A 1927 apartment on a busy road
This apartment on Escamplaan 74 sits in Rustenburg, a neighbourhood in Den Haag where the streets have a lived-in, urban feel. Built in 1927, the building is part of an area where almost all homes date from before 1945. The asking price is €319,500. For context, the average asking price in the neighbourhood is €319,310, and the average asking price per square metre in Rustenburg is €4,454, while this home is listed at €3,631 per square metre. If you are looking at [apartments in Den Haag], this one has a particular character.
Inside the home
The apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor on the first living level. The living area is 88 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 86 square metres. The home has a rear garden facing southeast, and the volume is 280 cubic metres. The property is held under municipal ground lease, with the perpetual lease bought off, so there is no ongoing ground rent. The agent notes double glazing and partial double glazing, and the home is heated by a central heating boiler. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €80.
Life in Rustenburg
Rustenburg is a neighbourhood where residents give an average score of 6.78 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident says: "The flat I live in is nice to live in, but towards the Apeldoornselaan/Dierenselaan it is really going downhill. Next to and behind the flat, fires have been set several times, which certainly gives the older residents an unpleasant feeling." Another resident mentions: "Our biggest concern is crime. My husband's work van has been broken into three times." A third resident notes: "It's safe but quite far from the city. Public transport is always slow and breaks down." The neighbourhood has about 6,160 residents, and 48% of households are single-person households. For a closer look at [the Rustenburg neighbourhood], these reviews give a sense of daily life here.
Amenities and getting around
The pharmacy, Service Apotheek Zuiderpark, is just around the corner. For groceries, an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, and a Jumbo is a ten-minute walk. The nearest primary school, WSKO Basisschool De Hofvilla, is about 4.3 kilometres away, which is a longer trip. Public transport is close: the Tienhovenselaan tram stop is on your doorstep, with trams 4 and 6, and a bus stop with line 456. The nearest train station, Den Haag Moerwijk, is about 2.4 kilometres away. The hospital, HagaZiekenhuis Juliana Kinderziekenhuis, is 1.3 kilometres away. For more on [the municipality of Den Haag], this area offers a mix of urban conveniences.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €320,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is virtually equal to the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 35%, from €237,000 to €320,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 65 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is medium now and in 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Agterberg Makelaardij and listings on Funda and Vastgoed Nederland.
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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 Escamplaan 74, 'S-Gravenhage
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €319,500 is virtually equal to the WOZ value of €320,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 35%, from €237,000 in 2020 to €320,000 in 2025. This gives a sense of how the municipal valuation has moved, but the asking price is set by the seller.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor on the first living level. The living area is 88 square metres as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration records 86 square metres. The home also has a rear garden facing southeast. The volume is 280 cubic metres, and the property is held under municipal ground lease with the perpetual lease bought off.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This label indicates the home's energy performance, and with label C, you can expect moderate energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent notes that the home has double glazing and partial double glazing, and it is heated by a central heating boiler. The energy label is a fact about the home, and the actual costs will depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public risk data at the address level. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The building dates from 1927, which is before 1970, and the entire postcode area is noted as a KCAF attention area, with 100% of properties built before 1970. This information comes from sources like KCAF and is meant as a general indication.
What are the noise levels around this home?
The noise level from road traffic at this address is 65 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 30 dB Lden, which is not above the standard, and aircraft noise is 20 dB Lden, also not above the standard. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself. The home is described by the agent as being on a busy road.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 309 metres, which is a couple of streets away. Another Albert Heijn is at 601 metres, and a Jumbo is at 657 metres, both about a ten-minute walk. For schools, the nearest primary school is WSKO Basisschool De Hofvilla at about 4.3 kilometres, followed by De Parachute at 4.6 kilometres. These are the closest options within a 5-kilometre radius.
How is the public transport in this area?
Public transport is very close. The Tienhovenselaan tram stop is at 48 metres, with trams 4 and 6, so it is on your doorstep. A bus stop at Den Haag, Zuiderparklaan/Escamplaan is at 128 metres, with bus line 456. The nearest train station is Den Haag Moerwijk, at about 2.4 kilometres. This gives you several options for getting around the city and beyond.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of Rustenburg give the neighbourhood an average score of 6.78 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident says: "The flat I live in is nice to live in, but towards the Apeldoornselaan/Dierenselaan it is really going downhill." Another mentions concerns about crime and theft, while a third says: "It's safe but quite far from the city." The reviews reflect a mix of positive and negative experiences, so it is worth reading them in full.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association fee is €80. This fee is paid to the homeowners' association, which typically covers shared costs such as maintenance of common areas and the building's exterior. The fee is stated in the listing, and it is a recurring cost to factor into your monthly budget. The exact coverage of the fee is not detailed in the listing.
Is the home on a busy road?
Yes, the agent describes the setting as on a busy road and in a residential area. This is reflected in the noise data, which shows road traffic noise at 65 dB Lden, above the noise standard. The home is located on the first living level, which may affect how much noise you experience inside. The agent's description is a factual note about the location.
