Rental homes in Welgelegen, Haarlem

Rental prices and market figures for Welgelegen, Haarlem

Welgelegen is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: 61% of the more than 1,015 homes are owned, while 38% are rented out. Of that rental supply, only 2% is in the hands of a housing association. The remaining 37% falls under private or commercial landlords, meaning that virtually all rental properties in Welgelegen are in the free sector. Social housing is therefore scarce here.

In the free sector (excluding social housing and rooms), an average rent of €2,146 per month was recorded over the past twelve months, with an average floor area of 96 m². This works out to approximately €22.35 per m². The range runs from €1,180 to €2,650 per month, depending on size, condition and location. Current daily prices and available supply can be found at the top of this page.

For comparison: the average WOZ value in Welgelegen is €651,000, slightly below the district average of the Haarlemmerhoutkwartier (€703,000), but well above the Haarlem average of €480,000. Welgelegen is therefore a relatively expensive neighbourhood to rent, which aligns with the higher income level (average €55,600 per year compared to €42,900 for all of Haarlem).

Living in Welgelegen, Haarlem

Welgelegen is nestled between the Haarlemmerhout, Haarlem's large city park, and the more refined residential streets of the Haarlemmerhoutkwartier. It is a quiet, green neighbourhood with a distinct character: wide avenues, detached and semi-detached villas from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, supplemented by a modest number of apartments in converted townhouses. The development is compact but not densely built, and the neighbourhood exudes a certain tranquillity that you won't find in many other Haarlem neighbourhoods.

The residents are predominantly highly educated (65%), employed (68% labour participation) and relatively affluent. The largest group is aged 25 to 45 (550 people), but those aged 65 and over are also well represented (545 people). Single-person households are the most common living arrangement (465), which explains why some of the larger homes have been divided into apartments.

Facilities in Welgelegen

The immediate neighbourhood is not rich in facilities in the classic sense: there is no shopping street and no supermarket within walking distance within Welgelegen itself. The nearest groceries can be bought at Albert Heijn or Jumbo on the Zijlweg or towards the centre of Haarlem, a five to ten-minute bike ride away. For daily groceries and shops, the Grote Houtstraat and the area around the Grote Marktplein are easily accessible. The Haarlemmerhout, directly on the edge of the neighbourhood, offers ample opportunities for walking, jogging and relaxation in the greenery. Sports clubs and a swimming pool can be found in the surrounding districts. Primary schools in the area can be found along the Zijlweg and in adjacent neighbourhoods such as the Koninginnebuurt.

Accessibility

Welgelegen is within cycling distance of Haarlem city centre, roughly ten minutes. Haarlem Central Station is reachable in about fifteen minutes by bike or via bus connections along the Zijlweg. From the station, you can reach Amsterdam Central in about twenty minutes by intercity train. By car, the A9 is easily accessible via the Europaweg, providing connections towards Amsterdam, Schiphol and the Randstad. Parking in the neighbourhood is largely permit-based; free parking is limited. Cyclists benefit from the quiet residential streets and the direct connection to the Haarlemmerhout and the city centre.

Atmosphere and what residents say

On the neighbourhood page for Welgelegen, residents share their experiences. The neighbourhood scores well on tranquillity, greenery and appearance. One resident writes: "Welgelegen is one of the quietest spots in Haarlem that is still within walking distance of all the city bustle. The Haarlemmerhout as a back garden completes it." Criticisms sometimes concern the limited parking facilities and the lack of a local supermarket within walking distance. If you are looking for urban vibrancy right on your doorstep, you might be better off looking at the Oude Stad or the Zijlwegkwartier.

Compared to neighbouring areas such as Florapark or Bosch en Vaart, Welgelegen is somewhat more exclusive in character and rental prices are generally higher. Those looking for rental properties in Welgelegen should expect a narrower supply and higher monthly costs.

Is renting in Welgelegen right for you?

Welgelegen particularly attracts tenants who appreciate peace and space without leaving the city: dual-income couples, expats with a good budget, and seniors who have traded their owner-occupied home for a comfortable rental apartment. First-time buyers with a limited budget will find few social housing options here; the supply is almost entirely free sector with rents averaging over €2,000 per month. Respond quickly if you have your eye on a rental house or apartment: supply is limited and sought-after homes are snapped up quickly. Prepare your documents (employer's statement, bank statements, proof of identity) so you can respond immediately. For social housing, register with Ymere or Elan Wonen via the regional platform WoningNet. If you also want to compare owner-occupied homes, you can find the supply on the page owner-occupied homes in Welgelegen.

What residents say about Welgelegen

Residents particularly appreciate Welgelegen for its green surroundings, quiet streets and proximity to the Haarlemmerhout. The neighbourhood scores strongly on living quality and sense of safety. Less positive are residents sometimes about parking pressure and the limited shopping options directly in the neighbourhood. One reviewer describes it as: "A neighbourhood for people who want the best of both worlds: urban convenience with the tranquillity of a villa district." View all reviews, scores per category and current neighbourhood data on the overview page for Welgelegen. These kinds of resident reviews are unique at neighbourhood level.

Compare rental properties in and around Welgelegen

Welgelegen is part of the Haarlemmerhoutkwartier, one of the more expensive residential areas in Haarlem. If you are looking for a slightly different character or a wider supply, you can also look at adjacent neighbourhoods. The Haarlemmerhout neighbourhood borders the park and has a similar appearance. Also popular among tenants is Rozenprieel-noord, which is slightly more accessible in terms of price level. For more urban dynamics, the districts Houtvaartkwartier and Duinwijk are worth exploring. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so that as a tenant you not only find a home but also know for sure whether the neighbourhood suits you. More about living and permits in Haarlem can be found on the website of the municipality of Haarlem.