A classic terraced house in Haarlem
Tucked away on a quiet road in the Geschiedschrijversbuurt, this 1920s terraced house offers a calm base in Haarlem. The home sits in a residential area, with the Houtvaartkwartier district nearby. With a price of €795,000, the asking price is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average. For context, [terraced houses in Haarlem] currently average around €615,833.
Inside the home
This terraced house spans two floors and includes five rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 109 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 110 m². The plot measures 121 m². The home has a west-facing rear garden, accessible via the back alley, and is offered with full ownership. According to the agent, the insulation includes roof insulation, double glazing and floor insulation, and the home is heated by a central heating boiler.
The Geschiedschrijversbuurt neighbourhood
Residents of the Houtvaartkwartier district, which includes this neighbourhood, give their area an average score of 8.35 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Lived here for 24 years and will never leave, very relaxed and quiet neighbourhood, everything is close by in terms of supermarket and also the centre." Another adds: "Great neighbourhood, has a little forest with a playground and its own inner garden plus garage." The district is home to about 2,535 people, with a mix of ages and household types. For more on the area, see [the Geschiedschrijversbuurt neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Aldi is just around the corner, and the Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. The International School Haarlem is on your doorstep, and the ECL secondary school is a short walk. The nearest GP, Huisartspraktijk Stronkhorst, is just around the corner, with Apotheek Klinkhamer nearby. Bus stops at Emmaplein and Schouwtjesbrug, served by lines 80 and 680, are within a couple of streets. The nearest train station, Heemstede-Aerdenhout, is about a ten-minute walk. For more on the wider area, see [the municipality of Haarlem].
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €647,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 23% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 54%, from €419,000 to €647,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The foundation risk indication is medium, with 87% of properties in this postcode area built before 1970. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, while current flood risk is low. Noise from road traffic is 47 dB Lden, which is not above the noise standard.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Maarten van Vliet Makelaar.
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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.
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About Ampzingstraat 20, Haarlem
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €795,000 is 29% above the average asking price of €615,833 for homes currently for sale in this neighbourhood. It is also the most expensive of the six homes currently listed here. The price per square metre is €7,294, which is 9% above the neighbourhood average per square metre. The price verdict is that the asking price is on the high side.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, this terraced house has five rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is listed as 109 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 110 m². The plot is 121 m². The home has a west-facing rear garden, accessible via the back alley, and is offered with full ownership.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €647,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. This is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The asking price is 23% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 54%, from €419,000 in 2020 to €647,000 in 2025.
What is the foundation risk indication for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data from sources like the KCAF and Klimaateffectatlas. In this postcode area, 87% of properties were built before 1970, and 4% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The Aldi is about 460 metres away, and the Albert Heijn is about 481 metres away. The International School Haarlem is just 142 metres from the home, and the ECL secondary school is 223 metres away. The nearest GP, Huisartspraktijk Stronkhorst, is 200 metres away, and the pharmacy Apotheek Klinkhamer is 295 metres away. Bus stops at Emmaplein and Schouwtjesbrug, served by lines 80 and 680, are within about 200 metres.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the Houtvaartkwartier district, which includes this neighbourhood, give their area an average score of 8.35 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Lived here for 24 years and will never leave, very relaxed and quiet neighbourhood, everything is close by in terms of supermarket and also the centre." Another resident mentions a little forest with a playground and an inner garden.
What is the energy label of this home?
The energy label of this home is D. This label indicates the energy performance of the home, and with label D, you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent also states that the home has roof insulation, double glazing and floor insulation, which are separate facts from the label.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is Heemstede-Aerdenhout, which is about 1.8 kilometres from the home. This is roughly a ten-minute walk. The station provides rail connections from the area, though specific destinations and frequencies are not stated here.
