Rijksstraatweg 479
Rivierenbuurt, Haarlem
A classic terraced house in Haarlem
This 1935 terraced house sits in the Rivierenbuurt, a residential area in Haarlem where the streets are lined with similar pre-war homes. With an asking price of €875,000, the home is priced in line with the market. For context, the price per square metre comes to €5,757 based on the agent's floor area. If you are weighing up your options, it is worth comparing with other terraced houses in Haarlem to see how this one fits.
The home itself
According to the agent, this is a six-room house with five bedrooms and one bathroom spread over three floors, with a volume of 567 cubic metres. The living area is listed as 152 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 191 square metres. The plot measures 268 square metres. There is a front and rear garden, plus an attached brick garage. The agent notes the home has full ownership, a central heating boiler, and insulation including roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, described as fully insulated.
Life in the Rivierenbuurt
This is a compact neighbourhood of around 1,470 residents, where most homes are owner-occupied family houses. 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 describes it as a "Nice neighbourhood." A third, who has lived there for almost 30 years, feels standards have slipped in recent years, mentioning litter and a less pleasant atmosphere. With three reviews, the picture is mixed. The neighbourhood itself is part of the Rivierenbuurt neighbourhood, a quiet pocket within the city.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easily done on foot. A PLUS supermarket is on your doorstep, with an Albert Heijn just around the corner and a Dekamarkt a couple of streets away. For school runs, Rooms katholiek Basisschool St Bavo and Schoterbos are both a couple of streets away. The GP practice Huisartspraktijk Windhorst and Apotheek Het Catharinahuis are both a five-minute walk. The nearest bus stop, Haarlem, Winkelcentrum Marsmanplein, is on your doorstep with lines 3, 14, 73, 568, 569 and N80. Santpoort Zuid station is a ten-minute walk. All of this sits within the municipality of Haarlem.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €876,000, and the asking price is virtually equal to that valuation. Between 2020 and 2025 the WOZ value rose by 63%, from €537,000 to €876,000. As for the address, road traffic noise is measured at 67 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while rail and air traffic noise stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the soil type is sand. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is medium, flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing the home is offered via multiple channels, including JRS Makelaars Heemstede.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About Rijksstraatweg 479, Haarlem
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price is €875,000, while the WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €876,000. The asking price is virtually equal to the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025 the WOZ value rose by 63%, from €537,000 to €876,000. The WOZ is the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What is the layout of this house?
According to the agent, this is a six-room house with five bedrooms and one bathroom across three floors. The living area is listed as 152 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 191 square metres. The plot measures 268 square metres. There is a front and rear garden and an attached brick garage.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The home has energy label D. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs compared to the most efficient homes. The agent notes the home has roof insulation, double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, described as fully insulated, plus a central heating boiler. The label itself does not say anything about the condition of the construction.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Road traffic noise at this address is measured at 67 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Rail traffic noise is 26 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 42 dB Lden, both below their standards. These are area-level indications from public data, not a measurement inside the home itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. The home was built in 1935, before 1970, and the soil type is sand. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific property. It does not say anything about the actual condition of the foundation of this house.
What are the flood and heat risks at this address?
For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium. Flood risk is low both now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a detailed assessment of this specific home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
A PLUS supermarket is on your doorstep at about 158 metres. An Albert Heijn is just around the corner at 225 metres, and a Dekamarkt is a couple of streets away at 248 metres. There are 34 supermarkets within five kilometres, so you have plenty of choice for daily groceries.
Which schools are close to this home?
Rooms katholiek Basisschool St Bavo is a couple of streets away at 290 metres, and Schoterbos, a special primary school, is at 291 metres. Openbare Basisschool De Dolfijn is at 362 metres. There are 68 schools within five kilometres, covering primary and secondary education.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Haarlem, Winkelcentrum Marsmanplein, on your doorstep at 104 metres, with lines 3, 14, 73, 568, 569 and N80. Santpoort Zuid train station is at 1,307 metres, about a ten-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartspraktijk Windhorst and Apotheek Het Catharinahuis are both around 350 metres away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
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 describes it as a "Nice neighbourhood." A third, who has lived there for almost 30 years, feels standards have slipped in recent years, mentioning litter and a less pleasant atmosphere. These reviews cover the wider municipality, not just this neighbourhood.
How many people live in the Rivierenbuurt?
The Rivierenbuurt has around 1,470 residents. The average household size is 2.2 people. About 38% of households are single-person households, 37% are households with children, and 26% are households without children. The housing stock consists of 662 homes, of which 76% are single-family homes and 70% are owner-occupied.





