A compact studio in the heart of Haarlem
This studio on Spaarnwouderstraat 88B sits in the Burgwal, the old heart of Haarlem, where the streets are narrow and the atmosphere is anything but quiet. Built in 1935, the home has an energy label A, which is an efficient label, so expect relatively modest energy costs. The asking price is €325,000, and the price per square metre works out at €9,559 based on the agent's floor area. The home is 63% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 91 m², and the asking price is 50% below the neighbourhood average of €649,489. For context, [studios in Haarlem]( /koopwoningen/haarlem/studios/ ) vary widely in price, but this one sits at the lower end.
The home itself
According to the agent, this is a two-room home with one bedroom and one bathroom spread over two floors, with a volume of 122 cubic metres. The living area is listed as 34 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 35 m². The home is in full ownership, so there is no leasehold to worry about, and it comes with a central heating boiler. The agent describes the setting as in the centre, which fits the location on a busy street in the old town.
Life in Burgwal
Burgwal is a small, old neighbourhood where residents have deep roots. One resident who has lived here since 1992 says: "Have lived here since 1992, still think it's a beautiful neighbourhood, but social contacts are decreasing." Another, with 33 years here, adds: "I've lived here for 33 years and I still walk around proudly at how beautiful the neighbourhood is, but connections and social contacts have deteriorated in the last few years, partly due to the 'inbreeding' and greater differences between rich and poor." Based on five reviews, the average score is 7.67. The neighbourhood has 2,335 residents, and 58% of households are single-person, which fits the compact housing stock. For more on [the Burgwal neighbourhood]( /buurt/burgwal-haarlem/ ), the picture is of a close-knit but changing community.
Amenities and transport
The daily routine here is easy. The Dekamarkt is on your doorstep for groceries, with Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk away. For primary education, the Veronica Jenaplanschool is just around the corner, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is a ten-minute walk for secondary school. The GP, Huisartsenpraktijk te Slaa, is just around the corner, and the Teyler Apotheek is a couple of streets away. For public transport, bus line 15 stops at Haarlem, Papentorenvest, a couple of streets away, and Haarlem train station is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within [the municipality of Haarlem]( /gemeente/haarlem/ ), where the centre is compact and walkable.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €345,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 6% below this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen from €140,000 in 2021 to €345,000 in 2025. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The road traffic noise is 54 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail and air traffic noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, as the building dates from before 1970, and in this postcode area 100% of properties were built before 1970. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as elevated, while flood risk is low, and heat stress is medium.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including LAM makelaars and LAM makelaars on Funda.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Spaarnwouderstraat 88B, Haarlem
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €325,000 is 6% below the WOZ value of €345,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased from €140,000 in 2021 to €345,000 in 2025. This comparison is precomputed and does not imply any judgement on whether the price is fair.
What is the layout of this studio?
According to the agent, this is a two-room home with one bedroom and one bathroom spread over two floors. The volume is 122 cubic metres. The living area is listed as 34 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 35 m². The home is in full ownership, so there is no leasehold. It comes with a central heating boiler, and the energy label is A, which is an efficient label.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. However, the label does not say anything about the structural condition of the building. The home was built in 1935, but the label is a separate fact from the construction year.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, based on area-level data from the Klimaateffectatlas and KCAF. This is because the building dates from before 1970, and in this postcode area 100% of properties were built before 1970. In the neighbourhood, 6% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels around this home?
The road traffic noise at this address is 54 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Rail traffic noise is 44 dB Lden, which is below the standard, and air traffic noise is 41 dB Lden, also below the standard. These are area-level indications from the Atlas Leefomgeving, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Dekamarkt, just 190 metres away, so on your doorstep. Albert Heijn is 719 metres away, a ten-minute walk, and Jumbo is 828 metres away. There are also other options within a short distance, including another Dekamarkt and a Vomar, all within about 875 metres. This makes daily grocery shopping convenient.
Which schools are close to this home?
For primary education, the Veronica Jenaplanschool is 355 metres away, just around the corner, and the Franciscus Xaveriusschool is 388 metres away. The Openbare Basisschool De Kring is 573 metres away. For secondary education, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is 795 metres away, a ten-minute walk. These are the nearest options within the area.
How is the public transport from this location?
The nearest bus stop is Haarlem, Papentorenvest, 347 metres away, served by bus line 15. Another stop, Haarlem, Gedempte Oostersingelgr., is 359 metres away with line 244, and Haarlem, Nagtzaamplein is 417 metres away with line 2. Haarlem train station is 978 metres away, about a ten-minute walk. No travel times or destinations are specified.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of Burgwal give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.67, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Have lived here since 1992, still think it's a beautiful neighbourhood, but social contacts are decreasing." Another notes: "Lovely neighbourhood to live in, old part of the city. Cleaning and greenery leave something to be desired." The reviews reflect a beautiful but changing area.
How does the price per square metre compare to the neighbourhood?
The asking price per square metre is €9,559, based on the agent's floor area of 34 m². The neighbourhood average asking price per square metre is €7,516, but the average home in the neighbourhood is 91 m², which is 63% larger than this studio. The price per square metre is higher because the home is much smaller, but the total asking price is 50% below the neighbourhood average of €649,489.
