Geschiedschrijversbuurt, Haarlem
NeighbourhoodThis 84 m² apartment on Menno Simonszplein is in the Geschiedschrijversbuurt, a neighbourhood with a strong sense of community. The home has an A+++ energy label, so heating costs will be very low. At €2,500 per month, the price is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €2,312, but the high efficiency and modern finish make it a fair deal. For context, this is one of the apartments in Haarlem currently available.
The Geschiedschrijversbuurt is a well-laid-out area with attractive streets and a church square. Based on two reviews, residents appreciate the cosy atmosphere and convenience. One resident says: "A nice and cosy neighbourhood, nicely and cosily laid out with beautiful streets and parking by a church." Another adds: "It's super nice and has all amenities very close by." The neighbourhood has a mix of families and singles, with many residents aged 25-45. It's a very urban area, with a high density of addresses. Learn more about the neighbourhood Geschiedschrijversbuurt.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and Aldi is just around the corner. Dekamarkt is a couple of streets away. For school runs, the Koorschool van het Muziekinstituut van de Kathedraal is a five-minute walk, and the International School Haarlem is also within easy reach. The municipality Haarlem offers a wide range of amenities, with a restaurant and a GP both just around the corner.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Pinedo Makelaardij and also appears on Vastgoed Nederland, so it's available through several channels.
Details of this home
Menno Simonszplein 59, Haarlem
Very good · 2 residents
Nicely and cosily laid out with beautiful streets and parking by a church, a pleasant and cosy neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's super nice and has all amenities very close by.
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About Menno Simonszplein 59, Haarlem
The asking rent of €2,500 is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €2,312 and the median of €2,450. However, the apartment has an A+++ energy label, which means very low energy costs, and it's 84 m², which is in line with the average size in the area. Given the high efficiency and good condition, the price is reasonable for what you get.
The Geschiedschrijversbuurt is described by residents as cosy and accessible, with beautiful streets and all amenities close by. It's a very urban area with a high density of addresses. The population is diverse, with many young adults and families. The neighbourhood scores an 8.69 out of 10 from two reviews.
Albert Heijn is just 36 metres away, literally on your doorstep. Aldi is 64 metres away, and Dekamarkt is 469 metres. For daily groceries, you won't have to walk far.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: the Koorschool van het Muziekinstituut van de Kathedraal at 260 metres, the International School Haarlem at 396 metres, and the Cruquiusschool at 468 metres. For secondary education, ECL (havo, atheneum en gymnasium) is 662 metres away.
The apartment has an A+++ energy label, which is the highest possible rating. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, so you can expect very low heating and electricity bills. It's a major plus for keeping monthly costs down.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride.
In the most recent data, there were 207 total crimes reported in the neighbourhood. This is a moderate number for an urban area. The neighbourhood feels safe according to resident reviews, who mention it as pleasant and cosy.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Geschiedschrijversbuurt