Hi Canwait, Haarlem is much cheaper than Amsterdam. Its a nice area to live, close to Amsterdam and the beach. Accomodation will cost u around 600 euro and above. Maybe you'll find cheaper, but then you have to share, PG or maybe its illegal housing. Tell me the area of your office, I can check the public transfer tariff for you. Taxi is very expensive and the public transfer is really good here. If there are more question, dont hesistate to ask me:thumbsup Chaara