This week we were interviewed by My Sales Agent about the housing market in Haarlem. The purpose of this interview was how best to sell your house in the city of Haarlem . As a real estate agent in Haarlem, we were able to share our experiences in this city. Below you will find the best tips and information about the housing market in Haarlem.
Pricey houses
Living in Haarlem has become more and more expensive in recent years. Due to the high prices, many families cannot move to a larger house and leave Haarlem. Other municipalities in the area are popular, you will get more house for your money. People who do come to Haarlem are residents from Amsterdam who have a high equity value on their home in Amsterdam. They opt for a little more peaceful environment and value for their money and go to live in Haarlem. For a dirt cheap house it is not attractive to live in Haarlem.
Expansion and sustainability plays a role
A popular house in Haarlem is a house from the 1930s. These houses have a certain atmosphere and character. Ready-to-move-in houses or houses with options for expansion are also in high demand. With expansion options, buyers can choose to shape the house just a little better to their taste. Sustainability plays a major role. With a sustainable house you can get better mortgage conditions and this saves on monthly usage costs. If there is a possibility of expansion, there is room for extra insulation or, for example, a heat pump.
Possible problems with a house in Haarlem
Many houses in Haarlem suffer from problems with wooden foundations. In somewhat older homes, a problem arises with wooden pile foundations. The problems that occur are moisture problems and mold. With older 1930s houses or monumental houses, you are a lot less flexible with adjustments. Placing solar panels on these homes is usually prohibited.
Preparing sales: Less is more
An existing energy label that is attractively sustainable will help to sell the house. Sustainability saves costs for the potential buyer. This way the house will be sold faster. In addition, a house with expansion options can be adapted as desired. Think of building extra rooms or insulation. This makes the house more attractive to a larger target group. An important tip is not to completely change the house before the sale. Less is more. You can let visitors have all the options in the house. This way visitors know how to change it to their taste. Too much furniture in the house is not desirable. Provide rooms with a minimum amount of furniture with lots of light. Less furniture and more light make the house appear larger. Finally, it is important that a house does not show any damage or cosmetic problems. No one wants a house with damage and other defects in different rooms.