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Estate agent in Houtvaartkwartier

8.870 inhabitants · 3.940 dwellings · Avg. property value € 547.000

8.870Inhabitants
3.940Dwellings
€ 547.000Avg. property value
3.950Households
7.499/km²Density
122 haArea

About

is a neighbourhood in Haarlem, part of Houtvaartkwartier. Predominantly older housing with the occasional newer addition. Density is distinctly urban: streets densely built, homes close together.

The neighbourhood has 8.870 inhabitants and 3.940 dwellings. Roughly 64% are owner-occupied and 36% rental, with 14% social housing. Average WOZ value is € 547.000 (CBS 2024).

The area counts 1 national monuments and 9 municipal monuments. The area lies within Haarlem's nationally-protected cityscape. Buy-to-let restrictions apply to part of the housing stock. Owner-occupiers get priority.

The nearest primary school sits at about 600 m, a large supermarket at 600 m. The station is 1.9 km away. Easy by bike. Motorway access is close by.

Houtvaartkwartier on the map

Houtvaartkwartier neighbourhoods

Geschiedschrijversbuurt
2.530 inwoners · 1.310 woningen · WOZ € 491.000
Natuurkundigenbuurt-oost
1.835 inwoners · 803 woningen · WOZ € 535.000
Natuurkundigenbuurt-west
1.315 inwoners · 600 woningen · WOZ € 498.000
Van Galenbuurt
640 inwoners · 274 woningen · WOZ € 740.000
Zeeheldenbuurt
2.555 inwoners · 953 woningen · WOZ € 610.000

Demographics

Men
4.310
Women
4.565
Avg. household size
2.2
0–15 years
20%
15–25 years
10%
25–45 years
29%
45–65 years
26%
65+ years
15%
Single-person
35%
With children
39%
Without children
26%

Housing

Single-family home
71%
Multi-family home
29%
Detached
0%
Semi-detached
1%
Corner house
14%
Terraced
56%
Owner-occupied
64%
Rented (total)
36%
Social housing
14%
Private rental
22%
Built last 10 years
15%
Built > 10 years ago
85%

Distance to amenities

Primary school
600 m
Secondary school
800 m
Daycare
400 m
GP
600 m
Pharmacy
900 m
Hospital
3.6 km
Supermarket
600 m
Everyday shops
400 m
Restaurant
400 m
Café
800 m
Library
1.9 km
Museum
2.1 km
Cinema
1.7 km
Theatre
1.6 km
Swimming pool
3.3 km
Train station
1.9 km
Motorway access
500 m

Business activity

Business locations
1.315
Trade & hospitality
155
Business services
430
Government, education, care
300
Culture, recreation, other
175
Industry & energy
130
Transport, information
85
Finance & real estate
40
Agriculture, forestry
0

Education

Primary school pupils
970
Secondary school pupils
550
MBO students (vocational)
140
HBO students (applied uni)
220
University students
120

Energy

With solar power
27%
Gas-free
9%
Avg. electricity usage
2.170 kWh
Avg. gas usage
840 m³

Mobility

Cars per household
0.9
Total cars
3.425
Total motorcycles
270

Heritage & protection

National monuments
1
Municipal monuments
9
Green coverage
18%
Protected cityscape
Yes
Buy-to-let restriction zone
Yes

Foundation type mix

Foundation type varies by property. Below is the mix as registered in the municipal foundation inventory. (n=2.732)

Wooden pile
42%
Shallow (on ground)
34%
Other / unknown
14%
Concrete pile
10%
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  • Foundation-problem priority zone (RVO)
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a house cost in Houtvaartkwartier?

Average property value in Houtvaartkwartier is € 547.000 (CBS 2024). For a current valuation of a specific property, contact us or check Adresdossier.

What is it like to live in Houtvaartkwartier?

Houtvaartkwartier consists mostly of single-family homes. This page lists data on residents, housing stock and amenities. For per-property reports see Adresdossier.

Buying a house in Houtvaartkwartier: what to look for?

When buying in Houtvaartkwartier, check construction year, foundation, energy label, monument status and pending permits. Adresdossier compiles these per property. For purchase guidance in Haarlem, contact +31 6 58714762.

Selling my house in Houtvaartkwartier: how to start?

For a property sale in Houtvaartkwartier (Haarlem), Makelaar Haarlem & Heemstede provides valuation, presentation and guidance through transfer. Contact +31 6 58714762 or [email protected].

Which real estate agent works in Houtvaartkwartier?

Makelaar Haarlem & Heemstede covers sales, purchase, rental and management in Haarlem. Schedule an introduction via +31 6 58714762 or [email protected].

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Source: CBS Open Data, Key figures districts and neighbourhoods 2024

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