A 1930s apartment in Leyenburg
This 1936 portiekwoning apartment sits in Leyenburg, a pre-war neighbourhood in Den Haag where the streets are lined with older homes and the pace of life feels unhurried. The asking price of €249,500 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €333,538, and it is one of 117 homes currently for sale in the area. For context, the average asking price per square metre in Leyenburg is €4,034, while this home comes in at €3,724 per square metre. If you are looking at [apartments in Den Haag], this one sits at the lower end of the price range.
Inside the home
The apartment is on the first floor and has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single level. The living area is 66 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 67 square metres. The home has a balcony, partial double glazing, and a central heating boiler. It is offered as full ownership, with a monthly homeowners' association fee of €100. The energy label is C, which means the home is moderately efficient, so heating costs will be noticeable but not extreme.
Life in Leyenburg
Leyenburg is a neighbourhood with a village-like feel, according to residents, though it is not without its frustrations. One resident describes it as a quiet area with all amenities within walking distance, but notes that the neighbourhood is going downhill, with litter around underground containers and many cars parked incorrectly. Another resident echoes the parking problem and mentions a flat on Soesterbergstraat that does not fit in with the 1940s architecture, yet appreciates the proximity to Zuiderpark. A third resident calls it a cosy old neighbourhood with older houses that could use some maintenance, but praises the shopping centres and public transport. Based on nine reviews, residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.51. The area is home to about 17,000 people, and 51% of households are single-person households. For more on the area, see [the neighbourhood of Leyenburg].
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Lidl is just around the corner, and the Albert Heijn and Jumbo are a five-minute walk away. The nearest pharmacy, Service Alpha Apotheek, is on your doorstep, and the HagaZiekenhuis Juliana Kinderziekenhuis is a ten-minute walk. For public transport, bus stops at Almeloplein and Zuiderpark are a couple of streets away, with lines 25, 26, and N4, and the Monnickendamplein tram stop is a five-minute walk with lines 4, 6, and N3. The nearest train station, Den Haag Moerwijk, is about 2.4 kilometres away. For more on the wider area, see [the municipality of Den Haag]. According to public address-level risk data, the home is in an area with a medium foundation risk indication, which is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970. The noise level from road traffic is 68 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. For climate risks, the area has a medium indication for pluvial flooding and heat stress, with a low flood risk now and in 2050, and an elevated heat stress indication for 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Hooghlanden makelaars and Hooghlanden makelaars.
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About Driebergenstraat 237, 'S-Gravenhage
How does the asking price compare to other homes in Leyenburg?
The asking price of €249,500 is 25% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €333,538, which is described as keen. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €4,034, while this home is listed at €3,724 per square metre, which is 8% below the neighbourhood average. These figures are based on the current listings in Leyenburg, where 117 homes are for sale.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is a first-floor portiekwoning apartment with four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single level. The living area is 66 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists it as 67 square metres. The home has a balcony and a volume of 236 cubic metres. It is offered as full ownership with a monthly homeowners' association fee of €100.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This label indicates a moderate level of energy efficiency, so you can expect heating costs that are noticeable but not extreme. The home has partial double glazing and a central heating boiler, according to the agent. The energy label is a general indication, and actual costs will depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The public address-level risk data indicates a medium foundation risk for this area. This is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, and 100% of the properties in this postcode area were built before that year. The soil type is sand. This is not an inspection of this specific home, but a general indication for the area.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public address-level data, the noise level from road traffic is 68 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Railway noise is 27 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 21 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on 2022 and 2023 data, and actual noise levels can vary depending on the time of day and specific location.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is a Lidl, which is about 330 metres away, just around the corner. An Albert Heijn is about 490 metres away, and a Jumbo is about 540 metres away, both a five-minute walk. There are also other supermarkets within a short distance, including another Albert Heijn at about 1 kilometre and a Hoogvliet at about 1.4 kilometres.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stops are Almeloplein and Zuiderpark, both about 330 to 370 metres away, with bus lines 25, 26, and N4. The Monnickendamplein stop, about 470 metres away, offers tram lines 4, 6, and N3. The nearest train station is Den Haag Moerwijk, about 2.4 kilometres away. These stops provide access to the local public transport network.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents describe Leyenburg as a quiet, village-like neighbourhood with amenities within walking distance, but they also mention issues such as parking problems and litter around underground containers. One resident notes that the neighbourhood is going downhill, while another appreciates the proximity to Zuiderpark. Based on nine reviews, the average score is 7.51 out of 10.
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, the monthly homeowners' association fee is €100. This fee is stated in the listing and is common for apartments in the Netherlands. The fee typically covers shared maintenance and insurance, but the specific services included are not detailed in the listing.
