Rental homes in Bomenbuurt-oost, Haarlem
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Rental prices and market figures for Bomenbuurt-oost, Haarlem
Bomenbuurt-oost is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: of the 678 homes, 69% are owner-occupied. Only 31% are rental properties, of which 23% are owned by housing associations and 8% by other landlords. This limited supply is reflected in the prices. In the free sector (excluding social housing), 4 homes were rented out last year for an average of €2,286 per month, with a range of €2,250 to €2,395 per month. Area data is missing, so a price per m² cannot be calculated.
The average WOZ value of homes in Bomenbuurt-oost is €627,000. That is lower than the district average of Ter Kleefkwartier (€659,000), but significantly higher than the Haarlem average of €480,000. The neighbourhood thus belongs to the more expensive segments of Haarlem. For the current supply and the most recent average rental price and time to let, please consult the overview at the top of this page. If you want to buy instead of rent, also check the homes for sale in Bomenbuurt-oost.
Living in Bomenbuurt-oost, Haarlem
Bomenbuurt-oost is a quiet, green neighbourhood in the Ter Kleefkwartier, north of Haarlem city centre. The housing stock mainly consists of single-family homes and smaller apartment complexes from the 1950s and 1960s, with wide streets and relatively much greenery in public spaces. The neighbourhood has a village character, something residents both appreciate and criticise. It is quiet, but the sense of community is limited. One resident aptly described it: "just become a village, gossiping." That says something about the scale and social dynamics of the neighbourhood.
The largest age group is 45 to 65 years (490 residents), followed by families with children (295 households). This reflects the character of the neighbourhood: established, quiet, little student life. The average income is €44,700 per year, slightly above the Haarlem average of €42,900, but below the district average of €52,600. Fifty percent of residents have a high level of education.
Facilities in Bomenbuurt-oost
The neighbourhood has a resident score of 6.9 for facilities, indicating that daily shopping and basic needs are easily accessible. Within walking distance you will find supermarkets along the Kleverlaan and the Leidsevaart, the two main access roads of the quarter. For shops and catering, Haarlem city centre is within cycling distance. The neighbourhood scores a 6.8 on education, indicating sufficient school provision nearby. Think of primary schools in Ter Kleefkwartier and the wider choice of schools in adjacent neighbourhoods. For sports, the nearby Frederikspark and the surroundings of the Haarlemmerhout offer green recreational space for walking and cycling. Molenwijk swimming pool is a short bike ride away.
A point of criticism mentioned by several residents: the pavements are poorly maintained, with loose tiles that are dangerous for people in wheelchairs or with walkers. Dog mess and stray cats are also repeatedly mentioned. The municipality of Haarlem manages public spaces; reports can be submitted via haarlem.nl.
Accessibility
Bomenbuurt-oost scores a 7.1 on accessibility, the highest sub-score of the neighbourhood. Haarlem station is about a ten-minute bike ride away, with direct connections to Amsterdam Central (approx. 20 minutes), Leiden and The Hague. Several bus lines run via the Kleverlaan and the Leidsevaart towards the centre and the station. By car, the neighbourhood is easily accessible via the N208 and the connection to the A9 towards Amsterdam and the A44 towards Leiden. Cycling to the centre takes five to ten minutes. Parking is possible on the street in principle, but residents report that cars are regularly parked on pavements, hindering accessibility for pedestrians.
For comparison: neighbouring community Bomenbuurt-west has a similarly quiet character, while the Kweektuinbuurt feels slightly more urban and has more rental properties. Kleverpark-noord is also popular among renters seeking the tranquillity of Ter Kleefkwartier. For more urban living with a larger rental supply, neighbourhoods such as Oude Stad or the Haarlemmerhoutkwartier are worth considering.
Is renting in Bomenbuurt-oost right for you?
Bomenbuurt-oost is most suitable for families and middle-aged people who appreciate peace and greenery and can afford a free-sector rental home. Starters and students will find the supply limited and the rents high. The number of available rental properties in Bomenbuurt-oost is structurally low: in the free sector, only 4 homes were rented out last year. Anyone considering renting an apartment in Bomenbuurt-oost would do well to respond quickly to new listings and have all documents (payslips, employer's statement, ID) ready immediately. For social housing, you can register with Ymere or Elan Wonen, the main housing associations active in Haarlem, but expect significant waiting lists. As an alternative to renting in Bomenbuurt-oost, there are also homes for sale in Bomenbuurt-oost available.
What residents say about Bomenbuurt-oost
Residents give Bomenbuurt-oost an average score of 6.5 based on 8 reviews. Accessibility (7.1) and safety (6.8) score the highest. The beauty of the neighbourhood scores the lowest at 4.9, followed by housing at 5.8. Resident Nelleke writes: "quiet street, unsafe, gossip street, I don't like it, pavement stones dangerous for wheelchair people, lots of dog poo, lots of stray cats, lots of rats, mice." The picture that emerges: the neighbourhood is quiet, but public space deserves more attention. View all reviews and neighbourhood data on the neighbourhood page of Bomenbuurt-oost.
