A 1923 benedenwoning in the Heesterbuurt
This 1923 benedenwoning on the Boksdoornstraat sits in the Heesterbuurt, part of the Valkenboskwartier in Den Haag. It is a ground-floor apartment with its own garden, a type that is common in this pre-war neighbourhood. The asking price of €435,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price of €412,689 for homes in the neighbourhood. For context, the average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €4,758, while this home comes in at €5,370 per m². If you are looking at [apartments in Den Haag], this one stands out for its age and layout.
The home itself
Inside, the home has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is 80 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 81 m². The property includes a rear garden of 42 m², which is a rare find for an apartment in this part of the city. The agent notes that the home has double glazing and a central heating boiler. There is a homeowners' association, with a monthly fee of €5,000, which is worth noting for your budget.
The Heesterbuurt
Residents of the Valkenboskwartier district, which includes the Heesterbuurt, give their living environment an average score of 7.75, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Very nice neighbourhood, near the centre and easily accessible." Another resident, who gave a lower score, mentions that "it smells very bad" in the area. A third resident, who scored the neighbourhood 8.13, says: "Quite noisy neighbourhood because you live next to a busy road, but otherwise always a very nice neighbourhood. You can live here in larger or smaller homes. It's tidy and you're quickly in the centre of The Hague or at the beach, for example. Lovely people around you." The district has a mix of households, with 55% single-person households and 25% households with children, according to CBS data. For a closer look at what the area offers, see [the Heesterbuurt neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the Ekoplaza is on your doorstep, and the Albert Heijn is just around the corner. The PLUS is a couple of streets away. The nearest pharmacy, Apotheek De Vlierboom, is just around the corner, while the nearest GP practice is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, the bus stop Kamperfoeliestraat with line 21 is on your doorstep, and the tram stop Goudenregenstraat with lines 3 and 12 is a couple of streets away. The nearest train station, Den Haag Moerwijk, is about 3.3 km from the home. The municipality of Den Haag provides the broader context for these amenities, as described in [the municipality of Den Haag].
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €365,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 19% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 40%, from €260,000 to €365,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 48 dB Lden, which is not above the norm, and from air traffic it is 19 dB Lden, also not above the norm, according to 2022 data. The foundation risk indication is medium, which is an area-level indication based on the fact that the home was built before 1970 and that 90% of properties in this postcode area date from before 1970. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is medium, while the flood risk is low for both the current situation and 2050. Heat stress is medium for both the current situation and 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Wooncompany B.V. on Vastgoed Nederland, as well as on Pararius and the agent's own website.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Boksdoornstraat 42, 'S-Gravenhage
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €435,000 is 19% above the WOZ value of €365,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price per m² is €5,370, based on the agent's listed floor area of 81 m². This is higher than the neighbourhood average of €4,758 per m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
The home is a benedenwoning, meaning it is on the ground floor, with four rooms in total: three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 80 m² according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 81 m². There is also a rear garden of 42 m², which is a notable feature for an apartment in this area.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value is €365,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 40%, from €260,000 in 2020 to €365,000 in 2025. This reflects the general upward trend in property values in the area, though the WOZ value is not the same as the market value.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is an area-level indication, based on the fact that the home was built in 1923, before 1970, and that 90% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. It is not an inspection of this specific home, but a general indication from public data sources.
What public transport options are nearby?
The bus stop Kamperfoeliestraat with line 21 is on your doorstep, about 162 metres away. The tram stop Goudenregenstraat with lines 3 and 12 is about 363 metres away, and another bus stop, Weimarstraat, also with line 21, is about 468 metres away. The nearest train station is Den Haag Moerwijk, at a distance of about 3.3 km.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the Valkenboskwartier district, which includes the Heesterbuurt, give their living environment an average score of 7.75, based on five reviews. One resident says it is a "very nice neighbourhood, near the centre and easily accessible." Another resident mentions that it is "quite noisy" because of a busy road, but otherwise "a very nice neighbourhood." A third resident notes that "it smells very bad" in the area.
Are there supermarkets within walking distance?
Yes, there are several supermarkets nearby. The Ekoplaza is about 266 metres away, the Albert Heijn is about 441 metres away, and the PLUS is about 574 metres away. There are also two Jumbo supermarkets within about 800 metres. This means you have several options for groceries within a short walk.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label for this home is D. This label indicates the energy efficiency of the home, with D being in the middle of the scale. The agent notes that the home has double glazing and a central heating boiler. With label D, you can expect moderate energy costs, though the actual costs will depend on your usage and the efficiency of the heating system.
