Galvanistraat 85
Sweelinckplein en omgeving, Den Haag
NeighbourhoodA spacious apartment in a lively Den Haag neighbourhood
This apartment on Galvanistraat 85 sits in the Sweelinckplein e.o. neighbourhood, a lively part of Den Haag with a strong community feel. Built in 1912, the home spans three floors and offers a generous living area. With an asking price of €650,000, it sits 31% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €942,451, making it a sharp deal compared to other apartments in Den Haag.
The home itself
The agent describes this as a downstairs-plus-upstairs apartment with five rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom. It has a rear garden facing northwest and is located on the ground floor. The property is freehold with a homeowners' association fee of €200 per month. According to the agent, the living area is 128 m², while the BAG registration lists 123 m². The home has partial double glazing and a central heating boiler.
Sweelinckplein e.o.
Residents give the Sweelinckplein e.o. neighbourhood a 7.04 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: 'Lovely place to live. Close to the sea, city centre and shops. Wide choice of schools. Good community spirit. Street parties etc.' Another resident is less enthusiastic: 'I hate it here, please get me out.' The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with a third of residents between 25 and 45, and half of households are single-person. It's a very urban area with over 6,600 addresses per km².
Amenities and transport
For daily groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Jumbo and PLUS are a couple of streets away. A pharmacy is on your doorstep. The tram stop Valkenbosplein is on your doorstep, with lines 3, 21 and N3. Bus line 21 stops at Conradkade, a couple of streets away. Den Haag Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood has several playgrounds and small parks, as noted by a resident. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Den Haag.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value was set at €645,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 1% above that. The home is in an area with a medium foundation risk indication (built before 1970). Noise from road traffic is above the norm at 51 dB Lden, while rail and aircraft noise are within limits. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, flood risk is low, and heat stress is currently medium but expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via two channels, including Van Paaschen Makelaardij on Funda.
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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 Galvanistraat 85, 'S-Gravenhage
What is the asking price and how does it compare to the neighbourhood?
The asking price is €650,000. That is 31% below the average asking price in the Sweelinckplein e.o. neighbourhood, which is €942,451. The median asking price in the area is €785,000, so this apartment is priced well below the median.
How many rooms and bedrooms does the apartment have?
According to the agent, the apartment has five rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom. It spans three floors and has a living area of 128 m² (the BAG registration lists 123 m²). The property also has a rear garden facing northwest.
What is the WOZ value and how does it relate to the asking price?
The WOZ value was set at €645,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price of €650,000 is 1% above that WOZ value. The WOZ is the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What are the noise levels like in this area?
Road traffic noise is above the norm at 51 dB Lden. Rail noise is 23 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 18 dB Lden, both within limits. These are area-level indications from public data, not a measurement at the property itself.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
Albert Heijn is just around the corner (489 m), and Jumbo and PLUS are a couple of streets away. For primary education, De Parachute is 4.6 km away and Protestants Christelijke Basisschool Groen van Prinsterer is 5.3 km away. Secondary schools include Sint-Maartenscollege and Gymnasium Novum.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Residents rate the Sweelinckplein e.o. neighbourhood 7.04 out of 10. One resident says it's a 'lovely place to live' with good community spirit and street parties. Another resident gives a low score. The area is very urban with many singles and a mix of ages.
Is there a garden?
Yes, the apartment has a rear garden facing northwest. The property is located on the ground floor, so the garden is directly accessible.
What is the energy label?
The agent has not published this information.
What public transport options are available?
Tram stop Valkenbosplein is on your doorstep, serving lines 3, 21 and N3. Bus line 21 stops at Conradkade, a couple of streets away. Den Haag Centraal station is a ten-minute walk.
What is the foundation risk in this area?
The foundation risk indication is medium. The home was built in 1912, before 1970, and the entire postcode area is in a KCAF attention zone. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific property.
Experiences from Sweelinckplein en omgeving
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Lovely 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 AII hate it here, please get me out.
Auto-translated to English by AII think this is a very nice place to have grown up, it is very accessible by public transport and other modes of transport. Yet there are also small streets where you can play outside. There are a few playgrounds and small parks that are safe for children. And there are enough shops in the neighbourhood that you have all your amenities close by.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Sweelinckplein en omgeving
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €890,412 | €750,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,926 | – |
| Rent price | €2,544 p/m | €2,450 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 p/m | – |
Experiences from Duinoord
How residents experience their district
Lovely 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 AII hate it here, please get me out.
Auto-translated to English by AII think this is a very nice place to have grown up, it is very accessible by public transport and other modes of transport. Yet there are also small streets where you can play outside. There are a few playgrounds and small parks that are safe for children. And there are enough shops in the neighbourhood that you have all your amenities close by.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Duinoord
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €840,419 | €708,306 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,900 | – |
| Rent price | €2,418 p/m | €2,137 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
Experiences from Den Haag
How residents experience their municipality
Lovely 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 AIPleasant living in a neighbourhood with lots of children
Auto-translated to English by AIPeople keep to themselves, little to no nuisance, only parking is minimal.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Den Haag
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €573,339 | €495,235 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,255 | – |
| Rent price | €2,330 p/m | €2,219 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 p/m | – |
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Galvanistraat 85, 'S-Gravenhage
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