Da Costastraat 59
Potgieterbuurt, Haarlem
AreaA pre-war terraced house in Haarlem
On Da Costastraat 59, in the Potgieterbuurt, stands a terraced house from 1912. The home is part of a neighbourhood with a lively mix of ages, where many households have children. With a last known asking price of €700,000, the price was 29% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which sat at €544,667. For context, [terraced houses in Haarlem] vary widely in price, and this home sat at the higher end of the local market. This home has not been online since 19 September 2026.
The home itself
The listing did not provide details on the layout, number of rooms, or outdoor space. What is known is that the home was built in 1912 and has an energy label C. The living area is 138 m² according to the BAG registration, which is 41% larger than the neighbourhood average of 98 m². The plot measures 129 m². At €5,072 per m², the price per square metre was based on the BAG living area.
Life in the Potgieterbuurt
Residents across the municipality of Haarlem give their living environment an average score of 7.29, based on 73 reviews. One resident says: "very nice and beautiful neighbourhood." Another resident, who has lived there for almost 30 years, notes a decline: "It used to be pleasant: clean, good contact with neighbours, etc. But due to the steady influx of Muslims, the neighbourhood is going downhill." The neighbourhood itself has around 1,880 inhabitants, with a mix of single-person households and families. [The Potgieterbuurt neighbourhood] is part of the Amsterdamsewijk district.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easily done on foot. A large supermarket is just around the corner, and the nearest primary school, the Martin Luther Kingschool, is a couple of streets away. The GP practice Leonard Springer Huisartsen is a five-minute walk, and the Teyler Apotheek is even closer. For public transport, the bus stop Haarlem, Teding van Berkhoutstraat is on your doorstep, with lines 2, 567 and 569. Haarlem Spaarnwoude train station is a ten-minute walk. [The municipality of Haarlem] offers a range of amenities within easy reach.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. The address-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is 43 dB Lden, railway noise 39 dB Lden, and aircraft noise 42 dB Lden, all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on the 1912 construction on peat soil, with a possible wooden pile or shallow foundation. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium, both currently and in 2050.
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When this home was still on the market, it was offered only via NIEUW! Makelaardij.
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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 Da Costastraat 59, Haarlem
How did the asking price compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €700,000 was 29% above the average asking price in the Potgieterbuurt, which was €544,667. The median asking price in the neighbourhood was €599,000, and prices range from €349,000 to €750,000. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood was €5,690, while this home was listed at €5,072 per m² based on the BAG living area.
What is known about the layout of this home?
The listing did not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms, nor did it mention any garden, balcony, or garage. The living area is 138 m² according to the BAG registration, and the plot measures 129 m². The home was built in 1912 and has an energy label C.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
No WOZ value is stated for this property. Without this figure, there was no comparison to make between the WOZ value and the asking price.
What are the risk indications for this address?
The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on the 1912 construction on peat soil, with a possible wooden pile or shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium, both currently and in 2050.
What amenities are within walking distance?
A large supermarket is just around the corner, and the nearest primary school, the Martin Luther Kingschool, is a couple of streets away. The GP practice Leonard Springer Huisartsen is a five-minute walk, and the Teyler Apotheek is even closer. The nearest bus stop, Haarlem, Teding van Berkhoutstraat, is on your doorstep with lines 2, 567 and 569.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents across the municipality of Haarlem give their living environment an average score of 7.29, based on 73 reviews. One resident says: "very nice and beautiful neighbourhood." Another resident, who has lived there for almost 30 years, describes a decline, mentioning litter and a lack of connection among new residents. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not specifically the Potgieterbuurt.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is Haarlem Spaarnwoude, which is approximately 1.2 km away, or about a ten-minute walk. The nearest bus stop, Haarlem, Teding van Berkhoutstraat, is just 76 metres from the home, with bus lines 2, 567 and 569 stopping there.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has an energy label C. The label does not say anything about the structural condition of the home, only its energy efficiency rating.
How many homes were at the time for sale in the neighbourhood?
There were at the time 9 homes for sale in the Potgieterbuurt. The average asking price was €544,667, with a median of €599,000. The average living area of homes for sale in the neighbourhood was 98 m², while this home had a living area of 138 m² according to the BAG registration.
Why were there no property details in this listing?
The listing did not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms, nor did it mention any garden, balcony, or garage. The living area and plot size were known from the BAG registration, but the agent had not provided further details about the layout or features of the home.
