A 1950s apartment in Leyenburg
Leyenburg is a lively, established part of Den Haag, where the streets have a settled, village-like feel. This apartment on the fourth floor of a 1951 building sits in a residential area, with everyday amenities close at hand. The asking price of €272,500 is 19% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stands at €335,176, and it is also lower than the average price per square metre in the area. For context, the apartments in Den Haag currently on the market vary widely in price, so this one sits on the more accessible end of the scale.
Inside the home
This three-room apartment has two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 60 m² according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing, with a volume of 190 m³. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler. It is located on the fourth floor of the building. The asking price per square metre is €4,542, based on the agent's listing.
Life in Leyenburg
Residents describe Leyenburg as a quiet, well-connected neighbourhood, though not without its frustrations. One resident says: "Goed bereikbare, rustige buurt" and notes that the area is going downhill somewhat, with litter near underground containers and many wrongly parked cars. Another resident calls it "village-like with parking problems", adding that it is conveniently close to Zuiderpark. A third mentions older houses that could use some maintenance, but also cosy shopping centres and good public transport. Based on eight reviews, the neighbourhood scores an average of 7.44. The neighbourhood has around 17,000 residents, and about half of all households are single-person households. Parking pressure is a recurring theme in the reviews, so it is worth knowing that before you visit. The neighbourhood is part of a larger urban area with a high address density.
Amenities and transport
The daily essentials are within easy reach. A Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, WSKO Basisschool De Hofvilla, is about a ten-minute walk. The pharmacy, Service Apotheek Leyenburg, is on your doorstep, and the nearest GP practice is MediCor Gezondheidszorg, Huisartsenzorg, locatie Rijswijkseplein, a bit further out. For public transport, tram line 2 stops at Laan van Eik en Duinen, just around the corner, and bus line 456 and trams 4, 6 and N3 stop at Monnickendamplein, a couple of streets away. The nearest train station is Den Haag Moerwijk, about three kilometres from the home. The municipality of Den Haag offers a wide range of services and connections.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €255,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 7% above this WOZ value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen from €141,000 in 2019 to €255,000 in 2025. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while aircraft noise is 20 dB Lden, below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970. The climate risk indications are: pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including NRW Wonen and NRW Wonen.
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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 Medemblikstraat 96, 'S-Gravenhage
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €272,500 is 7% above the WOZ value of €255,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also 19% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €335,176.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total: two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 60 m², according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The home is located on the fourth floor of the building and has a volume of 190 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is F. This is a low label, so you can expect relatively high energy costs for heating and electricity. The home does have double glazing, which helps with insulation, but the label itself indicates that the overall energy performance is not efficient.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed in 1951, before 1970, and the area is a KCAF attention area. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise standard. Aircraft noise is 20 dB Lden, which is below the standard. These figures are from 2022 and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
A Jumbo supermarket is about 262 metres away, and an Albert Heijn is about 294 metres away. There is also an Ekoplaza at about 830 metres. These are all within easy walking distance for daily groceries.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school is WSKO Basisschool De Hofvilla, at about 4.3 kilometres. Other primary schools within five kilometres include the Protestants Christelijke Basisschool Pieter van der Plas School and WSKO r.-k. basisschool Verburch-hof. The nearest secondary school is about 1.8 kilometres away.
What public transport options are available?
Tram line 2 stops at Laan van Eik en Duinen, about 162 metres away. Bus line 456 stops at Den Haag, Monnickendamplein, about 299 metres away, and trams 4, 6 and N3 stop at Monnickendamplein, about 311 metres away. The nearest train station is Den Haag Moerwijk, about 2.96 kilometres from the home.
How do residents rate the neighbourhood?
Based on eight reviews, residents give Leyenburg an average score of 7.44. One resident describes it as a quiet, well-connected neighbourhood, while another mentions parking problems and older houses that could use maintenance. The reviews highlight both the convenience and the parking pressure.
What is the average price per square metre in this neighbourhood?
The average asking price per square metre in Leyenburg is €4,077, based on 108 homes currently for sale. This apartment is listed at €4,542 per square metre, which is above the neighbourhood average. The average asking price for a home in the neighbourhood is €335,176.
