A classic apartment on a grand avenue
This apartment sits on the stately Laan van Meerdervoort, in the Sweelinckplein e.o. neighbourhood of 'S-Gravenhage. It is a home with character, built in 1902, and it is offered for €375,000. That asking price is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €831,407. For context, the average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €6,406, while this home is listed at €5,682 per square metre. If you are looking at [apartments in Den Haag], this one stands out for its price.
The home itself
This apartment is on the third floor and has three rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is 66 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 70 square metres. The home has a volume of 247 cubic metres. The energy label is C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs. The apartment is part of a building from 1902, a fact that speaks to its age but says nothing about its condition.
Life in Sweelinckplein e.o.
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.04, 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, however, is less enthusiastic: "I hate it here, please get me out." A third resident, who grew up here, notes: "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." The neighbourhood has around 5,990 inhabitants, and about 57% of the homes are owner-occupied. This mix of voices gives a sense of a place with both charm and drawbacks, as is often the case in a city. For more on the area, see [the Sweelinckplein e.o. neighbourhood].
Amenities and transport
Daily life here is convenient. The nearest tram stop, Valkenbosplein, is on your doorstep, with tram lines 3, 21 and N3. A couple of streets away, at Conradkade, bus line 21 stops. For groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Jumbo and PLUS are a couple of streets away as well. The nearest pharmacy, Apotheek Archimedes, is just around the corner. The nearest GP, MediCor Gezondheidszorg, is a ten-minute walk. For secondary education, the nearest school is a ten-minute walk, and the nearest primary school is also a ten-minute walk. The nearest train station, Den Haag Centraal, is about 3.2 kilometres away. This is all part of [the municipality of Den Haag], which offers a wide range of facilities.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €305,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 23% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 12%, from €272,000 to €305,000. As for the address, there are some area-level indications to note. The noise level from road traffic is 68 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. For climate, the pluvial flooding risk is medium, the flood risk is low, and heat stress is currently medium but could become elevated by 2050. These are indications at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Arnold Taal Makelaardij.
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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 Laan van Meerdervoort 297B, 'S-Gravenhage
How does the asking price compare to the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €375,000 is 55% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €831,407. The price per square metre is €5,682, which is 11% below the neighbourhood average of €6,406 per square metre. This makes the asking price keen compared to other homes currently for sale in the area.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment has three rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. It is located on the third floor of the building. The living area is listed as 66 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 70 square metres. The volume of the home is 247 cubic metres.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is €305,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €375,000 is 23% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 12%, from €272,000 in 2020 to €305,000 in 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public data, the noise level from road traffic at this address is 68 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 23 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 18 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, specifically in 1902. The KCAF attention area indicates that 100% of the properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the climate risks for this location?
According to the climate impact atlas, the pluvial flooding risk at this address is medium, meaning there is a moderate chance of flooding from heavy rain. The flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium, but could become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not a property-specific assessment.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The nearest tram stop is Valkenbosplein, which is on your doorstep, with tram lines 3, 21 and N3. A couple of streets away, at Conradkade, bus line 21 stops. The nearest train station is Den Haag Centraal, about 3.2 kilometres away. This makes the home accessible by both tram and bus.
What amenities are within walking distance?
There are several supermarkets nearby, including Albert Heijn at 436 metres, Jumbo at 464 metres and PLUS at 509 metres. The nearest pharmacy, Apotheek Archimedes, is 317 metres away. The nearest GP, MediCor Gezondheidszorg, is 3.2 kilometres away. For schools, the nearest primary school is 4.6 kilometres away, and the nearest secondary school is 5.4 kilometres away.
What do residents say about living in this neighbourhood?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.04, based on three reviews. One resident praises the location: "Close to the sea, city centre and shops. Wide choice of schools. Good community spirit." Another resident, however, expresses strong dissatisfaction. A third resident, who grew up here, appreciates the accessibility and the safe playgrounds and parks for children.
