Homes for sale in Archimedesbuurt, Haarlem

House prices and market figures for Archimedesbuurt, Haarlem

The Archimedesbuurt is predominantly a rental neighbourhood: only 24% of the approximately 949 homes are owner-occupied, the vast majority of which are owned by housing associations. This makes the supply of owner-occupied homes limited and the market relatively closed. The average WOZ value is €280,000, which is clearly lower than the average in the Meerwijk district (€306,000) and well below the Haarlem municipal average (€480,000). Yet the actual transaction prices tell a different story: over the past twelve months, five homes were sold with an average purchase price of €522,800, in a range of €499,000 to €550,000. With an average living area of 122 m², the price per square metre comes to approximately €4,285. These are likely larger single-family homes that are relatively well-priced compared to other Haarlem districts. Supply varies greatly; check the current overview at the top of this page for the most recent asking prices and selling times. Those looking for broader options can also look at owner-occupied homes in Haarlem as a whole.

Living in Archimedesbuurt, Haarlem

The Archimedesbuurt is located in the southeast of Haarlem, as part of the Meerwijk district. The neighbourhood was largely built in the 1960s and 1970s and consists mainly of porch flats, gallery flats and a limited number of ground-level terraced houses. The streetscape is functional and sober: wide roads, ample parking spaces and green strips that give the neighbourhood some breathing space. It is not a neighbourhood you enter for the architecture, but for the peace and affordability relative to the Haarlem average.

The atmosphere is down-to-earth and mixed. With 1,915 residents and a large group of single-person households (500), it is a neighbourhood where people live alongside each other without much social pressure. The age groups 25-45 and 45-65 are equally represented (495 people each), providing a mix of young families and slightly older residents. The proportion of over-65s (390 people) is relatively high for a Haarlem neighbourhood, partly due to the large share of social housing.

For daily shopping, you can go to the nearby Winkelcentrum Schalkwijk, within walking distance of the Archimedesbuurt. This shopping centre offers a wide range of supermarkets, shops and services. For schools, primary schools are accessible in the immediate vicinity; secondary education is spread across Haarlem-Zuid and the centre. Green spaces are present in the form of parks and the proximity of the Meerwijkplas, a water-rich recreational area appreciated by residents for walking and cycling.

In terms of accessibility, the Archimedesbuurt is reasonably well connected. By bus, via the Europaweg and Amerikaweg, you can reach Haarlem Centraal in about twenty minutes. By bike, the city centre can be reached in a quarter of an hour. The connection to the A9 and A44 also makes the neighbourhood attractive for motorists, especially for commuters heading to Amsterdam or the Bollenstreek. Parking is not a problem in most streets, which residents find pleasant.

Residents appreciate the peace, space and accessibility of amenities. On the neighbourhood main page of the Archimedesbuurt you will find all resident reviews and detailed neighbourhood scores. One resident writes: "It's quiet here and you have everything you need close by, but it doesn't look like the nicer neighbourhoods of Haarlem. I accept that." Criticism is more often directed at the maintenance of public spaces and the outdated appearance of some of the flats. Compared to sister neighbourhoods such as the Nobelprijsbuurt or the Erasmusbuurt, the Archimedesbuurt is slightly more withdrawn and less lively, but also quieter and cheaper to buy.

Does a home for sale in Archimedesbuurt suit you as a buyer?

Anyone wanting to buy a home in Archimedesbuurt must take into account a narrow supply: on average, only five homes are sold per year. This requires patience and quick decisions when something becomes available. The average purchase price of over €522,000 makes it not a starter market, although prices are below the Haarlem average. The neighbourhood best suits buyers who consciously choose space, peace and a functional living environment over appearance, and who appreciate the proximity of Schalkwijk and good car accessibility. Families who have no need for a trendy street but do want good value for money feel at home here. Those who prefer to rent can also look at rental homes in Archimedesbuurt, where supply is larger.

What residents say about the Archimedesbuurt

Residents give the Archimedesbuurt mixed but predominantly positive reviews. Strong points are the peace, accessibility and proximity of Winkelcentrum Schalkwijk. Less positive are reviews about the appearance of the neighbourhood and the maintenance of public spaces. One resident aptly describes it: "Functional and affordable, not beautiful but nice to live in." Want to read all scores per category and more experiences from residents? Then check the full resident information on the page of the Archimedesbuurt.

Compare homes for sale in and around Archimedesbuurt

Buurtje.nl bundles the housing supply from more than 1,500 sources and links it to resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only find a home but also know whether the neighbourhood suits you. Compare the Archimedesbuurt with other neighbourhoods in Meerwijk, or see what the Spijkerboorbuurt or the Meerwijkplas have to offer. Those who want to look further will also find supply in districts such as Haarlemmerhoutkwartier or Oude Stad. More about living and housing in the municipality can be found on the website of the municipality of Haarlem.