Noordpolderbuurt, Den Haag
NeighbourhoodThis 61 m² apartment on Drebbelstraat sits in the Noordpolderbuurt, a neighbourhood where residents say 'everyone grew up together, making the neighbourhood feel like one close-knit community'. Priced at €249,000, it's below the neighbourhood average of €290,397, making it a keen buy compared to other apartments in Den Haag.
The neighbourhood Noordpolderbuurt gets a solid 8.17 out of 10 from residents. One resident calls it 'the cosiest neighbourhood', with good neighbours, lots of shops, and easy public transport. Another notes it has a 'bad reputation' but finds it decent, with parks and amenities, though they mention some nuisance and litter. The area is densely built (5,606 addresses per km²) and very urban, with a mix of ages and many single-person households.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Jumbo and Aldi are a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Protestant Christelijke Basisschool Groen van Prinsterer, is a ten-minute walk, while Gymnasium Novum for secondary education is a bit further. The municipality Den Haag offers plenty of parks and a petting zoo nearby, as residents mention.
At the time of writing the home is listed via NassauHuis Makelaardij and also appears on Funda, so you can find it through several channels.
Details of this home
Drebbelstraat 161, 'S-Gravenhage
Very good · 6 residents
I 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 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 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 AIIf something ever goes wrong, it's not immediately 'yes police', but we usually talk it out among ourselves. We trust each other that someone won't immediately be reported if, for example, they make noise. Usually we just address the neighbour directly instead of making a big deal out of it.
Auto-translated to English by AII’ve lived in Laak as an international student for over a year now and I had great experiences with the people and amenities available. Everyone speaks English and I have experienced no harassment about not being Dutch.
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About Drebbelstraat 161, 'S-Gravenhage
The asking price of €249,000 is below the neighbourhood average of €290,397 and the median of €279,999. For a 61 m² apartment with energy label A, it works out at about €4,082 per m², which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €3,998 per m². Given the good energy rating and the quiet, social neighbourhood, the price seems keen.
The Noordpolderbuurt scores 8.17 out of 10 from residents. They describe it as quiet, safe, and social, with a close community where people know each other. There are plenty of shops, parks, and public transport links. Some mention occasional litter and nuisance, but overall it's a pleasant place to live.
The nearest train station is 1.9 km away, which is about a 20-minute walk or a short bike ride. The neighbourhood is well connected by public transport, with bus and tram options nearby.
Albert Heijn is just around the corner (178 m), and Jumbo and Aldi are about a five-minute walk away (612 m). There are also many other shops in the area, making daily errands easy.
Yes, the flat has energy label A, which is very efficient. This means lower heating costs and a comfortable home. In the neighbourhood, 20% of homes have label A, so this is a good find.
The flat has 61 m² of living space, which typically accommodates one or two bedrooms, but you would need to check the layout with the agent.
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