A historic terraced house in the heart of Haarlem
This 1880 terraced house on Begijnhof sits in the middle of Haarlem's old town, where the streets are lined with centuries of history and the Grote Markt is a short stroll away. With its classic facade and central setting, it is a home with real character. The asking price is €885,000. For a sense of what this price buys you, it helps to look at other [terraced houses in Haarlem]( /koopwoningen/haarlem/tussenwoningen/ ) on the market.
Inside the home
The agent describes a four-room layout spread over three floors, with two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 128 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 138 m². The plot measures 64 m² according to both sources. There is a rear garden of 14 m² facing east, and the home is in full ownership. According to the agent, the roof is insulated and there is partial double glazing, and heating runs on a combi boiler. The energy label is C.
Life in Bakenes
Bakenes is one of Haarlem's oldest quarters, a compact area of narrow streets and canals just north of the Grote Markt. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 8.1 out of 10, based on eleven reviews. One resident, who has lived there since 1992, still finds it a beautiful neighbourhood, though they note that social contacts are decreasing. Another resident praises the cosy atmosphere, the greenery and the street lighting, and says it is great to live there. A third resident calls it a lovely neighbourhood but feels the cleaning and greenery could be better. The district is home to about 2,085 people, and most households are single-person. For more on the area, see [the Bakenes neighbourhood]( /buurt/bakenes-haarlem/ ).
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is easy on foot. Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Dekamarkt and Jumbo a couple of streets away. Openbare Basisschool De Kring is a five-minute walk, and Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is also within walking distance. The GP practice te Slaa is just around the corner, and Apotheek Centraal Haarlem is a five-minute walk. Bus line 15 stops at Koudenhorn on your doorstep, and Haarlem station is a ten-minute walk. For a wider view of the area, [the municipality of Haarlem]( /gemeente/haarlem/ ) has plenty to offer.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for 2025 is €844,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 5% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 40%, from €601,000 to €844,000. As for the address itself, the noise levels from road, rail and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication for this area is medium, which is an area-level indication based on the pre-1970 construction of most buildings here. The climate data shows an elevated risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, while the current flood risk is low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
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At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Online 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 Begijnhof 31, Haarlem
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €885,000 is 5% above the WOZ value of €844,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The asking price is what the seller is asking for this home.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home has four rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is listed as 128 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 138 m². There is a rear garden of 14 m² facing east, and the property is in full ownership.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This means the home is not among the most efficient, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent also notes that the roof is insulated and there is partial double glazing, which may help with keeping the home warm.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this area is medium. This is an area-level indication based on the fact that the home was built in 1880 and that 89% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. It is not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood and climate risks for this property?
The climate data shows an elevated risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain, while the current flood risk is low. The heat stress risk is currently medium, but is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an assessment of this particular home.
What amenities are within walking distance?
Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Dekamarkt and Jumbo a couple of streets away. The GP practice te Slaa is nearby, as is Apotheek Centraal Haarlem. Openbare Basisschool De Kring and Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem are both within a short walk.
How is the public transport in this area?
Bus line 15 stops at Koudenhorn, which is on your doorstep, and also at Papentorenvest. Haarlem station is about 600 metres away, a ten-minute walk, with trains to various destinations.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 8.1 out of 10, based on eleven reviews. One resident, who has lived there since 1992, still finds it beautiful, though they note social contacts are decreasing. Another resident praises the cosy atmosphere and greenery, while a third mentions that cleaning and greenery could be better.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 40%, from €601,000 to €844,000. This reflects the general upward trend in property values in the area over that period.
