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Laakkwartier-West, Den Haag
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on De Genestetlaan sits in a pre-war street with a lively, urban feel. At 80 m² it offers a comfortable floor plan, and the C energy label means heating costs are moderate. The asking price of €359,000 is 16% above the neighbourhood average of €310,628, so it's on the high side compared to other apartments in Den Haag.
Laakkwartier-West is a densely built area with a mix of pre-war housing and modern flats. Most homes date from before 1945, and the neighbourhood has a high proportion of single-person households. With an address density of 5,455 per km², it's very urban. The area has a strong multicultural character, with many shops and eateries along the main streets. For more context, see the Laakkwartier-West neighbourhood.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Aldi is a five-minute walk. Primary schools are a ten-minute walk away, including Protestants Christelijke Basisschool Groen van Prinsterer and De Parachute. The train station is also a ten-minute walk, making commuting easy. The neighbourhood falls under the municipality of Den Haag, which manages local parks and facilities.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Rehof Makelaars.
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The asking price is 16% above the neighbourhood average of €310,628. However, this apartment is 80 m², which is exactly the average size for homes sold in Laakkwartier-West. The average price per m² in the area is €4,001, so this home works out at about €4,488 per m². That's above the local average, but the property is in a pre-war building with a C energy label, which may justify some premium.
Laakkwartier-West is a very urban neighbourhood with a high address density. Most homes were built before 1945, and the area has a diverse population with many single-person households. There are plenty of shops, restaurants and cafes within walking distance. The neighbourhood has a lively, multicultural feel, and the train station is a ten-minute walk away.
The nearest train station is 0.9 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to other parts of Den Haag or further afield.
There are two Albert Heijn supermarkets within 600 metres, one at 585 m and another at 599 m. An Aldi is 750 m away, and a larger Albert Heijn is 899 m from the home. For organic groceries, Ekoplaza is about 1 km away.
Several primary schools are within walking distance: Protestants Christelijke Basisschool Groen van Prinsterer (2.2 km), De Parachute (2.2 km), and KC de Telescoop (2.2 km). For secondary education, Sint-Maartenscollege is about 2.9 km away.
The energy label is C, which is average for a pre-war apartment. It means the home has reasonable insulation and heating efficiency, but you can expect moderate energy costs. In the neighbourhood, 42.5% of homes have label C, so it's typical for the area.
Currently, 43 homes are for sale in Laakkwartier-West, with prices ranging from €199,500 to €475,000. The median asking price is €295,000. Homes here sell relatively quickly, with an average time on the market of 58 days.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €310,440 | €290,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,046 | – |
| Rent price | €1,585 p/m | €1,585 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
The access is great because of the closeness to the station. The architecture is a bit disorganised and sometimes it does get a bit dirty and unhygienic; the trash gets everywhere around the bins and is not picked up frequently enough, as I have seen the same thing stay in the same place for over 9 days. But the community is diverse and at least in my area it's pretty safe, even late at night. There are a lot of students and immigrants and as an international student I feel very welcomed. My building is a bit messy but there is no serious issue like pests or anything, and for the rent it’s pretty good.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe 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. There are a few homeless people here who are a bit chaotic, but if you mind your own business, nothing happens.
Auto-translated to English by AII experience the Noordpolderbuurt as a quiet, pleasant neighbourhood where you can really feel at home. Almost everyone has known each other for years, creating a warm and close community. The neighbourhood feels safe, both during the day and in the evening, and there is a relaxed atmosphere. The homes are generally of good quality and well-maintained. The streets are clean and hygienic, which further enhances living comfort. There is also plenty of greenery in the area; the nature and parks make it a nice place to walk or unwind. In addition, there are sufficient amenities in the neighbourhood, making daily life easy and pleasant. Whether it's shops, schools, or other important facilities: everything is easily accessible. The accessibility of the neighbourhood is excellent, whether by public transport, car, or bike. In short: the Noordpolderbuurt is for me a quiet, safe, and social neighbourhood where people enjoy living and where the atmosphere feels positive and familiar.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's a decent neighbourhood with plenty of parks and other amenities. However, there are quite a few problems in the area, such as nuisance and dangerous people who harass you. Additionally, it's often dirty because rubbish isn't collected often enough. Despite all this, I'm quite satisfied with living in this neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery 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.
Auto-translated to English by AIThis neighbourhood is very cosy and you feel at home here. Good communication with neighbours. Lots of shops in the area. Easy to travel by public transport. Close to the city centre, which is of course very nice. There is also a forest nearby where you can explore nature. Fun activities for children, like going to the petting zoo. There are also community centres where you can meet people and do fun activities. In short, this is where you want to live.
Auto-translated to English by AIA lot of nuisance in
Auto-translated to English by AIVery beautiful river, the water is a bit dirty but that doesn't matter, very nice ladies and the streets are tidy, it's very cosy and there is a snack bar in the Noordoostpolderbuurt
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €324,557 | €306,715 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €4,325 | – |
| Rent price | €1,469 p/m | €1,712 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
De buurt gaat wel achteruit. Vaak afval bij ondergrondse containers. Veel fout parkeerders. Het is een rustige buurt met al de voorzieningen op loop afstand.
Auto-translated to English by AIIk woon in een fijne en rustige buurt waar ik mij veilig voel. De buurt is schoon en de mensen zijn over het algemeen vriendelijk en behulpzaam. Er zijn voldoende voorzieningen in de omgeving en ik vind het prettig dat alles goed bereikbaar is. Ook vind ik het fijn dat er genoeg groen en rustige plekken zijn. Over het algemeen ben ik tevreden met mijn buurt en voel ik mij hier thuis.
Auto-translated to English by AILovely place to live. Close to the sea, city centre and shops. Wide choice of schools. Good community spirit. Street parties etc.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere is a lot of nature, many facilities, everything is nearby: a shopping centre, schools, a bus station.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery nice neighbourhood, near the centre and easily accessible
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet neighbourhood with a bustling shopping street around the corner
Auto-translated to English by AILove it, it's quiet
Auto-translated to English by AINothing, I'm living with my in-laws
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €569,471 | €486,601 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,262 | – |
| Rent price | €2,306 p/m | €2,208 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 p/m | – |
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