Generaal De Wetstraat 71
Nelson Mandelabuurt, Haarlem
AreaA 1910 terraced house on Generaal De Wetstraat
This pre-war terraced house sits on Generaal De Wetstraat in Haarlem's Nelson Mandelabuurt, a street with a settled, lived-in feel. The listing does not state an energy label, so the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €2,250 per month, the rent sits well above the neighbourhood average of €1,559, which puts it on the high side for this part of Haarlem. For context, terraced houses in Haarlem are a common sight across the municipality.
The Nelson Mandelabuurt neighbourhood
The Nelson Mandelabuurt neighbourhood is a compact residential pocket with around 980 residents. It is a mixed area: 48% of households are single-person, while 27% are families with children, so the street sees a blend of young professionals and settled households. The age spread leans towards the 25-45 bracket, which makes up 44% of residents, giving the area a fairly youthful energy. With 54% of the housing stock owner-occupied, it is a neighbourhood where people tend to stay put. There are no resident reviews available for this area, so the picture here comes from the statistics rather than word of mouth.
Life on the street
Daily errands are straightforward from this address. For groceries, the Aldi is just around the corner, with a Vomar a few doors further, and an Albert Heijn a ten-minute walk away. For school runs, the Willem van Oranjeschool is a couple of streets away, while Openbare Basisschool De Cirkel sits. The train station is roughly a ten-minute walk, which makes commuting into the city centre practical. The municipality of Haarlem keeps the surrounding streets well connected for everyday needs.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed through two channels, including ViaDaan. The agent has not published the energy label, so that detail is currently missing from the listing.
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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 Generaal De Wetstraat 71, Haarlem
Why is there no energy label in this listing?
The agent has published the address, price, floor area and year of construction, but the energy label has not been provided. This means the energy efficiency of the home is not known from the listing itself.
Is €2,250 a fair rent for this home?
At €2,250 per month, this terraced house sits well above the neighbourhood average rent of €1,559. With only one rental property currently available in the Nelson Mandelabuurt, the market here is thin, so direct comparisons are limited. The price reflects a premium over the local average, which is worth weighing against the 112 m² floor area and the 1910 build year.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
The Nelson Mandelabuurt is a compact residential area with around 980 residents. It is a mixed community: 48% of households are single-person, while 27% are families with children. The largest age group is 25-45 year olds at 44%, giving the area a youthful feel. With 54% of homes owner-occupied, it is a neighbourhood with a stable, settled character.
How close are the daily amenities?
Daily amenities are within easy reach. The Aldi is 384 metres away, a Vomar is at 393 metres, and an Albert Heijn is 664 metres from the door. For schools, the Willem van Oranjeschool is 384 metres away and Openbare Basisschool De Cirkel is at 594 metres. The train station is 1.1 kilometres away, roughly a ten-minute walk.
What is the housing stock like in this area?
The Nelson Mandelabuurt has 468 homes in total, with 54% owner-occupied and the remainder in the rental sector. The area is a mix of pre-war terraced houses and more modern infill, reflecting the neighbourhood's long history. With a single rental currently available, supply is tight, which partly explains the asking rent.
How far is the train station from this home?
The train station is 1.1 kilometres from the property, which is about a ten-minute walk at a steady pace. This makes the home practical for commuting, with the station connecting to the wider region. The exact walking time depends on your pace, but the distance is manageable on foot.
