Homes for sale in Boerhaavewijk, Haarlem
Looking for a home to buy in Boerhaavewijk? Check the current listings at the top of this page, including asking prices and selling times.
Purchase prices in Boerhaavewijk: more affordable than Haarlem average, but the market is picking up
Of the more than 3,380 homes in Boerhaavewijk, 38% are owner-occupied. The rest are rental properties, a large proportion of which are owned by housing corporations. The average WOZ value is €368,000, which is noticeably lower than the Haarlem average of €480,000. This makes the neighbourhood relatively accessible for buyers who want to live in Haarlem without paying city-centre prices. In the past twelve months, 48 homes were sold, with an average purchase price of €531,604 and a range from €295,000 to €1,095,000. The average home has a floor area of 98 m². The supply consists of a mix of porch apartments, terraced houses and a few detached homes. For current asking prices and the current supply of owner-occupied homes in Boerhaavewijk, please consult the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Boerhaavewijk: green, practical and with an honest story
Boerhaavewijk has a quiet, green character that residents clearly appreciate. On Buurtje.nl, the neighbourhood scores a 7.7 out of 10, based on resident reviews. Resident Jos describes it as "a green residential area with many beautiful old trees, plenty of space in the streets and sufficient parking." He calls the neighbourhood child-friendly, with little through traffic and all daily amenities within walking distance. That combination of space and practical convenience is a recurring theme on the Boerhaavewijk neighbourhood page, where you can find all reviews and neighbourhood data. Resident Weilee has lived there her entire life and writes: "it has always been a place where I feel safe and at home, the people are friendly and there is always something to do."
Not everyone is equally enthusiastic. Resident Wilhelmina gives a 4.9 and mentions nuisance from noisy young people in cars and on motorbikes, and a feeling of insecurity in the dark. Beauty scores the lowest of all categories with a 6.3, and litter on the streets is also mentioned by several residents. These are honest signals for anyone considering buying a home here. Safety scores a 7.4, which is reasonable but not exceptional. The municipality of Haarlem is working on liveability in various neighbourhoods; more information can be found at haarlem.nl.
In terms of amenities, the neighbourhood does well: the sub-score for amenities is 8.6 and for education even 8.8. In the area there are several primary schools, a GP practice, pharmacy and the Spaarne Gasthuis hospital is within cycling distance. For daily groceries, there are supermarkets in the immediate vicinity. The neighbourhood consists of several sub-areas each with its own character: the Geleerdenbuurt and the Professorenbuurt have a more villa-like character, while the Geneesherenbuurt and Boerhaavevaart are more compactly built. Accessibility scores an 8.0, although one resident notes that the bus connection is limited: "there is only bus 3, every half hour." For daily commuters, that is something to take into account. Haarlem station is a short cycle away and offers fast connections to Amsterdam and Leiden. The A9 is easily accessible via the Europaweg.
For which buyers is Boerhaavewijk a serious option?
Living in Boerhaavewijk mainly appeals to families and young couples looking for space without the hustle and bustle of the Oude Stad or the higher prices of the Haarlemmerhoutkwartier. Buying an apartment in Boerhaavewijk is possible at the lower end of the market from around €295,000, although most transactions are well above that. In addition to the purchase price, take into account additional costs such as transfer tax (2% for non-first-time buyers above the NHG limit), notary fees and any renovation costs. If you are still unsure whether buying is the right step, you can also look at rental properties in Boerhaavewijk as an alternative. Also compare the Zijlwegkwartier and the Houtvaartkwartier if you want a broader picture of what Haarlem has to offer.
Buying a home in Boerhaavewijk: how to use this overview
Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only see what a home costs but also what it is really like to live in Boerhaavewijk. Use the filters at the top for price, floor area and energy label, and check the scores per category to determine whether the neighbourhood matches your wishes. If you want to buy in Haarlem but still compare other neighbourhoods, also check the overview of all owner-occupied homes in Haarlem.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of buying a house in Boerhaavewijk?
In the past twelve months, 48 homes were sold in Boerhaavewijk, with an average purchase price of €531,604. Prices ranged from €295,000 to €1,095,000. The average home has an area of 98 m². The average WOZ value in the neighbourhood is €368,000, which is lower than the Haarlem average of €480,000.
What are the additional costs when buying a home in Boerhaavewijk?
In addition to the purchase price, as a buyer you pay transfer tax (2% for non-starters, 0% for starters under the exemption limit), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and possibly estate agent fees. Depending on the condition of the home, renovation or sustainability costs may also play a role. Typically, expect 4 to 6% of the purchase price in additional costs.
What types of homes are for sale in Boerhaavewijk?
Boerhaavewijk consists of a mix of porch apartments, terraced houses, and a smaller number of detached homes. In neighbourhoods such as Geleerdenbuurt and Professorenbuurt, you will find more spacious, detached owner-occupied homes. Boerhaavevaart and Geneesherenbuurt have a more compact, urban character with more apartments and semi-detached houses. Buying an apartment in Boerhaavewijk is possible at the lower end of the market.
How is the accessibility if you want to live in Boerhaavewijk?
Accessibility scores an 8.0 in resident reviews, although some residents indicate that the bus connection is limited: bus line 3 runs every thirty minutes. Haarlem Station is within cycling distance and offers direct connections to Amsterdam Central and Leiden. The connection to the A9 via the Europaweg also makes the neighbourhood easily accessible by car.
Are there good schools in the area for families looking to buy a home in Boerhaavewijk?
Education is the highest-scoring category in resident reviews, with an 8.8 out of 10. There are several primary schools in and around Boerhaavewijk. Residents explicitly describe the neighbourhood as child-friendly, with little through traffic and plenty of play space in the streets. For secondary education, schools in the wider Haarlem area are easily accessible.
A green residential area with many beautiful old trees, plenty of space in the streets, sufficient parking. All amenities within walking distance, close to shops, hospital, doctor and pharmacy. Child-friendly neighbourhood, little traffic.
Auto-translated to English by AII don't think the neighbourhood is very safe because there have been a few burglaries, and it's not very hygienic either because sometimes a plastic bag blows by and there are a lot of cigarette butts on the ground, but otherwise it is hygienic, there is a lot of greenery which is very nice and it is well maintained. Accessibility is also fine, although recently a road was closed for a year.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt has been a place where I feel safe and at home all my life. I find the people very sociable and there is always something to do.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is very good, but the only problem is accessibility. There is only bus 3 every half hour.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery noisy. Unhelpful and unfriendly. I don't feel safe walking my dog in the dark. Many noisy young people in cars and on motorbikes. Often very dirty with lots of rubbish on the street. More enforcement. Clean the area more often. Encourage residents to be more community-minded. Organise social events in the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AINice neighbourhood, there could be fewer loitering youths and fewer apartment blocks, but they are working on that. Furthermore, lovely people and neighbours and you have everything you need and the motorway is a minute from your home.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is nice and helpful, kind neighbours who look after each other. However, it is densely populated with apartments and there is often rubbish on the street. The loitering youths are not too bad and are somewhat present at the nearby Lidl, but fortunately that is a bit further away. We have the Rooie Pad behind us as green space, but there could certainly be more.
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