A lively start in the heart of The Hague
This apartment on the Grote Marktstraat puts you right in the middle of the city's shopping district, where the streets buzz with energy and everything you need is close at hand. At €1,023 per month, the rent sits well below the neighbourhood average of €2,250, which makes it a keen option for anyone looking to live centrally without the usual price tag. For context, apartments in Den Haag typically command higher rents, so this one stands out.
Life in Zuidwal
The Zuidwal neighbourhood is a multicultural area with a strong urban pulse. One resident describes it as a "Multicultural neighbourhood with many amenities," adding that there is "increasing greenery, everything in the neighbourhood." Another calls it "Binnenstadt," noting it is "very centrally located in the shopping district and easily accessible by public transport or bike," with "a park and two forests within walking distance." They also mention the streets are "usually very busy on the weekends" and that there can be "an unsafe atmosphere on the streets at night." Based on two reviews, the overall score is 7.6 out of 10, reflecting a mix of convenience and urban challenges.
Daily life on the street
For daily errands, you are on your doorstep with an Albert Heijn right at the building, and a Jumbo just around the corner. A SPAR express is a couple of streets away, and another Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk, so grocery shopping is never a hassle. For schools, the nearest primary options are a bit further out, with De Parachute about a ten-minute walk and the Protestant Christelijke Basisschool Groen van Prinsterer a bit beyond that. Secondary education is also within reach, with Sint-Maartenscollege and Gymnasium Novum both around a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Den Haag offers a dense network of amenities, and the train station is about 1.4 km away, making commutes straightforward.
Listing details
At the time of writing, this home is listed only via Hulshof Makelaars B.V.
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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 Grote Marktstraat 1A, 'S-Gravenhage
Is €1,023 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is 55% below the neighbourhood average of €2,250, which makes it a keen price for the area. The floor area of 76 m² is 25% smaller than the average of 101 m², so you are paying less for a more compact space. Given the central location and the market figures, this rent is on the low side compared to other rentals in Zuidwal.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E, which is an official registration from EP-Online. It indicates the home's energy performance, but it does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. With label E, you can expect moderate energy costs, though the exact amount depends on your usage and the current energy prices.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
There is an Albert Heijn right at the building, so you can do your shopping without going far. A Jumbo is just 96 metres away, and a SPAR express is 141 metres from the door. Another Albert Heijn is 257 metres away, and an Ekoplaza is 332 metres, giving you plenty of options within a short walk.
What are the schools like in the area?
The nearest primary school is De Parachute, about 2.4 km away, and the Protestant Christelijke Basisschool Groen van Prinsterer is around 3.1 km. For secondary education, Sint-Maartenscollege is 3.2 km and Gymnasium Novum is 3.3 km. These distances mean a bit of a journey, but the options are there.
How is the neighbourhood for daily life?
Residents describe Zuidwal as a multicultural area with many amenities, and one notes that greenery is increasing. It is very centrally located in the shopping district, and a park and two forests are within walking distance. The streets can be busy at weekends, and some mention an unsafe atmosphere at night, so it is a lively but mixed environment.
What is the public transport situation?
The train station is 1.4 km away, which is about a 15-minute walk. The neighbourhood is described as easily accessible by public transport or bike, so you have good options for getting around the city and beyond.
