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Neighbourhood of · Haarlem · District Houtvaartkwartier

Estate agent in Geschiedschrijversbuurt

2.530 inhabitants · 1.310 dwellings · Avg. property value € 491.000

2.530Inhabitants
1.310Dwellings
€ 491.000Avg. property value
1.305Households
7.360/km²Density
35 haArea

About Geschiedschrijversbuurt

Geschiedschrijversbuurt is a neighbourhood in Haarlem in the Zuidwest district. Density is distinctly urban: streets densely built, homes close together. A substantial share of housing is owned by social-housing corporations.

The neighbourhood has 2.530 inhabitants and 1.310 dwellings. Roughly 37% are owner-occupied and 63% rental, with 30% social housing. Average WOZ value is € 491.000 (CBS 2024).

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 500 m, a large supermarket at 500 m. The station is 2.2 km away. Easy by bike. Motorway access is close by.

About 27% of homes are gas-free.

Geschiedschrijversbuurt on the map

Demographics

Men
1.210
Women
1.325
Avg. household size
1.9
0–15 years
15%
15–25 years
9%
25–45 years
35%
45–65 years
23%
65+ years
18%
Single-person
43%
With children
28%
Without children
29%

Housing

Single-family home
59%
Multi-family home
41%
Detached
0%
Semi-detached
1%
Corner house
12%
Terraced
46%
Owner-occupied
37%
Rented (total)
63%
Social housing
30%
Private rental
32%
Built last 10 years
23%
Built > 10 years ago
77%

Distance to amenities

Primary school
500 m
Secondary school
500 m
Daycare
400 m
GP
400 m
Pharmacy
900 m
Hospital
3.2 km
Supermarket
500 m
Everyday shops
300 m
Restaurant
400 m
Café
600 m
Library
1.5 km
Museum
1.7 km
Cinema
1.3 km
Theatre
1.2 km
Swimming pool
2.9 km
Train station
2.2 km
Motorway access
700 m

Business activity

Business locations
370
Trade & hospitality
40
Business services
125
Government, education, care
75
Culture, recreation, other
60
Industry & energy
35
Transport, information
30
Finance & real estate
10
Agriculture, forestry
0

Education

Primary school pupils
180
Secondary school pupils
140
MBO students (vocational)
30
HBO students (applied uni)
60
University students
30

Energy

With solar power
16%
Gas-free
27%
Avg. electricity usage
1.950 kWh
Avg. gas usage
670 m³

Mobility

Cars per household
0.7
Total cars
975
Total motorcycles
75

Haarlem in figures

Figures from the City of Haarlem's dashboard, with Haarlem averages as a reference.

Inwoners (2026)
2.483 vs Haarlem 168.888
Inwoners naar herkomstland
Nederland 72% · Europa (excl Nederland) 11% · Overig Buiten-Europa 9%
Gemiddelde huishoudensgrootte (2025)
2 vs Haarlem 2
Samenstelling huishoudens
Eénpersoonshuishoudens 45% · Huishoudens met kinderen 28% · Huishoudens zonder kinderen 26%
Inwoners naar leeftijd
25 t/m 44 jaar 33% · 45 t/m 64 jaar 23% · 65 jaar en ouder 19%

Heritage & protection

Municipal monuments
5
Green coverage
12%
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=860)

Wooden pile
68%
Shallow (on ground)
22%
Other / unknown
5%
Concrete pile
5%
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Foundation report per property

Want to know which foundation type your specific property has, whether research has been done, and the repair history? That's covered per address in an independent adresdossier.

  • Foundation type and construction year of your property
  • Research reports and repair history
  • Official KCAF Foundation Viewer PDF
  • Foundation-problem priority zone (RVO)
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a house cost in Geschiedschrijversbuurt?

Average property value in Geschiedschrijversbuurt is € 491.000 (CBS 2024). For a current valuation of a specific property, contact us or check Adresdossier.

What is it like to live in Geschiedschrijversbuurt?

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

Buying a house in Geschiedschrijversbuurt: what to look for?

When buying in Geschiedschrijversbuurt, 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 Geschiedschrijversbuurt: how to start?

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

Which real estate agent works in Geschiedschrijversbuurt?

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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