Comparing rental properties in and around Bomenbuurt-oost
Want to compare renting a home in Bomenbuurt-oost with other options in the district? Check the supply in the surrounding neighbourhoods Ripperdabuurt and Schoterveenpolder, or broaden your search to all rental properties in Ter Kleefkwartier. For a complete overview of the rental supply in the city, including neighbourhoods such as the Zijlwegkwartier and the Houtvaartkwartier, you can visit the page for rental properties in Haarlem. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from multiple sources with resident reviews, neighbourhood data and rental market figures, so you not only find a rental home but also know whether the neighbourhood suits you. The available rental properties in Bomenbuurt-oost are listed at the top of this page and are updated daily.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Bomenbuurt-oost, Haarlem?
In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent in Bomenbuurt-oost over the past year was €2,286 per month, with a range of €2,250 to €2,395 per month. This is based on 4 rented properties. Social housing through a housing association is significantly cheaper, but there are waiting lists. Surface area data is missing, so an average rent per m² is not available.
Are there social housing properties in Bomenbuurt-oost?
Yes, 23% of the housing stock in Bomenbuurt-oost is owned by housing associations, amounting to approximately 156 homes. In Haarlem, Ymere and Elan Wonen are the largest social landlords. You can register via their own websites, but expect long waiting lists. The remaining 8% of rental properties are owned by private or commercial landlords and generally fall under the free sector.
What is it like to live in Bomenbuurt-oost?
Bomenbuurt-oost is a quiet, green neighbourhood with a village character in the Ter Kleefkwartier district of Haarlem. Residents appreciate the tranquillity but are critical of the state of the pavements, dog mess, and the lack of social vibrancy. The neighbourhood scores an average of 6.5 out of 10 based on 8 resident reviews. Accessibility (7.1) and safety (6.8) score highest; the beauty of the neighbourhood scores lowest at 4.9.
Is Bomenbuurt-oost suitable for families with children?
Bomenbuurt-oost has 295 households with children, the largest household group in the neighbourhood. The quiet streets, relatively little traffic, and the presence of schools in the area make the neighbourhood attractive for families. However, free sector rents (average €2,286 per month) are high, and the rental supply is limited. Families looking for a rental home would do well to also consider the supply in adjacent neighbourhoods.
How is the accessibility of Bomenbuurt-oost?
Bomenbuurt-oost scores a 7.1 on accessibility, the highest sub-score of the neighbourhood. Haarlem Station is about a ten-minute bike ride away, with fast connections to Amsterdam (20 min.), Leiden and The Hague. Bus routes via the Kleverlaan and Leidsevaart connect the neighbourhood to the city centre and the station. By car, the neighbourhood is accessible via the N208 and connections to the A9 and A44. Parking is possible on the street, but residents report nuisance from illegally parked cars on pavements.
What facilities are there in Bomenbuurt-oost?
The neighbourhood scores a 6.9 on facilities. Supermarkets are within walking distance along the Kleverlaan and Leidsevaart. For more extensive shops and catering, Haarlem city centre is a five to ten-minute bike ride away. Primary schools are present in the district; Frederikspark and Haarlemmerhout offer green recreational opportunities. Molenwijk swimming pool is a short bike ride away. Residents are critical of the maintenance of public spaces, including loose paving stones.
Is Bomenbuurt-oost a safe neighbourhood?
Residents give Bomenbuurt-oost a 6.8 on safety, slightly above the overall average of 6.5. The neighbourhood is generally quiet, but several residents mention unsafe pavements due to loose tiles, especially for people in wheelchairs or with walkers. Nuisance from stray cats, rats and mice is also mentioned several times in the reviews. Crime is not perceived as a major problem in the reviews.
quiet lots of cars everywhere parked on pavements bad pavements for wheelchairs tiles lifted dangerous lots of dog poop everywhere cats seagulls rats mice
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Auto-translated to English by AIbecame a village many people dogs lots of poo on pavements tiles high you break your neck
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Auto-translated to English by AIquiet street unsafe gossip street I don't like pavement stones dangerous for wheelchair people many dogs poop many stray cats many rats mice
Auto-translated to English by AIquiet lots of cars in the street don't feel safe on broken high tiles bad for wheelchairs
Auto-translated to English by AIquiet neighbourhood not clean stones are crooked loose everywhere for wheelchair is not doable they can do whatever they want in eikenstraat they could also use a green hedge or place a parker so 5
Auto-translated to English by AIneighbourhood quiet neighbourhood few children ,,, lots of dog poo ,,,,,, some people are nice....... but they don't want to do anything on the street that's a shame sometimes cars drive not very safe rest fine quiet little neighbourhood
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