Historic 18th Century Monument Townhouse with Sunny Rooftop Terrace in Haarlem Center
Key Features
Upsides
- Large 40 m2 south-facing rooftop terrace with covering and wooden shed, which is exceptional for a city center monument property.
- Mixed zoning designation allows for combined residential and commercial use such as a shop, atelier, or home office, offering flexibility for entrepreneurs or creative professionals.
- National monument status from approximately 1745 providing historical character and authentic period architecture in a protected cityscape.
- Central location on the edge of Haarlem's old inner city with all amenities within walking distance, exit roads nearby, and cycling distance to stations, dunes, and beach.
- Structurally inspected property with a relatively modern heating boiler from 2019 included in the purchase.
Downsides
- Energy label C indicates moderate energy efficiency, which may result in higher energy costs compared to more modern or better-insulated properties.
- No private parking available, with parking regulated through a permit system only, which can be inconvenient in a busy city center location.
- Small plot size of only 73 m2 provides limited private outdoor ground space, with the main outdoor area being the rooftop terrace.
- National monument status likely imposes restrictions on modifications and renovations, requiring approval for changes to the exterior and potentially certain interior elements.
- The top floor is described as an attic (zolder), which typically means reduced headroom due to sloped ceilings and may limit the practical use of this space.
Description
Located on the edge of the old inner city of Haarlem, this characteristic townhouse stands as a proud example of 18th century architecture. The property holds the status of a national monument (Rijksmonument) and dates back to approximately 1745, making it a residence with significant historical value and authentic period details. The building is situated within a protected city or village view, which preserves the unique character of the surrounding streetscape for future generations.
One of the most remarkable features of this property is the generous sunny and sheltered rooftop terrace measuring approximately 40 square meters. This outdoor space faces south, ensuring optimal sunlight exposure throughout the day during the warmer months. The terrace includes a covering section and a wooden shed, providing both shade and practical storage solutions. For a property in the heart of a historic city center, such an extensive private outdoor area is particularly valuable and relatively uncommon.
The ground floor (parterre) of the residence offers a spacious and atmospheric living room with an open kitchen in an American kitchen layout. The entire ground floor level benefits from underfloor heating, which contributes to a comfortable living climate during the colder seasons. Natural light enters the space through skylights, enhancing the bright and welcoming atmosphere of the living area. Practical elements on this level include a wardrobe closet and a stair closet for additional storage. The modern open kitchen is integrated into the living space, creating a cohesive area for cooking, dining, and relaxation.
Also located on the ground floor is a modern bathroom equipped with underfloor heating, an walk-in shower, a toilet, a washbasin, and connections for a washing machine and dryer. Having the main bathroom facilities on the same level as the living area is a practical arrangement that adds to the convenience of daily living.
The first floor is accessible via a staircase and features a landing that provides access to the spacious and partially covered rooftop terrace. This floor contains two rooms that can serve various purposes such as bedrooms, study spaces, or guest rooms, depending on the needs of the occupants. A separate toilet is also located on this level for added convenience. The wooden shed on the terrace is accessible from this floor as well.
The second floor houses a spacious attic room that can function as either a bedroom or a workspace. This level has its own bathroom facilities, including a shower, a toilet, and a double washbasin. This arrangement provides privacy and independence for anyone using this upper level of the home.
The property has a total living area of approximately 144 square meters spread across three residential levels. The attached outdoor space adds another 40 square meters to the usable area. The building volume is 435 cubic meters, and the plot size measures 73 square meters. The layout includes four rooms in total, with three of these designated as bedrooms. There are two full bathrooms and one separate toilet in the property.
From a technical perspective, the property has been structurally inspected (bouwkundig gekeurd), which provides potential buyers with assurance regarding the building's condition. The heating system consists of a Remeha Tzerra Ace 39C gas-fired combination boiler that was installed in 2019 and is included in the purchase as owned property. The property has an energy label C, with insulation measures including roof insulation and largely double glazing. Ventilation is provided through both mechanical and natural systems.
The roof construction is a composite structure covered with bituminous roofing material and tiles, which is typical for historic buildings of this age that have been maintained and updated over the centuries.
A significant advantage of this property is its mixed zoning designation (gemengde bestemming). This zoning allows the property to be used not only as a residence but also for commercial purposes such as a shop, atelier, or home office. This flexibility makes the property suitable for entrepreneurs, artists, or professionals who wish to combine their living and working spaces in one location. The street where the property is situated already has a character of shops and ateliers, which creates a vibrant and creative neighborhood atmosphere.
The location of this townhouse offers excellent accessibility to various amenities and transportation options. All center facilities are within walking distance, including shops, restaurants, cultural institutions, and other urban conveniences. The property is close to major exit roads, making it easy to travel by car to surrounding areas and other cities. Train stations, the dunes, and the beach are all within cycling distance, offering residents the opportunity to enjoy both urban and natural recreational environments with relative ease.
A virtual viewing (3D tour) is available for this property through the listing agent's website and on Funda, allowing interested parties to explore the interior remotely before scheduling an in-person visit.
