Rental homes in Geschiedschrijversbuurt, Haarlem

Rental prices and market figures for Geschiedschrijversbuurt, Haarlem

Geschiedschrijversbuurt is a true rental neighbourhood: 62% of the 1,309 homes are rental properties. About 30% are owned by housing corporations (social housing) and 33% are rented out by other landlords in the private sector. This means you have a chance of finding both an affordable social rental home and a private-sector property here. In the private sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), the average rent over the past year was €2,005 per month, with a range of €665 to €2,650. With an average floor area of 81 m², that works out to about €24.75 per m². The WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €472,000, which is lower than the average for the Houtvaartkwartier district (€539,000) and also slightly below the Haarlem average of €480,000. The average income of €39,500 is also below that of the district (€46,900) and the municipality of Haarlem (€42,900). This makes Geschiedschrijversbuurt relatively one of the more accessible parts of Houtvaartkwartier for renters. At the top of this page, you can see the current listings and daily prices for available rental homes in Geschiedschrijversbuurt.

Living in Geschiedschrijversbuurt, Haarlem

Geschiedschrijversbuurt is located in the southwest of Haarlem, nestled between the Houtvaartkade and the Europaweg. The neighbourhood takes its name from streets named after famous Dutch historians, such as Colenbranderstraat, Fruinstraat and Blokstraat. It is a post-war residential area from the 1950s and 1960s, consisting mainly of three- to four-storey porch flats, supplemented by terraced houses and some newer apartment complexes. The atmosphere is quiet and village-like, with short, orderly streets and plenty of greenery in the form of inner gardens and wide green strips along the Houtvaart.

The largest age group here is 25 to 45 years old (875 out of 2,530 residents), and single-person households form the majority (560). This gives the neighbourhood a mix of young professionals, starters and singles, supplemented by families and a sizeable group of over-65s (460). The education level is high: 53% of residents are highly educated.

Amenities within walking distance

Residents rate amenities a 10 out of 10, and for good reason. On the Europaweg you will find an Albert Heijn and various small specialist shops. A bit further towards the Spaarnwouderplein there is a Jumbo and several eateries. You hardly need to leave the neighbourhood for schools: De Kring primary school is just around the corner and there are several primary schools in Houtvaartkwartier. Secondary schools such as Sancta Maria and Coornhert Lyceum are within cycling distance. For sports, there are facilities at Duinwijck sports park (badminton, tennis) and De Houtvaart swimming pool is a few minutes away by bike. Resident Roos sums it up succinctly: "It's really lovely and has all amenities very close by."

Accessibility from Geschiedschrijversbuurt

Accessibility scores a perfect 10 from residents. Haarlem Spaarnwoude station is a ten-minute walk away and takes you to Amsterdam Sloterdijk in a quarter of an hour. Bus routes along the Europaweg connect you to the centre of Haarlem (five minutes), Schalkwijk and Hoofddorp. By bike, you can reach the Grote Markt in less than ten minutes. Car access is good via the Europaweg towards the N200 and A200 to Amsterdam (about 25 minutes outside rush hour). Parking is permit-based in parts of the neighbourhood, but resident Quinten cites the parking situation as a plus: "Nice streets and parking space near a church, a charming and cosy neighbourhood." However, keep in mind that parking pressure is increasing throughout Haarlem. More information about parking permits can be found on the municipality of Haarlem website.

Residents rate Geschiedschrijversbuurt an 8.7 out of 10. Accessibility (10), amenities (10) and sense of community (9) score particularly high. Beauty scores the lowest at 7, which fits the image of a functional post-war neighbourhood that lacks the charm of the Oude Stad, but on the other hand, rental prices here are more accessible. Read all experiences on the neighbourhood page of Geschiedschrijversbuurt.

Compared to neighbouring areas in Houtvaartkwartier, Geschiedschrijversbuurt is down-to-earth and practical. The Zeeheldenbuurt is closer to the centre and has more pre-war buildings, while the Natuurkundigenbuurt-west has a similar post-war character but offers slightly fewer amenities in the immediate vicinity.

Who is a rental home in Geschiedschrijversbuurt interesting for?

With the large group of 25- to 45-year-olds and the high proportion of single-person households, the neighbourhood is popular among starters and young professionals looking for a rental home in Haarlem without paying top dollar. The neighbourhood is also attractive for seniors due to its flat layout, nearby amenities and good bus connections. Families benefit from the proximity of schools and the relatively quiet character. If you want to rent an apartment in Geschiedschrijversbuurt, prepare your documents (employer's statement, payslips) well, as homes go quickly. For social housing, you can register via WoningNet; expect waiting lists of several years. Would you rather buy? Then check out the listings for homes for sale in Geschiedschrijversbuurt.

What residents say about Geschiedschrijversbuurt

Based on 2 reviews, Geschiedschrijversbuurt scores an 8.7 out of 10. The highest sub-scores go to accessibility and amenities (both 10), the lowest to beauty (7). Quinten writes: "Nicely and cosily laid out with beautiful streets and parking space near a church, a charming and cosy neighbourhood" and gives a 9.1. Want to read more reviews or share your own experience? Check out all reviews of Geschiedschrijversbuurt.

Compare rental homes in Geschiedschrijversbuurt with surrounding neighbourhoods

Still unsure whether renting in Geschiedschrijversbuurt is the right choice? Compare it with nearby neighbourhoods. The Van Galenbuurt lies slightly to the north and has a similar layout, while the Haarlemmerhoutkwartier is greener and more expensive. For a broader view of all available rental properties in the city, check out the rental listings in all of Haarlem. Buurtje.nl combines current property listings from more than 1,500 sources with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and district data, so you not only find a home but also the neighbourhood that truly suits you.