A classic Haarlem home
This 1890 terraced house sits on the Hoogstraat in the Burgwal, right in the heart of Haarlem's old town. It is a quiet street, yet you are in the centre, with the Grote Markt and the canals just a stroll away. The asking price of €445,000 is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €628,678. For context, terraced houses in Haarlem are listed at an average of €7,405 per m², while this home is priced at €6,096 per m² according to the agent's listing.
Inside the home
The agent describes this as an upper maisonette (bovenwoning) with three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom spread over three floors. The living area is 75 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 73 m². The home has roof insulation and double glazing, and is heated by a central heating boiler. It is offered in full ownership (volle eigendom), with a monthly homeowners' association contribution of €128.94. The energy label is C.
The Burgwal neighbourhood
The Burgwal neighbourhood is one of the oldest parts of Haarlem, and residents clearly appreciate it. One resident who has lived here since 1992 says: "Beautiful neighbourhood, still think it's a beautiful neighbourhood, but social contacts are decreasing." Another, with 33 years on the street, adds: "I still walk around proudly at how beautiful the neighbourhood is, but connections and social contacts have deteriorated in the last few years." Based on five reviews, the neighbourhood scores an average of 7.67. The area is home to about 2,335 people, and 58% of households are single-person.
Amenities and transport
Daily life is well covered here. The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, and the Dekamarkt and Albert Heijn are a couple of streets away. The Veronica Jenaplanschool is on your doorstep, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is a five-minute walk. The GP practice te Slaa is just around the corner, and the pharmacy is a couple of streets away. Bus stop Turfmarkt, with lines 2, 3, 73, 568, 569 and N80, is just around the corner, and Haarlem train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Haarlem offers all this within easy reach.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €446,000, and the asking price is virtually equal to that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 66%, from €268,000 to €446,000. As for the address, the noise load from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise stay below it. The foundation risk indication is elevated, and the climate data show a low risk of pluvial flooding and a medium heat stress indication for the current situation. 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 DMC Overveen on Funda.
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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 Hoogstraat 2RD, Haarlem
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €445,000 is 29% below the average asking price in the Burgwal, which is €628,678. The price per m² is €6,096, while the neighbourhood average is €7,405 per m². The price verdict is therefore 'keen' compared with the neighbourhood market.
What is the layout of this home?
According to the agent, this is an upper maisonette with three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is 75 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 73 m². The home has roof insulation and double glazing, and is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €446,000. The asking price of €445,000 is virtually equal to that value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 66%, from €268,000 in 2020 to €446,000 in 2025.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated. This is based on area-level data: the home was built before 1970 (in 1890), and 100% of the properties in this postcode area date from before 1970. In the neighbourhood, 6% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an indication at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are nearby?
The Jumbo supermarket is about 466 metres away, and the Dekamarkt and Albert Heijn are within 600 metres. The Veronica Jenaplanschool is 151 metres away, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is 504 metres away. The GP practice te Slaa is 208 metres away, and the pharmacy is 254 metres away. Bus stop Turfmarkt, with lines 2, 3, 73, 568, 569 and N80, is 191 metres away.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Residents of the Burgwal give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.67, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Beautiful neighbourhood, still think it's a beautiful neighbourhood, but social contacts are decreasing." Another notes: "Lovely neighbourhood to live in, old part of the city. Cleaning and greenery leave something to be desired." The neighbourhood has about 2,335 inhabitants, and 58% of households are single-person.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has energy label C. This means the energy costs are moderate compared with the least efficient label, but it is not an efficient label either. The agent states that the home has roof insulation and double glazing, which can help keep energy costs down, but the label itself is a general indication.
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, the monthly homeowners' association contribution is €128.94. This is stated in the listing. The home is offered in full ownership (volle eigendom), so there is no ground lease to consider.
