Binnenstad, Harlingen
NeighbourhoodThis two-under-one-roof house on Nieuwstraat 60 is a piece of Harlingen's history, built in 1885 and now with an A energy label, a rare combination. With 103 m² of living space and a compact 60 m² plot, it's a cosy home in the heart of the Binnenstad. The asking price of €269,500 is 49% below the neighbourhood average of €530,329, making it a keen entry point into this historic area. For context, semi-detached houses in Harlingen typically command higher prices.
The Binnenstad is Harlingen's old centre, with narrow streets and a mix of historic buildings. One resident describes it as 'Cosy, accessible, 5 min from centre', adding that shops and the beach are nearby. The neighbourhood has 3,420 residents, many of them over 45, and a high proportion of single-person households. It's a moderately urban area (1,273 addresses per km²), so you'll find a lively street scene without the hustle of a big city. The neighbourhood Binnenstad is known for its compact layout and easy access to amenities.
For your morning bread, Jumbo is just around the corner, with Aldi and Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. Primary schools are also close: Openbare basisschool 't Wad is a five-minute walk, and basisschool Sint Michael is just beyond that. For secondary education, the Maritieme Academie Harlingen and Simon Vestdijk regionale scholengemeenschap are both within a ten-minute walk. The municipality Harlingen offers a compact urban environment where most daily needs are within easy reach.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including van der Wal Makelaars. The asking price reflects the current market conditions.
Details of this home
Nieuwstraat 60, Harlingen
Very good · 1 resident
5 min. walk from the centre. Shops nearby. Beach nearby.
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About Nieuwstraat 60, Harlingen
The asking price of €269,500 is 49% below the neighbourhood average of €530,329, but the house is also 39% smaller than the average home in the Binnenstad (103 m² vs 168 m²). Given its historic character and A energy label, the price is keen compared to other two-under-one-roof homes in Harlingen.
The Binnenstad is Harlingen's historic centre, with a mix of old buildings and a moderate urban feel. One resident calls it 'Cosy, accessible, 5 min from centre', with shops and the beach nearby. The area has many older residents and single-person households, and a low crime rate of 152 incidents per year.
The train station is 0.6 km away, about a ten-minute walk from the house.
Jumbo is 426 m away, just around the corner. Aldi (587 m) and Albert Heijn (709 m) are a couple of streets away, so daily shopping is very convenient.
Yes, primary schools Openbare basisschool 't Wad (390 m) and basisschool Sint Michael (409 m) are within a five-minute walk. For secondary education, Maritieme Academie Harlingen (530 m) and Simon Vestdijk regionale scholengemeenschap (612 m) are also close.
The house has an energy label A, which is very efficient. This means low energy costs compared to older homes in the area, where 52% have a label D or lower.
Built in 1885, the house has historic charm but has been updated to an A energy label, so it combines character with modern efficiency. The exact condition of the interior is not detailed in the listing.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Binnenstad
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