A classic terraced house in Haarlem
This 1910 terraced house on Reitzstraat sits in the Generaalsbuurt, a quiet corner of Haarlem's Transvaalwijk. With its pre-war architecture and a lively mix of residents, the street feels rooted in the city's history. The asking price of €485,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €542,190, a difference of 11 percent. For context, terraced houses in Haarlem typically go for around that figure, so this one stands out on price.
Inside the home
The agent describes this as a two-storey, four-room house with two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 82 m², while the BAG registration records 85 m²; the plot is 75 m² in both. It has a rear garden of 20 m², full ownership, and insulation in the roof, walls, and floor. Heating comes from a combi boiler. The energy label is C, which means moderate energy costs.
Life in the Generaalsbuurt
Residents across the municipality of Haarlem give their area an average score of 7.27, based on 75 reviews. One resident says: "Buurt met veel potentie, maar erg veel afval en weinig groen", a neighbourhood with potential, but lots of litter and little green. Another calls it "very nice and beautiful neighbourhood." The reviews reflect a mix of opinions, with some praising the quiet, child-friendly setting and proximity to the city, while others note social housing and waste issues. The neighbourhood itself has about 2,040 residents, with a high share of single-person households. The Generaalsbuurt neighbourhood is part of this larger picture.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy: Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Vomar and Aldi a couple of streets away. Openbare Basisschool De Cirkel is a five-minute walk, and the nearest GP, Huisartsenpraktijk Schoterpoort, is also close by. The Frans Halsapotheek is a five-minute walk. For public transport, bus stops at Kloosterstraat and Julianapark are just around the corner, with lines 3, 568, 569, and N80, among others. Haarlem train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Haarlem offers all this within easy reach.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. According to public address-level data, the road noise from traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while rail and aircraft noise are below it. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk from rivers is low now and in 2050; heat stress is medium. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including A1 Executive Estate on Funda and Pararius.
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About Reitzstraat 51, Haarlem
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €485,000 is 11 percent below the neighbourhood average asking price of €542,190, which the data describes as keen. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €7,221, while this home is listed at €5,915 per square metre based on the agent's floor area. These figures come from the current listings in the Generaalsbuurt.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, this is a two-storey terraced house with four rooms, two bedrooms, and one bathroom. The living area is listed at 82 m², while the BAG registration records 85 m². The plot is 75 m². There is a rear garden of 20 m². The home has full ownership and is heated by a combi boiler.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This label indicates moderate energy efficiency, so you can expect reasonable but not minimal energy costs. The agent also notes that the home has roof, wall, and floor insulation, which may help with heat retention. The label itself does not tell you about the condition of the building, only its energy performance.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on public data. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, in 1910, and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. It means there is a moderate chance of foundation issues, but no conclusion can be drawn about this particular property.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
Public data shows road traffic noise at 54 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Rail noise is 38 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level measurements from 2022 and 2023, not a measurement inside the home. The actual noise you experience may vary depending on the time of day and the position of the rooms.
Which supermarkets are closest to this home?
Albert Heijn is the nearest supermarket, about 334 metres away, which is just around the corner. Vomar is at 528 metres and Aldi at 597 metres, both a couple of streets away. Dekamarkt is at 783 metres and AH to go at 844 metres. These distances are straight-line measurements from the property.
What schools are near this property?
Openbare Basisschool De Cirkel is the closest primary school, at 268 metres, a five-minute walk. De Schelp, a special secondary school, is at 448 metres. ISK Haarlem, a secondary school, is at 551 metres. Liduinaschool and Willem van Oranjeschool are both at 672 metres. These are all within a ten-minute walk.
How far is the nearest train station?
Haarlem train station is about 874 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. The nearest bus stops are at Kloosterstraat and Julianapark, both around 300 metres from the home, with lines 3, 568, 569, and N80, among others. This makes public transport easily accessible without a car.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents across the municipality of Haarlem give their area an average score of 7.27, based on 75 reviews. One resident notes the neighbourhood has potential but mentions litter and little green space, while another calls it "very nice and beautiful." A third, who has lived there for 30 years, says it has gone downhill. These are municipal-level reviews, not specific to the Generaalsbuurt.
