Homes for sale in Weltevredenbuurt, Haarlem

House prices and market figures for Weltevredenbuurt, Haarlem

Weltevredenbuurt is predominantly an owner-occupied neighbourhood: 52% of the 830 homes are owned, the rest are rented, a large portion of which through housing associations (39%). The average WOZ value is €457,000, which is noticeably lower than the average of the Indischewijk as a whole (€477,000) and the Haarlem average of €480,000. However, actual transaction prices tell a different story: over the past twelve months, 10 homes changed hands at an average purchase price of €572,400. Sale prices ranged from €450,000 to €800,000, with an average living area of 95 m². That works out to a price of over €6,000 per square metre. Supply is limited and the market is competitive. Homes rarely stay on the market for long, especially in the lower price segment. Check the current supply and average time on market at the top of this page for the most recent updates. Those comparing Weltevredenbuurt with broader homes for sale in Haarlem will notice that this neighbourhood is relatively affordable to enter, but still sells well above the WOZ value.

Living in Weltevredenbuurt, Haarlem

Weltevredenbuurt is a quiet, green residential neighbourhood in the Indischewijk, southwest of Haarlem's city centre. The streets are named after places in the former Dutch East Indies, giving the neighbourhood a recognisable character it shares with sister neighbourhoods like Medanbuurt and Soendabuurt. The housing stock largely dates from the 1920s and 1930s: terraced houses and detached homes with front and back gardens, brick facades, sometimes with decorative details from that period. The streets are wide, with trees and space. This makes the neighbourhood visually pleasant and relatively quiet, even by Haarlem standards.

Daily shopping is quick: Cronjéstraat and Zijlweg are within cycling distance and offer supermarkets, bakeries and small specialist shops. For a larger range of shops, Haarlem's centre is easily accessible, about ten minutes by bike. Frederikspark and Haarlemmerhout are popular green areas for residents with children or dogs. Primary schools in the immediate vicinity serve the families living here, and there are quite a few: households with children form the largest category in the neighbourhood (340 of the approximately 830 households).

In terms of accessibility, the neighbourhood scores well. Haarlem Station is about ten minutes away by bike, with direct connections to Amsterdam Central (around 20 minutes), Leiden and The Hague. Several bus routes run through or past the neighbourhood. The connection to the A9 and A200 is quickly reached via Schipholweg, handy for commuters heading towards the Randstad. Parking is still relatively easy in most streets, although pressure is increasing as the neighbourhood becomes more popular.

Residents appreciate the tranquillity and human scale of the neighbourhood. On the neighbourhood main page for Weltevredenbuurt you will find extensive resident reviews and scores per category. One resident writes: "It's quiet here without being boring. You know your neighbours, the streets are green and you're quickly in the centre or the park." Recurring criticisms concern parking pressure in some side streets and the limited local shopping facilities directly in the neighbourhood itself. Compared to Nieuw-Guineabuurt or Molukkenbuurt, Weltevredenbuurt is slightly quieter in character, with a bit more greenery and less through traffic.

Is a home for sale in Weltevredenbuurt right for you as a buyer?

The neighbourhood mainly attracts families and movers. With an average purchase price of €572,400, buying a home in Weltevredenbuurt is no longer a starter market, although the lower end of the range (from €450,000) still offers some room. Starters with a limited budget or buyers who want to be flexible can also look at rental homes in Weltevredenbuurt as an intermediate solution. Overbidding is realistic in this segment: supply is scarce and demand is stable. Those considering buying an apartment in Weltevredenbuurt should expect limited supply in that segment; the neighbourhood mainly consists of ground-based homes. Be prepared with a mortgage offer in hand and a structural survey, as homes from the 1930s sometimes require maintenance.

What residents say about Weltevredenbuurt

Residents generally rate Weltevredenbuurt positively. High scores go to safety, the green appearance of the streets and the location relative to the centre. Residents are less enthusiastic about the parking situation and the limited local amenities within walking distance. A common sentiment: "Nice, quiet neighbourhood to live in Weltevredenbuurt, but for daily shopping you still have to take the bike." View all reviews and full neighbourhood data on the overview page for Weltevredenbuurt.

Compare homes for sale in and around Weltevredenbuurt

On Buurtje.nl you will find homes for sale in Weltevredenbuurt from more than 1,500 sources, combined with resident reviews, neighbourhood scores and demographic data. This makes it easier to assess whether the neighbourhood suits you before viewing the property. Want to compare more broadly? Also check the supply in the rest of the Indischewijk, or explore neighbourhoods like Haarlemmerhoutkwartier or Zijlwegkwartier. More background on living and housing in the city can be found on the website of the municipality of Haarlem.