Homes for sale in Vijfhoek, Haarlem
Discover the current supply of homes for sale in Vijfhoek and view neighbourhood data, resident scores and market figures to determine if this Haarlem inner-city neighbourhood suits you.
House prices and market figures for Vijfhoek, Haarlem
The owner-occupied market in Vijfhoek is strong. In the past twelve months, 24 homes changed hands at an average purchase price of €665,375. The range runs from €200,000 to €1,350,000, showing that the supply is diverse: from compact apartments to more spacious canal houses. With an average sold area of 95 m², the price per square metre comes to around €7,000. That is substantial, but it fits with the location in the heart of Haarlem.
The average WOZ value in Vijfhoek is €520,000. That is higher than the average of the surrounding district Oude Stad (€510,000) and clearly above the Haarlem average of €480,000. The neighbourhood has 1,721 homes, of which 48% are owner-occupied. The remaining 52% are rental properties, largely in the hands of private landlords. Apartments in older buildings dominate the streetscape, although you also come across upper-floor homes and canal houses. For current asking prices and available properties, you can check the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Vijfhoek, Haarlem
Vijfhoek is one of the most densely populated and liveliest neighbourhoods in Haarlem, located in the historic centre. The name refers to the pentagonal square that gives the neighbourhood its character: a hub of narrow streets, brown cafés, small shops and terraces. Living here means being within walking distance of almost everything. That is exactly what residents appreciate. Julian Slobbe puts it aptly: "All the shops and restaurants are around the corner, so you're there in no time." Another resident adds that he lives "nicely by the water" and regularly goes paddleboarding on the nearby canals in summer.
The neighbourhood has an urban character with a strong sense of community. The homes are predominantly pre-war, with high ceilings, narrow stairwells and brick facades. New-build is almost entirely absent. This gives the neighbourhood authenticity, but it also means that when buying, you need to pay close attention to the structural condition and insulation values. The average gas consumption of 980 m³ per year is relatively low, partly explained by the high proportion of apartments.
For daily groceries, you can go to the supermarkets on Grote Houtstraat and Gedempte Oudegracht, both within cycling distance or even walking distance. Kenaupark and Frederikspark are a short bike ride away and offer some greenery in an otherwise stony environment. Residents give greenery a score of 8.3, which is high for an inner-city neighbourhood, although Julian Slobbe himself qualifies this: "There isn't a lot of nature unfortunately, but if you hop on your bike..." For schools, the neighbourhood scores remarkably well with a resident rating of 9.0 for education, indicating that there are plenty of good primary and secondary schools in the immediate vicinity.
Accessibility is excellent. Haarlem Station is about a ten-minute walk or a five-minute bike ride away. From there, you can be at Amsterdam Centraal in twenty minutes. Several bus routes run through or past the neighbourhood, and for those travelling by car: the A9 and A200 are reachable within ten minutes. Parking in the neighbourhood itself is a challenge; paid parking is the norm and a parking permit is not an unnecessary luxury.
Compared to neighbouring areas such as Binnenstad and Bakenes, Vijfhoek feels slightly more compact and intimate. Stationsbuurt offers more space and newer property, but lacks the historical layering of Vijfhoek. Anyone considering buying in the Oude Stad as a whole would do well to compare Vijfhoek with neighbourhoods such as Burgwal and Heiliglanden. The atmosphere varies per street, but price levels are close together. More neighbourhood data and all resident experiences can be found on the Vijfhoek neighbourhood page.
Who is a home for sale in Vijfhoek interesting for?
Vijfhoek mainly attracts young professionals and couples between the ages of 25 and 45, the largest age group in the neighbourhood. The high proportion of single-person households (1,020 out of over 3,500 residents) confirms this: this is not a typical family neighbourhood. Families with young children more often choose more space in districts such as Haarlemmerhoutkwartier or Zijlwegkwartier. Be realistic about budgets: with an average sale price of €665,375, this is no longer a starter neighbourhood. Overbidding is common and supply is limited. Those who still want to benefit from the location but are not yet able or willing to buy can also look at rental properties in Vijfhoek as an intermediate step.
