A classic apartment in the heart of Den Haag
This apartment on Herderinnestraat 5 sits in the lively Zuidwal area, right in the middle of Den Haag. Built in 1903, it has a classic character with a modern touch, thanks to its A+ energy label. The last known rent of €1,820 was about 20% below the neighbourhood average of €2,275, so it was keenly priced for the area. For context, this was one of many [apartments in Den Haag] at the time on the market. This home has not been online since 14 September 2026.
The Zuidwal neighbourhood
Zuidwal is a dense, multicultural part of the city, with an address density of over 8,600 per square kilometre. Most households are single people, and the streets are busy, especially at weekends. One resident describes it as a "multicultural neighbourhood with many amenities," noting "increasing greenery, everything in the neighbourhood." Another calls it a "Binnenstadt," saying it is "very centrally located in the shopping district and easily accessible by public transport or bike," though they add that "sometimes an unsafe atmosphere on the streets at night" can occur. Based on two reviews, the overall score is 7.6 out of 10. This is [the Zuidwal neighbourhood] in a nutshell.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with a SPAR express and a Jumbo a couple of streets away, so bread and groceries are never far. For families, there are several primary schools within a short walk, including De Parachute and the Protestant Christelijke Basisschool Groen van Prinsterer, while secondary options like Sint-Maartenscollege and Gymnasium Novum are a bit further out. The area is part of [the municipality of Den Haag], which brings all the city's amenities within reach.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via The House of Expats.
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About Herderinnestraat 5, 'S-Gravenhage
Was €1,820 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,820 was about 20% below the neighbourhood average of €2,275 for rentals. With a floor area of 62 m², that worked out to roughly €29 per m², which was above the neighbourhood average of €24.23 per m². So while the total rent was below average, the price per square metre was on the higher side, reflecting the central location.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A+, which is the most efficient label available. The label is an official registration, so it reflects the property's energy performance as certified.
How close is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, which is about a fifteen-minute walk or a short bike ride. This makes it easy to get around the city and beyond, especially given the central location of the neighbourhood.
What is the neighbourhood like for daily life?
Zuidwal is very central, with a large supermarket just around the corner and several others within a couple of streets. A GP practice is a five-minute walk away, and there are restaurants right on your doorstep. The streets are busy, especially at weekends, and one resident notes that the atmosphere can feel unsafe at night.
Are there schools nearby for families?
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. The nearest primary school, De Parachute, is about 2.4 km away, and the Protestant Christelijke Basisschool Groen van Prinsterer is around 3 km. For secondary education, Sint-Maartenscollege and Gymnasium Novum are both about 3.2 km from the home.
How many rentals are available in the area right now?
There were at the time 24 rentals available in the Zuidwal neighbourhood, with prices ranging from €974 to €3,750. The average rent was €2,275 and the median was €2,500. Of these, 8 had received paid responses, and 294 rentals had been let in the area recently, with an average listing time of 37 days.
