A classic apartment in Statenkwartier
This 1907 apartment sits on the second floor of a stately building on Jacob Gillesstraat, in the heart of Statenkwartier. The area is known for its wide, tree-lined streets and pre-war architecture, and this home fits right in. With a living area of 66 m² according to the agent, the asking price of €349,500 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €946,586.
The home itself
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The agent lists the living area at 66 m², while the BAG registration records 65 m². The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is offered as full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €150.
Life in Statenkwartier
Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 8.27, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Statenkwartier is a lively neighbourhood where people who speak many languages live. This makes it a very diverse group of residents. Nature is close by in the form of parks and woodland. Beautiful and truly old houses give it a stately character and create atmosphere." Another adds: "I feel very safe here, and having the big shopping street of the Fred so close by is perfect!" The district has about 10,310 inhabitants, and many of the homes were built before 1945. For more on the Statenkwartier neighbourhood, see the neighbourhood page.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The pharmacy Apotheek Statenkwartier is just around the corner, and the nearest GP practice is a short drive away. An Albert Heijn supermarket is a couple of streets away, with another two within a ten-minute walk. For public transport, bus line 24 stops at Van Boetzelaerlaan on your doorstep, and lines 21 and 24 at Cornelis de Wittlaan just around the corner. The nearest train station is Den Haag Centraal, about 3.4 km away. For more on the municipality of Den Haag, see the municipal page.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home was €295,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 18% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 26%, from €234,000 to €295,000. As for the area, the road traffic noise level is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise is below it. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the climate indications for pluvial flooding and flood risk are low, with heat stress currently medium. 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 Claassen & Partners Verkoopmakelaars and Expat & Real Estate.
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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 Jacob Gillesstraat 20, 'S-Gravenhage
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €349,500 is 63% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €946,586. The price per square metre is €5,295 based on the agent's listed area, which is 15% below the neighbourhood average of €6,208 per m². The price verdict is described as keen compared with the neighbourhood average.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has three rooms in total: two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 66 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 65 m². The home is located on the second floor and has a volume of 259 m³.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value was €295,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 18% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 26%, from €234,000 in 2020 to €295,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public risk data, the road traffic noise level at this address is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Aircraft noise is 17 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These are area-level indications based on 2022 data, not a measurement of this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, in 1907, and that 100% of the properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication from KCAF, not an inspection of this particular home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn at 424 metres, which is a couple of streets away. Another Albert Heijn is at 790 metres, and a third at 915 metres, both within a ten-minute walk. A PLUS supermarket is at 1,175 metres. In total, there are 69 supermarkets within 5 km.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school is De Parachute at 4,953 metres, and the nearest secondary school is Sint-Maartenscollege at 5,736 metres. There are also other schools within about 6 km, including Protestants Christelijke Basisschool Groen van Prinsterer and Gymnasium Novum. The nearest childcare centre is at 0.4 km.
What public transport options are available?
Bus line 24 stops at Van Boetzelaerlaan at 154 metres, and lines 24 and N1 at Aert van der Goesstraat at 162 metres. Line 21 also stops at Cornelis de Wittlaan at 187 metres. The nearest train station is Den Haag Centraal at 3,399 metres.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label for this home is B. This label indicates the energy performance of the building, and with label B you can expect moderate energy costs. The agent also states that the home has double glazing, which can help with insulation. The label is not a statement about the structural condition of the building.
How do residents rate living in this district?
Residents of the wider district, which includes Statenkwartier and Geuzenkwartier, give an average score of 8.27 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident praises the lively, diverse atmosphere and the proximity to parks and the shopping street. Another mentions that parking can be a problem in the smaller streets. These reviews reflect the district, not just this specific neighbourhood.
