Bakenes, Haarlem
NeighbourhoodThis 1884 terraced house sits in the heart of Haarlem's old centre, on a street that feels both lively and intimate. With 63 m² of living space and a small courtyard, it's a compact home full of character. The asking price of €500,000 is exactly the neighbourhood median, which is remarkable given that the average asking price in Bakenes is €803,520, so this one is keenly priced for what it is. For context, terraced houses in Haarlem vary widely, but this one stands out for its affordability.
Bakenes is the historic heart of Haarlem, with narrow streets, canals and a dense urban fabric. It's a very strong urban area (5,666 addresses per km²), yet it feels cosy rather than overwhelming. Most homes here were built before 1945 (91.4%), and the neighbourhood has a mix of singles (775 one-person households) and families with children (190). There are no resident reviews available for this street, but the area is known for its lively squares and proximity to the Grote Markt. The neighbourhood Bakenes is one of Haarlem's most sought-after locations.
Your morning bread run is just around the corner: Albert Heijn is 156 m away, and Dekamarkt is 330 m. For schools, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is a couple of streets away, and Openbare Basisschool De Kring is a five-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk, making commutes to Amsterdam or Schiphol straightforward. The municipality Haarlem offers all the amenities you'd expect from a city of this size.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via PUUR* Makelaars Haarlem.
Details of this home
Lange Wijngaardstraat 33, Haarlem
Data from Bakenes
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48 within 5 km
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About Lange Wijngaardstraat 33, Haarlem
Yes, it's very competitive. The median asking price in Bakenes is exactly €500,000, but the average is much higher at €803,520. Your price is 38% below that average, and given the compact size (63 m²), it's in line with what you'd expect for a small terraced house in the centre.
Energy label F means the home is not very energy-efficient. In Bakenes, most homes for sale have better labels (only 24.1% are D or lower). You can expect higher heating costs, especially in winter. It's worth factoring in potential improvements, but the listing doesn't specify any recent upgrades.
At 63 m², this house is 48% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 121 m². That's typical for a historic centre property, many are compact. The plot is also small at 28 m², so outdoor space is limited to a courtyard.
Bakenes has 190 households with children, so families do live here. There are several primary schools within walking distance, like De Kring (539 m) and Veronica Jenaplanschool (576 m). The area is very urban but has parks nearby (0.7 km).
Haarlem station is 0.8 km away, about a ten-minute walk. That gives direct connections to Amsterdam, Leiden and beyond. The listing doesn't mention bus stops, but the centre is very walkable.
Yes, several. Albert Heijn is just 156 m away, Dekamarkt at 330 m, and Jumbo at 401 m. For daily shopping, you're well covered within a few minutes' walk.
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