The property is offered at an asking price of 895,000 euros, which translates to approximately 6,215 euros per square meter of living space. The transfer is through a purchase agreement with the buyer paying the transfer costs (kosten koper). The delivery date is subject to mutual agreement between the buyer and seller.
The cadastral designation for this property is HAARLEM D 2733, with a plot area of 73 square meters and full ownership status (volle eigendom). Parking in the area is regulated through a permit system, which is standard for properties located in the center of a historic city like Haarlem.
This townhouse represents an opportunity to live in a piece of Dutch architectural history while enjoying modern comforts and conveniences. The combination of historical status, practical layout, generous outdoor space, mixed-use possibilities, and central location makes this a distinctive property in the Haarlem real estate market.
Features
Bathroom
Shower
The listing explicitly mentions a walk-in shower (inloopdouche) on the ground floor and a shower (douche) on the second floor.
Bathtub
No bathtub is mentioned in the description; only showers are listed in both bathrooms.
Ensuite Bathroom
The second floor features a 'slaap/werkzolder met badkamer' (sleep/work attic with bathroom), which implies it is an ensuite bathroom.
Guest Toilet
The features section states there is '1 apart toilet' (1 separate toilet), which is located on the first floor.
Bidet
A bidet is not mentioned anywhere in the property description.
Double Shower
There is no mention of a double shower in the description.
Shared Shower
The property is a single-family home (eengezinswoning), meaning the shower is private and not shared.
Shared Toilet
The property is a single-family home (eengezinswoning), meaning the toilets are private and not shared.
His And Hers Sinks
The second-floor bathroom is explicitly described as having a 'dubbele wastafel' (double sink).
Bathroom Heated Floor
The description explicitly states that the ground floor 'moderne badkamer' includes 'vloerverwarming' (underfloor heating).
Building General
Corner Property
Exterior
Balcony
The listing mentions a rooftop terrace but does not mention a balcony.
Rear Garden
There is no mention of a rear garden in the listing.
Front Garden
There is no mention of a front garden in the listing.
Side Garden
There is no mention of a side garden in the listing.
Terrace
The listing explicitly describes a fantastic, sunny, and sheltered rooftop terrace of approximately 40 m2.
Rooftop Terrace
The listing explicitly mentions a 'dakterras' (rooftop terrace) of 40 m2 accessible from the first floor.
Fenced Yard
The property is a terraced house in the city center with a rooftop terrace, not a fenced yard.
Patio
The outdoor space is a rooftop terrace, not a ground-level patio.
Veranda
The terrace has a partial covering (overkapping), but a traditional ground-floor veranda is not mentioned.
Guest House
There is no mention of a guest house on the property.
Waterfront
The beach and dunes are at cycling distance, but the property itself is not waterfront.
Kitchen Garden
There is no garden or kitchen garden mentioned.
Equestrian Facilities
This is a city center townhouse with no equestrian facilities.
Small Livestock Facilities
This is a city center townhouse with no livestock facilities.
Private Outdoor Pool
No pool is mentioned.
Private Outdoor Jacuzzi
No jacuzzi is mentioned.
Private Tennis Court
No tennis court is mentioned.
Remarkable Mountain View
The property is located in Haarlem, the Netherlands, which is entirely flat.
Remarkable City View
The property has a rooftop terrace on the edge of the old city center, which likely offers a good city view, but 'remarkable' cannot be confirmed without photos.
Remarkable Garden View
There is no garden on the property.
Remarkable Sea View
The sea and beach are at cycling distance, not visible from the property.
Remarkable Harbour View
No harbour view is mentioned or implied.
Remarkable Landmark View
No specific landmark view is mentioned in the text.
Interior Comfort
Air Conditioning
No air conditioning mentioned anywhere in the listing.
Central Heating
Explicitly mentions Cv-ketel (central heating boiler) - Remeha Tzerra Ace 39C from 2019.
Fireplace
No fireplace mentioned in the property description or features.
Underfloor Heating
Explicitly stated: Parterre has underfloor heating, and bathroom features include underfloor heating.
Walk In Closet
Only garderobekast (wardrobe closet) and trapkast (stair closet) mentioned, no walk-in closet.
Home Office
Mixed use zoning (gemengde bestemming) makes it suitable for home office/shop/studio. Also mentions slaap/werkzolder (sleeping/working attic).
Skylight
Lichtstraten (light wells/skylights) explicitly mentioned in the parterre description.
Bay Window
No bay window mentioned in the listing.
Private Indoor Pool
No indoor pool mentioned, highly unlikely in a 144m2 historic townhouse.
Private Indoor Sauna
No sauna mentioned in the listing.
Interior Style
Scandinavian
No Scandinavian style elements mentioned. The property is a 1745 national monument described as characteristic town house.
Modern
Modern open kitchen and modern bathroom mentioned, but overall it's a historic monument building, so only partially modern.
Industrial
No industrial style elements such as exposed brick, metal fixtures, or loft-style features mentioned.
Mediterranean
No Mediterranean features mentioned in the listing.
Classic
Rijksmonument (national monument) from approximately 1745, described as characteristic town house in a historic shop/atelier street.
Exterior Style
Traditional Historic
Does this building represents a traditional or historic style?
