Malakkastraat 188
Archipelbuurt, Den Haag
AreaA classic apartment in the Archipelbuurt
This apartment sits on the Malakkastraat in the Archipelbuurt, a stately part of Den Haag where the streets are lined with pre-war architecture. The asking price of €750,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €1,061,861. For context, [apartments in Den Haag] are listed across a wide range, and this home is priced below the local median.
The home itself
Built in 1880, this apartment occupies the first floor of the building and spans a single level. According to the agent it has five rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom, with a living area of 130 m². The BAG registration records 131 m². The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it comes with a rear garden. It is offered in full ownership, with an HOA fee of €140 per month. The energy label is C.
Life in the Archipelbuurt
Residents give the Archipelbuurt an average score of 7.88, based on three reviews. One resident says: "My experience with the neighbourhood is good, everyone looks out for each other and helps where needed, and that's nice to have." Another, who has lived there for 40 years, notes that staying that long "says a lot about the living pleasure and affordable housing." A third resident, in the same complex since 1983, calls it "cosy and accessible," with plenty to do and easy access by public transport, bike and car. The neighbourhood counts around 6,260 inhabitants, and 56% of households are single-person. [The Archipelbuurt] is a mixed area with a substantial share of pre-1945 housing.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are well covered. The nearest pharmacy, BENU Apotheek Nauta, is just around the corner, and a GP practice is a ten-minute walk away. The Albert Heijn supermarket is a couple of streets away, with a second Albert Heijn and a Coop within walking distance. For schools, De Parachute primary school is a ten-minute walk, and secondary options are within a short cycle. Public transport is close: the Vredespaleis tram stop, served by lines 1, 24 and 28, is just around the corner, and bus stops at Alexanderplein and Bankaplein are nearby. Den Haag Centraal station is about 2 km away. [The municipality of Den Haag] offers a full range of amenities across the city. The address-level risk data from public sources (Atlas Leefomgeving, KCAF, Klimaateffectatlas) gives area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. Road traffic noise is measured at 49 dB Lden, above the norm, while rail and aircraft noise stay below it. 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 in 2050.
Source
At the time of writing the home is offered via multiple channels, including Van Duinen 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.
Frequently asked questions
About Malakkastraat 188, 'S-Gravenhage
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the Archipelbuurt?
The asking price of €750,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €1,061,861. The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €6,699, while this home is listed at €5,769 per m² based on the agent's floor area. The neighbourhood median asking price is €808,750.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has five rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 130 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 131 m². The home also has a rear garden and is located on the first floor of the building.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation on a reference date and is not part of the agent's listing information. Without it, no comparison between the WOZ value and the asking price can be made.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address-level risk data indicates road traffic noise at 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise norm. Rail noise is measured at 21 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 18 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level indications from public data sources, not measurements taken at this specific home.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
The nearest supermarket is an Albert Heijn about 570 metres away, with a second Albert Heijn at roughly 620 metres. A Coop is about 1 km away. In total, there are 73 supermarkets within 5 km of the home, so daily grocery shopping is well covered.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The Vredespaleis tram stop, served by lines 1, 24 and 28, is about 330 metres away. Bus stops at Alexanderplein (lines 24 and 28) and Bankaplein (lines 22 and 22B) are within 500 metres. Den Haag Centraal train station is approximately 2 km from the home.
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 says everyone looks out for each other, while another who has lived there for 40 years highlights the living pleasure and affordable housing. A third resident, in the same complex since 1983, describes the area as cosy and accessible with good transport links.
What is the foundation risk indication for this address?
The foundation risk indication is medium, according to public data from KCAF. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, in this case in 1880, and 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What schools are near this apartment?
De Parachute primary school is about 3.7 km away. For secondary education, Sint-Maartenscollege is roughly 4.4 km away, with Corbulo Tech & Design College and Gymnasium Novum at similar distances. There are 11 schools within 5 km of the home.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This is a mid-range label, so energy costs will be moderate compared with the most efficient homes, but lower than the least efficient ones. The home has double glazing, which helps with insulation. The exact energy costs depend on usage and energy prices.