What residents say about Vijfhoek
Residents give Vijfhoek an average score of 8.2 out of 10, based on three reviews. Accessibility scores highest with a 9.3, followed by education (9.0) and safety and community (both 8.3). The beauty of the neighbourhood gets the lowest score: a 6.7. That is recognisable for those who know the area: busy traffic, crowded terraces and the sometimes messy public space are the downside of the liveliness. Resident "sock" sums it up well: "I think it's a really nice place to live. Everything is nice and close by and I live nicely by the water, where I usually go paddleboarding in the summer." All reviews and scores per category can be viewed on the Vijfhoek neighbourhood page.
Comparing homes for sale in and around Vijfhoek
On Buurtje.nl you will find homes for sale in Vijfhoek compiled from more than 1,500 sources, supplemented with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and demographic data that you won't find together in one overview anywhere else. This allows you to assess the neighbourhood before looking at the property supply. Want to compare more broadly? Then view all homes for sale in Haarlem or explore districts such as Houtvaartkwartier and Duinwijk if you are looking for more space or greenery. For general information about living and staying in the city, the website of the municipality of Haarlem is a good starting point.
Frequently asked questions
What does a home in Vijfhoek cost?
In the past twelve months, 24 homes were sold in Vijfhoek at an average purchase price of €665,375. The range runs from €200,000 to €1,350,000, depending on the type and condition of the property. With an average sold area of 95 m², the average price per square metre comes to about €7,000. Overbidding on popular homes is common in this neighbourhood.
What is the WOZ value in Vijfhoek?
The average WOZ value in Vijfhoek is €520,000. That is higher than the average for the Oude Stad district (€510,000) and well above the Haarlem average of €480,000. The higher value reflects the central location and the historic housing stock in the neighbourhood.
What is it like living in Vijfhoek?
Living in Vijfhoek means living in the beating heart of Haarlem: narrow canal streets, brown cafés, terraces and everything within walking distance. Residents give the neighbourhood an 8.2 out of 10 and particularly appreciate the accessibility (9.3) and the sense of community (8.3). The downside is that it can be busy and sometimes noisy; the cleanliness score of 6.7 indicates that the public space is not always well maintained.
Is Vijfhoek suitable for first-time buyers or families?
With an average sale price of over €665,000, Vijfhoek is no longer a typical starter neighbourhood. The area mainly attracts young professionals and couples between 25 and 45. Families with children looking for more space usually find more suitable options in districts such as Haarlemmerhoutkwartier or Zijlwegkwartier. Those not yet ready to buy can consider rental properties in the neighbourhood as an intermediate step.
How accessible is Vijfhoek?
Accessibility is excellent and receives a score of 9.3 from residents. Haarlem Station is about a ten-minute walk away, with direct connections to Amsterdam Central (approximately twenty minutes) and other cities. Several bus routes run through the neighbourhood. By car, the A9 and A200 are reachable within ten minutes, but parking in the neighbourhood itself is limited and paid.
What types of homes are for sale in Vijfhoek?
The supply consists mainly of pre-war apartments and upstairs homes in historic buildings, often with high ceilings and characteristic facades. Canal houses also occur but are scarce and pricey. There is hardly any new construction. Anyone wanting to buy an apartment in Vijfhoek should expect narrow staircases and limited outdoor space; a garden is more the exception than the rule.
How is safety and the street atmosphere in Vijfhoek?
Residents rate safety in Vijfhoek at 8.3 out of 10, which is a good score for a busy inner-city neighbourhood. The atmosphere is generally cosy and social; residents know each other and the community score stands at 8.3. The neighbourhood can be lively on busy evenings and weekends due to the proximity of hospitality venues, which is not pleasant for everyone.
De vijfhoek is a very pleasant neighbourhood to live in. Everyone knows each other and is kind to one another. Very occasionally some youngsters come down the street, but that's part of it. All the shops and restaurants are just around the corner, so you're there in no time. There isn't much nature unfortunately, but if you hop on your bike you'll soon reach a forest.
Auto-translated to English by AII think it's a very nice place to live. Everything is conveniently close by and I live right by the water, where I usually go paddleboarding in the summer. The parks are also very nice, I'm there quite often.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe needs of a cat or dog are done at my doorstep (which I can't do anything about) and it is never cleaned up.
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