Burgwal, Haarlem
NeighbourhoodThis is a home with presence. A 240 m² terraced house from 1890, right in the historic heart of Haarlem. The asking price of €1,160,000 is 70% above the neighbourhood average of €684,332, but you are getting a floor area that is 140% larger than the typical Burgwal home. For a house of this size and character in the Oude Stad, the price is in line with what you would expect. See more terraced houses in Haarlem.
Burgwal is the oldest part of Haarlem, with narrow streets and centuries-old buildings. One resident who has lived here since 1992 says: "I still think it's a beautiful neighbourhood, but social contacts are decreasing." Another, a 33-year resident, notes: "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 three reviews, the neighbourhood scores a 7.67 out of 10. It is densely populated, with many single-person households and a mix of ages. The neighbourhood Burgwal is very urban, with an address density of 5,664 per km².
Your daily routine is well served here. For bread and groceries, Dekamarkt is just around the corner, Vomar is a couple of streets away, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. The Veronica Jenaplanschool is on your doorstep, and the Franciscus Xaveriusschool is a short walk. For secondary education, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is a ten-minute walk. The municipality Haarlem offers a rich cultural life, with a restaurant just around the corner and a park a couple of streets away.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via DMC Overveen and also appears on Funda. The asking price reflects the exceptional size and location of this historic townhouse.
Details of this home
Burgwal 96, Haarlem
Good · 5 residents
Have lived here since 1992, still think it's a beautiful neighbourhood, but social contacts are decreasing.
Auto-translated to English by AILovely neighbourhood to live in, old part of the city. Cleaning and greenery leave something to be desired.
Auto-translated to English by AII'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.
Auto-translated to English by AIHave lived here for 32 years, nice neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIHave lived here for 32 years. Pleasant neighbourhood in itself. Could do with a bit more attention now and then, e.g. emptying containers.
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Data from Burgwal
48 within 5 km
102 within 5 km
About Burgwal 96, Haarlem
The asking price is 70% above the average asking price in Burgwal (€684,332), but this home is also 140% larger than the average (240 m² vs 100 m²). For a spacious terraced house in the historic centre, the price is in line with what you would expect given the size and location.
The energy label is E. In Burgwal, 22% of homes have label D or lower, so this is not unusual for a house built in 1890. You can expect higher heating costs compared to a more modern home, but the exact amount depends on usage and insulation improvements.
Residents rate it 7.67 out of 10. They praise its beauty and historic character, but note that social contacts have decreased over the years. It is a very urban area with many singles and a mix of ages. The neighbourhood has a high density of addresses and is lively.
The Veronica Jenaplanschool is just around the corner (76 m), and the Franciscus Xaveriusschool is a five-minute walk (552 m). For secondary education, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is a ten-minute walk (726 m). There are many other schools within 5 km.
The distance to the nearest train station is 1.5 km, which is about a 15-20 minute walk or a short cycle ride.
Dekamarkt is just around the corner (493 m), Vomar is a couple of streets away (548 m), and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk (695 m). Jumbo is also within walking distance (660 m).
The plot size is 68 m², but the listing does not specify whether this includes a garden. You would need to check the property details for outdoor space.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Burgwal
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