Malakkastraat 132
Archipelbuurt · 2585 SV 's-Gravenhage
A compact apartment in the Archipelbuurt
This upper-floor apartment sits in the Archipelbuurt, a residential pocket of Den Haag where the streets are lined with pre-war architecture and the atmosphere is calm and established. The last known asking price of €285,000 was in line with the market, which was notable given that it sat 73% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €1.061.861. For context, that average is pulled up by much larger homes, and this one is a compact starter. This home has not been online since 12 October 2026.
Inside the home
Built in 1979, this is a one-room apartment on the second floor with a single bathroom and a balcony. The living area was listed at 40 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 45 m². The home had block heating and was offered in full ownership, with an HOA fee of €195 per month.
Life in the Archipelbuurt
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.88, based on three reviews. One resident, who has lived here for 40 years, says: "If you live somewhere that long, it says a lot about the living pleasure and affordable housing." Another adds: "My experience with the neighbourhood is good, everyone looks out for each other and helps where needed, and that's nice to have." The area is home to around 6,355 people, with a mix of ages and a high share of single-person households. It is a very strongly urban area, with an address density of 3,450 per square kilometre, so you are never far from the bustle of the city. The [neighbourhood] itself is well established, with most homes built before 1945.
Amenities and getting around
For daily errands, the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with another and a Coop a couple of streets away. The BENU Apotheek Nauta is on your doorstep, and the nearest GP practice is MediCor Gezondheidszorg at the Rijswijkseplein, about a ten-minute walk. For schools, De Parachute provides primary education, while secondary options include Sint-Maartenscollege and Gymnasium Novum. Public transport is well covered: the Vredespaleis tram stop is a five-minute walk with lines 1, 24 and 28, and the Bankaplein bus stop is similarly close with lines 22 and 22B. Den Haag Centraal station is about 2 kilometres away, and the municipality of [the municipality of Den Haag] offers plenty of connections across the region.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €241,000, and the asking price sat 18% above that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 61%, from €150,000 to €241,000. As for the address itself, the area-level data shows road traffic noise at 50 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise stay below their respective norms. The foundation risk indication is low, though 93% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Santen & Gasille Makelaars & Taxateurs on Funda.
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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 Malakkastraat 132, 'S-Gravenhage
What was the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price was €285,000. This was in line with the market, according to the precomputed comparison with the neighbourhood average asking price of €1.061.861. The price per square metre, based on the agent's listed living area of 40 m², was €7,125.
How did the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €241,000. The asking price of €285,000 sat 18% above that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 61%, from €150,000 to €241,000, according to the municipal valuation records.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is a one-room apartment on the second floor, with one bathroom and a balcony. The living area was listed at 40 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 45 m². The home had block heating and was offered in full ownership, with an HOA fee of €195 per month.
What was the energy label and what did it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. The label does not say anything about the structural condition of the building.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to area-level data from KCAF. However, 93% of 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 noise levels like at this address?
Area-level data shows road traffic noise at 50 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Rail traffic noise is 22 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 18 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are indications at the address level, not measurements inside the home.
What is the flood and heat stress risk for this area?
The pluvial flooding risk is medium, meaning there is a moderate chance of surface water flooding during heavy rain. The current flood risk is low, and it is expected to remain low by 2050. Heat stress is currently medium, rising to elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The Albert Heijn supermarket is 534 metres away, with another at 622 metres and a Coop at 1,061 metres. The BENU Apotheek Nauta is 334 metres away, and the nearest GP practice is MediCor Gezondheidszorg at the Rijswijkseplein, about 2.7 kilometres. The Vredespaleis tram stop is 372 metres away with lines 1, 24 and 28.
How is the public transport in this neighbourhood?
The Vredespaleis tram stop is 372 metres away, serving lines 1, 24 and 28. The Bankaplein bus stop is 394 metres away with lines 22 and 22B, and the Alexanderplein stop is 415 metres away with lines 24 and 28. Den Haag Centraal train station is about 2 kilometres away.
What do residents say about living in the Archipelbuurt?
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.88, based on three reviews. One resident who has lived here for 40 years says: "If you live somewhere that long, it says a lot about the living pleasure and affordable housing." Another notes: "My experience with the neighbourhood is good, everyone looks out for each other and helps where needed."
