157 metres away, and the Veronica Jenaplanschool is 568 metres. Secondary schools are about 1 km away.
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