A 1930s apartment with a story
On De Genestetlaan in Laakkwartier-Oost, this apartment from 1938 sits in a neighbourhood that residents describe in very different ways. One resident calls it active but good, another mentions overcrowding and litter, while a third says it is really quiet and nothing weird has ever happened. The asking price is €325,000. For context, the average asking price in the neighbourhood is €293,220, and the average asking price per m² here is €3,990, while this home comes in at €4,062 per m² according to the agent. If you are looking at [apartments in Den Haag], this one sits in a price range that reflects its size and location.
Inside the home
The agent describes this as a three-room apartment with two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 80 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 77 m². The property includes a rear garden of 70 m² facing north, and there is a homeowners' association with a monthly contribution of €110. The energy label is D, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. The home was built in 1938, so it has the character of a pre-war building.
Life in Laakkwartier-Oost
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.22, based on three reviews. One resident says: "The neighbourhood is active but not unsafe; there are shops and amenities within walking distance, so you can easily buy a döner and do your shopping at Albert Heijn." Another resident notes: "Very often nuisance from people (foreign) who share houses here with too many people. And leave rubbish everywhere on the street. And sometimes I don't feel safe on the street." A third resident says: "I've been living here for 3 years and nothing weird has ever happened here, really a quiet neighbourhood. Neighbours are really kind and talk to each other normally." The neighbourhood has about 11,600 residents, and 52% of households are single-person households. This mix of perspectives gives a sense of what it is like to live in [the Laakkwartier-Oost neighbourhood].
Amenities and getting around
For daily errands, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with another Albert Heijn and an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Protestants Christelijke Basisschool Groen van Prinsterer, is about a ten-minute walk, and there are several other schools within a short distance. The BENU Apotheek Laakkwartier is just around the corner, and the nearest GP practice is MediCor Gezondheidszorg at Rijswijkseplein, about 1.6 km away. For public transport, the Jan van Beersstraat bus stop is on your doorstep with lines 22, 29 and 22A, and the Jonckbloetplein tram stop is just around the corner with lines 16, 17, 22, 29, N4 and 22A. The nearest train station is Den Haag Moerwijk, about a ten-minute walk. All of this is within [the municipality of Den Haag].
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €305,000 as of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 7% above the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 54%, from €198,000 to €305,000. As for address-level risk data, the noise from road traffic is 64 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway noise is 36 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 24 dB Lden, both below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970, and 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is medium, the flood risk is low for both current and 2050 scenarios, and heat stress is medium for both current and 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including Olsthoorn Makelaars Delft and Olsthoorn NVM Makelaars.
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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.
Frequently asked questions
About De Genestetlaan 238, 'S-Gravenhage
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price is €325,000, while the WOZ value as of 1 January 2025 is €305,000. That means the asking price is 7% above the WOZ value. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value, so it is a reference point rather than a direct price guide.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is a three-room apartment with two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 80 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 77 m². There is also a rear garden of 70 m² facing north.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The home was built in 1938, which is typical for the area, but the label itself does not tell you about the condition of the insulation or installations.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970, and 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The road traffic noise is 64 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 36 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 24 dB Lden, both below the standard. These figures come from public data and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. Albert Heijn is at 574 metres, another Albert Heijn at 627 metres, and an Ekoplaza at 838 metres. An Aldi is at 971 metres. This means you have a choice of options for daily groceries.
What public transport options are available?
The Jan van Beersstraat bus stop is at 157 metres, with lines 22, 29 and 22A. The Jonckbloetplein tram stop is at 186 metres, with lines 16, 17, 22, 29, N4 and 22A. The nearest train station is Den Haag Moerwijk at 1,030 metres.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.22, based on three reviews. One resident says it is active but not unsafe, with shops within walking distance. Another mentions nuisance from overcrowded housing and litter. A third says it is quiet and nothing weird has ever happened. The reviews are mixed, so it is worth considering the different perspectives.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 54%, from €198,000 to €305,000. The value increased each year except for a dip in 2023, when it went from €275,000 to €260,000, before rising again to €295,000 in 2024 and €305,000 in 2025.
What is the homeowners' association contribution?
The monthly contribution to the homeowners' association is €110. This is stated in the agent's description. The contribution covers the shared costs of the building, but the specific services it covers are not detailed in the listing.
