Halfweg, Haarlemmermeer
NeighbourhoodThis detached house on Emmaplein in Halfweg has a classic feel, with 163 m² of living space and a 275 m² plot. Built in 1921, it has an energy label D, so heating costs are something to keep an eye on. At €700,000, the asking price is on the high side compared to the average of €525,000 in the neighbourhood, but it's a rare type: only two homes are currently for sale in Halfweg. For context, you can compare it with other detached houses in Haarlemmermeer.
Halfweg is a compact village between Haarlem and Amsterdam, with about 2,540 residents. It's a mix of ages: a quarter of the population is over 65, but there are also plenty of families with children. Most homes are owner-occupied (69%) and two-thirds are single-family houses. The neighbourhood feels quiet and residential, with a moderate urban density. There are no resident reviews available for this area, so the impression comes from the data: it's a place where people tend to stay put. You can read more about the municipality Haarlemmermeer for a broader picture.
For your morning bread, Dirk is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. Lidl is a couple of streets further. School runs are easy: Jong Geleerd primary school is on your doorstep, and Openbare Daltonschool De Zwaan is a ten-minute walk. The train station is 1.6 km away, so about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Regio Makelaars and Funda. The agent has provided full details on the property, so what you see here is what's known.
Details of this home
Emmaplein 2, Halfweg
Data from Halfweg
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About Emmaplein 2, Halfweg
The asking price of €700,000 is above the neighbourhood average of €525,000 and the median of €525,000. Detached homes are rare in Halfweg, and this one has a large plot and generous floor area. The price per square metre works out at about €4,294, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €4,073. Given the limited supply, the price reflects the uniqueness of the property.
The home has an energy label D. This is average for an older home built in 1921. In the neighbourhood, about a third of homes have label D or lower, so it's not unusual. You can expect moderate energy costs, but improvements like better insulation could help. The exact running costs depend on usage and energy prices.
The nearest train station is 1.6 km from the home, which is about a 20-minute walk or a 5-minute cycle. This makes commuting to Haarlem or Amsterdam feasible without a car.
There are several primary schools within walking distance. Jong Geleerd is just 104 metres away, Openbare Daltonschool De Zwaan is 710 metres, and Communityschool De Kameleon is 1.2 km. For secondary education, the nearest school is 5.8 km away, so older children may need to travel further.
Currently, only two homes are for sale in Halfweg, including this one. The market is very tight, with just 9 homes sold in the recent period. This low supply means choices are limited, and properties tend to sell within a few weeks.
Halfweg has a mix of residents, with about 390 households with children and 420 single-person households. The average household size is 2.1, so it's not exclusively family-oriented but has a good number of families. There are playgrounds and parks within walking distance, and the village has a quiet, safe feel.
5 homes in the neighbourhood Halfweg