Garenkokerskwartier, Haarlem
NeighbourhoodThis 1890s townhouse on Roosveldstraat sits in the heart of the Garenkokerskwartier, a neighbourhood where the streets hum with city life. With 85 m² of living space, it is compact compared to the local average, the floor area is 49% smaller than the typical home in the area. Priced at €675,000, it is in line with the market: the average sale price in the neighbourhood is €662,500, and the median is the same. For context, terraced houses in Haarlem vary widely, but this one reflects the premium for a central location.
The Garenkokerskwartier is a dense, urban neighbourhood with 2,060 residents and a very high address density (4,789 addresses per km²). It is a mix of singles (410 one-person households) and families (295 households with children), with a fairly even spread across age groups. The area is almost entirely pre-war housing (100% built before 1945), giving it a historic character. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from the data: a lively, central part of Haarlem where most homes are owner-occupied (74%). The neighbourhood Garenkokerskwartier is well-established and popular.
Your daily routine is well served here. For groceries, the nearest Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a Dekamarkt a couple of streets away. For school runs, IKC De Argonauten is a five-minute walk, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium Haarlem is about 566 m away. The municipality Haarlem offers a wide range of amenities, and the city centre is easily reachable on foot or by bike.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Hamer & Ran Garantiemakelaars and Funda.
Details of this home
Roosveldstraat 61, Haarlem
Data from Garenkokerskwartier
Data from Garenkokerskwartier
47 within 5 km
103 within 5 km
About Roosveldstraat 61, Haarlem
The asking price of €675,000 is close to the neighbourhood average of €662,500 and the median of €662,500. Given that the home is 85 m², smaller than the local average of 168 m², the price per square metre is higher than the neighbourhood average of €5,060. It is a fair reflection of the central location and the historic character of the property.
The home has energy label B, which is good for a house built in 1890. It means the property is reasonably energy-efficient, with lower heating costs compared to older homes with poorer labels. You can expect decent insulation and efficient heating, though exact running costs depend on usage.
The nearest train station is 1.5 km away, which is about a 15,20 minute walk or a short bike ride. This makes commuting to Amsterdam, Schiphol, or other cities straightforward.
The Garenkokerskwartier has 295 households with children, and there are several primary schools within walking distance, such as IKC De Argonauten (251 m) and Openbare Basisschool De Peppelaer (657 m). The area is urban and lively, with a mix of ages and a high proportion of owner-occupied homes.
Yes, there are several supermarkets within a short walk. The nearest Albert Heijn is 380 m away, another Albert Heijn is 446 m, and a Dekamarkt is 610 m. Daily shopping is very convenient.
At the time of writing, there are only 2 homes for sale in the Garenkokerskwartier, which is a very low number. This indicates a tight market with limited supply.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Garenkokerskwartier