Rental homes in Boerhaavevaart, Haarlem

Rental prices and market figures Boerhaavevaart, Haarlem

Boerhaavevaart is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: 81% of the 238 homes are owner-occupied, only 19% are rental properties. Notably, there is no housing association property in this neighbourhood. All rental homes are therefore under private or commercial landlords, meaning you only rent in the free sector here. Social housing is simply not available in Boerhaavevaart.

The average rent in the free sector over the past twelve months was €1,629 per month, with a range of €1,260 to €1,835. With an average area of 92 m², that works out to about €17.70 per m². That is substantial, especially when compared to the broader rental properties in Boerhaavewijk, where the average WOZ value is €368,000 compared to €580,000 in Boerhaavevaart. Also relative to the municipal average of Haarlem (WOZ €480,000), you are clearly in the higher segment here. In the past twelve months, 18 free-sector homes have been rented out, showing that supply is limited. Check the current daily prices and available rental properties at the top of this page.

Living in Boerhaavevaart: young family neighbourhood by the water

Boerhaavevaart is a relatively small, green residential neighbourhood in the south of Haarlem, nestled between the Ringvaart and the Boerhaavevaart. The streetscape is defined by fairly recent new-build homes, mostly semi-detached houses and linked single-family homes with gardens, built from the early 2000s. The architecture is modern, with light facades and plenty of glass. It is not a neighbourhood with historic charm, but one with spacious homes, wide pavements and lots of greenery along the water. The atmosphere is quiet, almost village-like, even though you are right in Haarlem.

The population is strikingly young: the largest group (445 of the 870 residents) is between 25 and 45 years old, and with 215 children under 15 and 150 households with children, this is quintessentially a family neighbourhood. The average income of €60,000 and the high education level (65% highly educated) fit the profile of dual-income earners who consciously choose this area for its space and child-friendly layout.

Facilities around Boerhaavevaart

Within the neighbourhood itself, you will find few shops, but facilities are within cycling distance. Supermarkets such as Albert Heijn and Lidl on the Spaarne Gasthuis site and in Schalkwijk shopping centre are reachable within five minutes by bike. For daily groceries, many residents also cycle towards Boerhaavestraat in the Geleerdenbuurt, where there is a small neighbourhood supermarket and bakery. Primary school De Molenwiek is located in the adjacent Professorenbuurt, and there are several daycare centres in the immediate vicinity. Sportpark Terschegget borders the neighbourhood, with football club THB and tennis courts. Along the Ringvaart you can run and walk, and the Schoterbos is a ten-minute bike ride away.

Accessibility from Boerhaavevaart

Station Haarlem Spaarnwoude is about a ten-minute bike ride away, with Sprinter trains towards Amsterdam Sloterdijk (approx. 15 minutes) and Leiden. Bus lines along the Europaweg connect the neighbourhood to the centre and Schalkwijk. By car, you are on the N205 towards the A5 and A9 within five minutes, which suits commuters to Amsterdam, Schiphol or the Bollenstreek well. Cycling to the centre of Haarlem takes a quarter of an hour. Parking here is largely free and on private property, a luxury compared to the city centre.

Residents of Boerhaavevaart particularly appreciate the peace, space and water. On the neighbourhood page, a resident writes: "Nice, quiet neighbourhood with lots of young families. Children play outside on the street, along the water it is lovely." Criticisms that come up are the limited shopping options in the immediate vicinity and the relatively isolated location relative to the bustling centre. Compared to the neighbouring Geneesherenbuurt, Boerhaavevaart is newer and more spacious, but also more expensive and less lively.

Is a rental property in Boerhaavevaart right for you?

A rental home in Boerhaavevaart is particularly interesting for young families with an above-average income who are looking for space, peace and a child-friendly environment. Starters and singles will find it harder here: supply is small, rents are above €1,250 and there is no social housing. If you want to rent a property in Boerhaavevaart, prepare your documents (employer's statement, payslips, ID) well in advance and respond quickly. With only 18 rented properties in a year, it is a tight market. Also consider the supply of owner-occupied homes in Boerhaavevaart as an alternative, given the high owner-occupancy rate. Those looking for a cheaper rental home would be better off looking at Poelpolder-noord or Romolenpolder-oost.

What residents say about Boerhaavevaart

On the neighbourhood page with reviews and neighbourhood data of Boerhaavevaart you can read residents' experiences. The neighbourhood generally scores well on safety and child-friendliness, but lower on facilities and entertainment options. One resident sums it up: "Perfect for families who want peace, but don't expect a bustling city life." View all ratings and sub-scores on the neighbourhood page.

Renting in Boerhaavevaart compared to surrounding neighbourhoods

Boerhaavevaart is one of the more expensive neighbourhoods within the Boerhaavewijk. If you are looking for something more affordable with a similarly quiet character, then the Geleerdenbuurt is worth considering. Those who want to live closer to the centre can look at available rental properties in the Houtvaartkwartier or the Oude Stad. On Buurtje.nl you compare neighbourhoods based on neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and current rental prices, compiled from more than 1,500 sources. This way you not only find an apartment to rent in Boerhaavevaart, but also discover whether the neighbourhood really suits you. Also view the overview of all rental properties in Haarlem and information about the municipality of Haarlem for more background information.