A classic apartment in the Heesterbuurt
Tucked away on a quiet road in the Heesterbuurt, this ground-floor apartment from 1926 sits in a lively part of Den Haag. The neighbourhood is a mix of pre-war housing and everyday conveniences, with the centre of The Hague just a short ride away. At €245,000, the asking price is keen compared with the neighbourhood average of €409,092, and it is the cheapest of the 38 homes currently for sale in the area. For context, apartments in Den Haag typically go for more.
Inside the home
The apartment spans three floors and includes four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area is 63 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 60 m². There is a balcony, and the property is fully owned. The home has no insulation and is heated by gas heaters, and the monthly HOA fee is €58.46. The energy label is F, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs.
Life in the Heesterbuurt
Residents of the Valkenboskwartier district, which includes this neighbourhood, give their surroundings an average score of 7.75 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Very nice neighbourhood, near the centre and easily accessible." Another notes: "Quite noisy neighbourhood because you live next to a busy road, but otherwise always a very nice neighbourhood. You can live here in larger or smaller homes. It's tidy and you're quickly in the centre of The Hague or at the beach, for example." The district has a mix of households, with 55% single-person households and 25% households with children. The Heesterbuurt neighbourhood is home to around 6,800 people.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Ekoplaza is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. For primary education, WSKO Basisschool De Hofvilla is a ten-minute walk, and De Parachute is a similar distance. The nearest GP is MediCor Gezondheidszorg at Rijswijkseplein, and Apotheek De Vlierboom is just around the corner. Bus line 21 stops at Kamperfoeliestraat on your doorstep, and tram line 2 at Valkenboslaan is a couple of streets away. The nearest train station is Den Haag Moerwijk, about 3 km away. The municipality of Den Haag offers further amenities within easy reach.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for 2025 is €225,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 9% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 64%, from €137,000 to €225,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the area-level climate data shows medium pluvial flooding risk and medium heat stress, with low flood risk now and in 2050. 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 Helm & Heus Makelaars.
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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.
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About Jasmijnstraat 42, 'S-Gravenhage
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €245,000 is 40% below the average asking price of €409,092 for homes currently for sale in the Heesterbuurt. It is also the cheapest of the 38 homes on the market in this neighbourhood. The price per square metre is €3,889 based on the agent's listed floor area, which is 18% below the neighbourhood average of €4,746 per m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this ground-floor apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. The living area is listed as 63 m², while the BAG registration records 60 m². There is a balcony, and the property is fully owned. The home is heated by gas heaters and has no insulation, according to the agent.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value for 2025 is €225,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price of €245,000 is 9% above this value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 64%, from €137,000 in 2020 to €225,000 in 2025. The WOZ value is set by the municipality and does not necessarily reflect the current market value.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on public data from KCAF. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1926, before 1970, and 100% of the properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. No specific foundation defects are stated.
What are the nearest amenities and public transport options?
The Ekoplaza supermarket is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. The nearest pharmacy, Apotheek De Vlierboom, is also just around the corner. For public transport, bus line 21 stops at Kamperfoeliestraat on your doorstep, and tram line 2 at Valkenboslaan is a couple of streets away. The nearest train station is Den Haag Moerwijk, about 3 km away.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the Valkenboskwartier district, which includes the Heesterbuurt, give their surroundings an average score of 7.75 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident describes it as a "very nice neighbourhood, near the centre and easily accessible." Another mentions it is "quite noisy" next to a busy road but otherwise "always a very nice neighbourhood." These reviews reflect the district as a whole, not just this specific street.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label for this home is F. This is the least efficient label, so you can expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient homes. The agent states that the home has no insulation and is heated by gas heaters. No further details about the construction or installations are provided in the listing.
Is there a balcony and what is the ownership situation?
Yes, the agent states that a balcony is present. The property is fully owned, meaning there is no leasehold. The monthly HOA fee is €58.46. The home is located on the ground floor and is described as being on a quiet road in a residential area.
