A classic apartment on a lively Hague street
This apartment sits on the Laan van Meerdervoort, one of The Hague's long, busy thoroughfares, in the Valkenboskwartier. It is a 1907 building, so the home carries the character of its era. The asking price is €315,000. For context, apartments in Den Haag are listed across a wide range of prices in this market.
Inside the home
The apartment is on the second floor and covers 59 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 63 m². It has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, and there is a balcony. It is offered as full ownership, with a monthly homeowners' association fee of €125. The agent notes the property is on a busy road and in a residential area.
Life in the Valkenboskwartier
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.75, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Very nice neighbourhood, near the centre and easily accessible." Another describes it as "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. Lovely people around you. It's a 5-minute walk from the Albert Heijn. There are also small shops within walking distance. There's a good driving school, Phillipo." A third review is less positive, noting "it smells very bad." The neighbourhood has about 11,670 residents, and a large share of households are single-person. For more on the area, see the Valkenboskwartier neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and Jumbo and Albert Heijn are a five-minute walk away. The nearest primary school, De Parachute, is about 4.8 km away, while the nearest GP, MediCor Gezondheidszorg at Rijswijkseplein, is roughly 3.4 km. The BENU Fahrenheit Apotheek is just around the corner. For public transport, the Valkenbosplein stop is on your doorstep, served by tram and bus lines 3, 21 and N3. The nearest train station, Den Haag HS, is about 3.4 km away. The wider area falls under the municipality of Den Haag.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €370,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 15% below this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 80%, from €206,000 to €370,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 65 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and elevated by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including B&F Makelaar and its listings on Pararius, Funda and Vastgoed Nederland.
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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 374A, 'S-Gravenhage
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €315,000 is 15% below the WOZ value of €370,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. This means the asking price is lower than the official valuation. The price is also 31% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €455,788.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 59 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 63 m². There is a balcony, and the home is on the second floor. The property is offered as full ownership, with a monthly homeowners' association fee of €125.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is not the most efficient label, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, according to the agent. The energy label is based on the building's characteristics and does not say anything about the condition of the construction. For a more precise estimate of energy costs, you would need to look at actual usage.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public data from KCAF. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The building dates from 1907, and the entire postcode area consists of buildings constructed before 1970. This means there is a possibility of foundation issues, but it is not a certainty. No further details are available in the listing.
How noisy is the area around this apartment?
The address is on a busy road, and the noise level from road traffic is 65 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Railway noise is 23 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 19 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data from Atlas Leefomgeving, not measurements inside the home. The agent also notes the property is on a busy road.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The PLUS supermarket is just around the corner at 255 metres. Jumbo is about 468 metres away, and there are three Albert Heijn stores within 530 to 569 metres. This means you have several options for groceries within a short walk. The nearest pharmacy, BENU Fahrenheit Apotheek, is also just around the corner at 330 metres.
What public transport options are available?
The Valkenbosplein stop is on your doorstep at 167 metres, served by tram and bus lines 3, 21 and N3. The Copernicusplein stop is 188 metres away with lines 12 and 21, and Fahrenheitstraat is 235 metres away with lines 3 and 12. The nearest train station is Den Haag HS, about 3.4 km away. This gives you good access to trams and buses without needing a car.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents give the Valkenboskwartier an average score of 7.75, based on five reviews. One resident praises the neighbourhood as "very nice, near the centre and easily accessible." Another mentions it is "quite noisy" due to the busy road but otherwise "always a very nice neighbourhood," with tidy streets and friendly people. A third review is less positive, noting a bad smell. The reviews reflect a mix of opinions, so it is worth considering the noise factor.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
The WOZ value has risen by 80% between 2020 and 2025, from €206,000 to €370,000. This is a significant increase over five years. The reference date for the current WOZ value is 1 January 2025. This development is based on municipal data and reflects the general trend in property values in this area.
Is there a risk of flooding or heat stress at this address?
According to the Klimaateffectatlas, the risk of pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while the flood risk from rivers or the sea is low, both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium, but is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not specific to this home. They give an idea of how the area may be affected by climate change.
