A spacious pre-war apartment on a leafy street
This apartment on Boksdoornstraat sits in the heart of the Heesterbuurt, a quiet residential pocket of Den Haag. With 118 m² of living space, it is considerably larger than the neighbourhood average of 79 m². The asking price of €499,500 is 35% above the local average of €370,451, reflecting the extra space and the pre-war character. For context, apartments in Den Haag vary widely, but this one stands out for its generous proportions.
The Heesterbuurt neighbourhood
The Heesterbuurt is a dense, urban area with a very strong city feel (address density 7,564 per km²). Most homes are pre-war apartments, and the population is a mix of singles and couples, with many residents in the 25,45 age bracket. There are no neighbourhood reviews available, but the area is known for its leafy streets and proximity to the city centre. The neighbourhood has a high proportion of energy label C homes (42.5%), matching this apartment's label. The Heesterbuurt neighbourhood is well-established and popular.
Life on the street
For daily groceries, Ekoplaza is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. PLUS is also within easy reach. Primary schools are a bit further out, the nearest, WSKO Basisschool De Hofvilla, is about a ten-minute walk. For secondary education, the closest school is a similar distance. A GP is on your doorstep, and the nearest park is a ten-minute walk away. The area has plenty of restaurants and a library nearby.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Hooghlanden makelaars and Funda. The agent has provided full details on the property's size, year of construction and energy label.
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About Boksdoornstraat 56, 'S-Gravenhage
Is €499,500 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price is 35% above the neighbourhood average of €370,451, but the apartment is also 49% larger than the typical 79 m² in the area. The price per square metre works out at about €4,233, which is below the neighbourhood average of €4,750 per m². So while the total price is high, you are getting more space for your money compared to other homes in the Heesterbuurt.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The apartment has energy label C. In the Heesterbuurt, 42.5% of homes have label C, and another 42.5% have label D or lower. Label C is average for a pre-war building, it means the home is reasonably efficient but not as good as modern standards. You can expect moderate heating costs, but nothing extreme.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 4.6 km away. That is a bit of a distance, about a 15-minute bike ride or a short bus journey.
What is the neighbourhood like for families?
The Heesterbuurt has a mix of households: about 30% are singles, 27% are families with children, and 20% are couples without children. There are around 1,025 children under 15, so it is not a family-dominated area but families are present. Schools are within walking distance, and there are several playgrounds and parks nearby.
How many rooms does the apartment have?
The floor area of 118 m² suggests it could have two or three bedrooms, but you would need to check the floor plan with the agent.
Is there a garden or outdoor space?
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony or terrace. Given that it is an apartment in a pre-war building, it is unlikely to have a private garden, but there may be a shared courtyard or a small balcony. The nearest park is 1.1 km away.
What is the parking situation?
In the Heesterbuurt, on-street parking is common but can be tight. The area has a permit system for residents. You would need to check with the municipality for specific parking options.