Early 20th Century
Does this building represents an early 20th century building style? In countries like the Netherlands buildings to which this applies are sometimes called things like a 'jaren-30 woning'
Post War Functional
Does this building represents a post war building style, that had to be functional and mass produces for the rapid increase in population numbers?
Modernist
Does this building represents a modern building style?
Newly Build
Does this building looks like it was newly build?
Kitchen
Open Plan Kitchen
The listing explicitly states 'moderne open keuken (American kitchen)'.
Shared Kitchen
The property is a single-family house (eengezinswoning), so the kitchen is private.
Design Kitchen
Described as a 'moderne open keuken', but no specific high-end design brands or luxury finishes are mentioned.
New Kitchen
Described as 'moderne', but the house is from 1745 and there is no specific mention of a recently installed kitchen.
Parking & Storage
Parking
The listing mentions 'Parkeervergunningen' (parking permits) under parking facilities.
Storage Room
The listing mentions a 'trapkast' (staircase closet) on the parterre level.
Garage
No garage is mentioned anywhere in the listing. Only a wooden shed and parking permits are referenced.
Automatic Garage Door
There is no garage, so there would be no automatic garage door.
Double Garage
No garage exists at the property, so a double garage is not present.
Attic
The listing describes the 2nd floor as 'slaap/werkzolder' which translates to sleeping/working attic.
Cellar
No cellar (kelder) is mentioned in the listing description or features.
Covered Parking
No covered parking is mentioned. Only street parking via permits is indicated.
Underground Parking
No underground parking is mentioned. This is a 1745 monument building which would not have underground parking.
Ev Charging
No EV charging facilities are mentioned in the listing.
Workshop
The listing mentions 'gemengde bestemming' (mixed use zoning) and states the property is suitable for 'atelier' (studio/workshop) at home.
Shed
The listing explicitly mentions 'houten schuur' (wooden shed) on the terrace level.
Street Parking Free
The listing specifies 'Parkeervergunningen' (parking permits), indicating parking is not free but requires a permit.
Street Parking Permit
The features section explicitly lists 'Parkeervergunningen' (parking permits) as the parking option.
Parkspot Rent Price Month
No monthly rental price for a parking spot is mentioned in the listing.
Parkspot Sale Price
No parking spot is offered for sale with this property.
Rules
Owners Association
The property is a single-family terraced house with full ownership, and there is no mention of an Owners Association (VvE).
Leasehold
The listing explicitly states 'Volle eigendom' (Full ownership) under cadastral data, meaning there is no leasehold.
Oa Chamber Of Commerce Registered
No Owners Association is mentioned for this single-family home.
Oa Annual Meeting
No Owners Association is mentioned for this single-family home.
Oa Fees
No Owners Association is mentioned for this single-family home.
Oa Reserve Fund
No Owners Association is mentioned for this single-family home.
Oa Maintenance Plan
No Owners Association is mentioned for this single-family home.
Oa Buildings Insurance
No Owners Association is mentioned for this single-family home.
Other Rules
The property is a Rijksmonument (National Monument), which imposes strict rules on renovations and alterations. It also has a mixed destination (gemengde bestemming), allowing residential, shop, studio, or office use.
Open Viewing
The listing mentions a virtual 3D tour is available, but no physical open viewing days or dates are listed.
Safety & Accessibility
Elevator
Townhouse built in 1745 with 3 floors. No elevator mentioned.
Private Entrance
It is a terraced house (tussenwoning) with its own entrance on the ground floor.
Automatic Gate
City center townhouse with no mention of a gate.
Gated Community
Located on a street with shops/ateliers in the city center, not a gated community.
Wheelchair Accessible
Historic townhouse spread over 3 floors with no elevator.
Utilities & Technical
Washing Machine
Listing mentions a washing machine connection in the bathroom, but does not state that a washing machine is included.
Washing Machine Connections
Listing explicitly mentions 'wasmachine-/droger aansluiting' (washing machine/dryer connection).
Laundry Room
The washing machine connection is located in the modern bathroom on the ground floor, not in a dedicated laundry room.
Dryer
Listing mentions a dryer connection, but does not state that a dryer is included.
Ventilation System
Listing explicitly states 'Mechanische ventilatie en natuurlijke ventilatie' (Mechanical ventilation and natural ventilation).
Energy Efficiency
Double Glazing
Explicitly stated as 'grotendeels dubbelglas' (mostly double glazing) in the features list.
Triple Glazing
Not mentioned, and the specific mention of 'mostly double glazing' alongside a C energy label indicates triple glazing is not installed.
Roof Insulation
Explicitly stated as 'Dakisolatie' in the insulation features.
Heat Pump
The heating system is explicitly listed as a gas-fired combi boiler (Remeha Tzerra Ace 39C), not a heat pump.
Home Battery
Not mentioned and highly unusual for a 1750 monument without solar panels.
Other Energy Efficiency Measures
The property features a relatively modern (2019) high-efficiency gas combi boiler, a mechanical ventilation system, and underfloor heating on the ground floor, which contribute to its Energy Label C rating.
Location
History
No history available for this listing.