Rental homes in Heiliglanden, Haarlem

Rental prices and market figures for Heiliglanden, Haarlem

Heiliglanden is predominantly a rental neighbourhood: 63% of the housing stock consists of rental properties, compared to 36% owner-occupied homes. Of those rental properties, 17% are owned by housing associations (social housing) and 46% by other landlords (free sector and private rentals). If you want to buy a home, you can visit the page with homes for sale in Heiliglanden, but the rental market clearly dominates here.

In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rental price in Heiliglanden over the past year was €1,680 per month, with a range of €820 to €2,450 per month. With an average surface area of 78 m², this works out to approximately €21.50 per m². That is slightly lower than the average in the broader district of Oude Stad, where WOZ values are higher at €510,000 compared to €474,000 in Heiliglanden. Compared to the Haarlem municipal average (WOZ €480,000), Heiliglanden is just below that. For current rental prices and available rental properties in Heiliglanden, see the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Heiliglanden, Haarlem

Heiliglanden is one of the smaller neighbourhoods within the historic city centre of Haarlem, located in the district of Oude Stad. The neighbourhood owes its name to the former Heilige Geesthof, a medieval almshouse site, and thus has one of the longest settlement histories in the city. Anyone looking for a rental home here will quickly find themselves in an environment of narrow streets, historic buildings and courtyards. The housing stock largely consists of canal houses and older city homes, with the occasional small apartment complex from the twentieth century. New construction is scarce; the neighbourhood is almost fully built up and the streetscape hardly changes.

The atmosphere is urban but not busy. Heiliglanden borders the centre of Haarlem without being right in the middle, meaning you have the liveliness of the Grote Markt and the Barteljorisstraat within cycling distance, but can live relatively quietly in your own streets. The neighbourhood has approximately 1,420 residents, the largest group of whom are between 25 and 45 years old. Single-person households are the most common (520 of the more than 899 homes), and only 23% of residents are married. That characterises the neighbourhood: this is an area for young city dwellers, professionals and people who consciously choose a compact, centrally located living environment.

Facilities in Heiliglanden

You can do your daily shopping in Heiliglanden without having to travel far. Within walking distance you will find several supermarkets in the adjoining city centre, including an Albert Heijn and a Jumbo in the immediate vicinity of the centre. The Grote Houtstraat and Gedempte Oudegracht offer a wide range of shops within a short distance. You hardly need to leave the neighbourhood for dining out: cafés, restaurants and lunchrooms are well represented in the surrounding streets. As for schools: primary and secondary schools are accessible in the nearby neighbourhoods, although there are no large educational institutions within Heiliglanden itself. For sports activities, you can use the nearby Kenaupark or sports facilities elsewhere in the city. Healthcare facilities, pharmacies and GP practices are available in the wider city centre.

Accessibility

Haarlem Centraal is about a ten-minute bike ride from Heiliglanden, offering direct train connections to Amsterdam (approximately 20 minutes), Leiden and The Hague. Several bus routes run through or past the neighbourhood, with stops within a short walking distance. By car, the A9 and A200 are accessible via Haarlem's arterial roads. Parking in and around Heiliglanden falls under the paid parking and permit system of the municipality of Haarlem; parking pressure is a real concern here, especially for new residents. More information about parking permits can be found on the website of the municipality of Haarlem. The neighbourhood is easily accessible by bike: the centre, the station and neighbouring neighbourhoods such as Vijfhoek and Bakenes can be reached within minutes.

Residents appreciate the central location and the historic character of the neighbourhood. On the neighbourhood page for Heiliglanden you can read all the reviews and neighbourhood data. One resident writes: "You live here right in the middle of Haarlem's history, but it is surprisingly quiet once you close your front door." Recurring criticisms are the parking situation and the limited availability of rental properties in the free sector.

Compared to neighbouring neighbourhoods such as Binnenstad or Stationsbuurt, Heiliglanden is slightly quieter in character, but similar in price level. Those looking for more space or lower rental prices sometimes look at districts such as Haarlemmerhoutkwartier or Zijlwegkwartier, a bit further from the centre.

Is renting in Heiliglanden right for you?

Heiliglanden is best suited to young professionals and city dwellers who consciously choose a historic inner-city environment with good public transport connections and everything within cycling distance. Families with children find the neighbourhood compact: there is little green space directly in the area and the homes are generally not large. Seniors who appreciate peace and character also enjoy living here, provided they are not dependent on a car.

Practical: the supply of available rental properties in Heiliglanden is limited. Respond quickly to properties that come up for rent, as rental times in Haarlem's city centre are short. Prepare your documents (payslips, employer's statement) before you respond. For social housing, register with a housing association such as Elan Wonen or Ymere, but be prepared for long waiting lists. If renting is too expensive or too scarce, also check the supply of homes for sale in Heiliglanden as an alternative.

What residents say about Heiliglanden

Residents generally rate Heiliglanden positively, particularly in terms of location, atmosphere and the historic environment. Points that score less well are parking facilities and the limited play space for children. One resident describes it as follows: "Heiliglanden has something unique that you never find in new-build neighbourhoods: you feel the city's history in every stone, but you don't miss any modern amenities." View all scores per category and read more experiences on the reviews and neighbourhood data for Heiliglanden. You won't find this kind of resident review anywhere else at neighbourhood level.

Compare rental properties in and around Heiliglanden

Are you unsure whether Heiliglanden is the right neighbourhood, or do you want to look at the supply more broadly? Within the Oude Stad district, Burgwal and Binnenstad are also interesting alternatives with a similar urban character. If you want a bit more space and greenery, you can look at Houtvaartkwartier or Duinwijk. For a complete overview of all rental properties in Haarlem, Buurtje.nl bundles supply from more than 1,500 sources, supplemented with neighbourhood scores, demographic data and resident reviews. This way you compare not only properties, but also neighbourhoods, and make a choice that truly suits you.