Oude Amsterdamsebuurt, Haarlem
NeighbourhoodThis studio on Romolenstraat brings you right into the heart of Haarlem's lively Amsterdamsebuurt. With 43 m² of living space, it's compact but efficient, a typical pre-war layout from 1936. The energy label is D, so heating costs are something to keep an eye on. At €370,000, the asking price is 21% below the neighbourhood average of €468,500, which makes it a keen entry point into this popular area. For context, studios in Haarlem tend to be smaller and more affordable than family homes.
The neighbourhood Oude Amsterdamsebuurt is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a very strong city feel (over 5,000 addresses per km²). It's home to a mix of ages, with many singles and couples, average household size is just 1.8. Around 40% of homes are owner-occupied, and the area has a lively, young vibe. No resident reviews are available for this street, but the neighbourhood is known for its proximity to Haarlem's centre and its bustling streets.
Your daily bread run is just around the corner: a Dekamarkt is a couple of streets away, and there's a Vomar and Jumbo within a ten-minute walk. For school runs, the Veronica Jenaplanschool is just around the corner, and the Franciscus Xaveriusschool is a five-minute walk. Secondary education is about a ten-minute walk away at the Eerste Christelijk Lyceum. The municipality Haarlem offers all the amenities you'd expect from a city this size.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Cirkel Makelaars, Pararius and Funda.
Details of this home
Romolenstraat 8ZW, Haarlem
Data from Oude Amsterdamsebuurt
Data from Oude Amsterdamsebuurt
48 within 5 km
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About Romolenstraat 8ZW, Haarlem
The asking price of €370,000 is 21% below the average asking price in the Oude Amsterdamsebuurt (€468,500). However, the studio is also 48% smaller than the average home in the area (83 m²). Given the compact size and energy label D, the price seems in line with what you'd expect for a small studio in this central neighbourhood.
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, not very efficient, but not the worst either. In the neighbourhood, about 26% of homes have a label D or lower, while 33% have label A. You can expect moderate energy costs, but it's worth checking the exact consumption figures with the seller.
The nearest train station is 1.8 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride. Haarlem's central station connects to Amsterdam, Leiden and other cities.
The Oude Amsterdamsebuurt is a very urban area with a high density of addresses. It's popular among young professionals and couples, with many singles. The area has a mix of pre-war and newer buildings, and there are plenty of shops, restaurants and parks within walking distance.
Yes, a Dekamarkt is just around the corner (361 m), and a Vomar and Jumbo are within a ten-minute walk. For daily groceries, you won't have to go far.
There are several primary schools within walking distance, including the Veronica Jenaplanschool (251 m) and the Franciscus Xaveriusschool (371 m). For secondary education, the Eerste Christelijk Lyceum is about 791 m away.
Currently, there are 28 homes for sale in the Oude Amsterdamsebuurt, with an average asking price of €468,500. Studios are less common than larger apartments, so this is a relatively specific type of property.
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