A bright apartment in the heart of The Hague
Noordwal 68 sits in Kortenbos, a lively part of the city centre where the streets hum with activity. This apartment, built in 1987, offers a living area of 77 square metres according to the BAG registration. The asking price of €345,000 is keen compared to the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €517,398. For context, apartments in Den Haag typically sell at a different price point, but this one stands out for its value.
The home itself
The apartment is a single unit with no additional details provided by the agent about its layout or features. It has an energy label A, which is an efficient label, so you can expect relatively low energy costs. The year of construction, 1987, is a fact that speaks for itself, without any implications about the condition of the building.
Life in Kortenbos
Kortenbos is a neighbourhood with a mix of old and new, where 62% of homes were built before 1945. Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.96, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Quiet neighbourhood with a bustling shopping street around the corner." Another notes: "Increasing greenery, everything in the neighbourhood." A third resident mentions that it is "Very centrally located in the shopping district and easily accessible by public transport or bike," though they also point out that the streets can feel busy at weekends and sometimes unsafe at night. The neighbourhood has about 7,850 inhabitants, with a high share of single-person households at 62%. For more on the area, see the Kortenbos neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn on Torenstraat is just around the corner, and there is another Albert Heijn a couple of streets away, plus an Ekoplaza within a five-minute walk. For healthcare, the Boots Apotheek is just around the corner, and the GP practice MediCor Gezondheidszorg is a ten-minute walk away. Tram line 17 stops at Torenstraat, just around the corner, and at Elandstraat a couple of streets away. The nearest train station, Den Haag Centraal, is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Den Haag offers all the amenities you might need, as described on the municipality of Den Haag.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €340,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 1% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 33%, from €256,000 to €340,000. As for the address, the noise levels from road traffic, rail, and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, and the pluvial flooding risk at heavy rain is elevated, while the current flood risk is low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Freek Fontein 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.
Frequently asked questions
About Noordwal 68, 'S-Gravenhage
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €345,000 is 1% above the WOZ value of €340,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also 33% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €517,398, making it a keen price compared to the local market.
What is the energy label of this apartment?
The apartment has an energy label A, which is an efficient label. This means you can expect relatively low energy costs compared to homes with less efficient labels. The label is a fact about the home, and no further details about insulation or heating installations are provided in the listing.
What is the WOZ value and how has it developed?
The WOZ value is €340,000 as of 1 January 2025. Over the past five years, the value has increased by 33%, from €256,000 in 2020 to €340,000 in 2025. This development is based on municipal data and reflects the general trend in property values in this area.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The noise levels from road traffic are 47 dB Lden, from rail traffic 32 dB Lden, and from air traffic 19 dB Lden, all measured in 2022 and 2023. None of these exceed the relevant noise standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not a measurement of this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of the property itself. The risk level gives a general sense of the likelihood of foundation issues in the area, but it does not guarantee the condition of this specific home.
What are the flooding risks for this address?
The current flood risk is low, and it is expected to remain low in 2050. However, the risk of pluvial flooding during heavy rain is elevated. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to become elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a detailed assessment of this property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. The nearest Albert Heijn is about 353 metres away, with another at 392 metres. An Ekoplaza is at 400 metres, and a SPAR express at 553 metres. A Coop is at 624 metres. This gives you plenty of options for daily groceries.
What public transport options are available?
Tram line 17 stops at Torenstraat, about 214 metres away, and at Elandstraat, about 314 metres away. The nearest train station is Den Haag Centraal, at about 1.6 kilometres. This makes it easy to get around the city and beyond, though exact travel times are not provided.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.96, based on four reviews. One resident describes it as a quiet neighbourhood with a bustling shopping street around the corner, while another mentions the increasing greenery and the convenience of having everything nearby. A third resident notes the central location and accessibility, but also mentions that the streets can feel busy at weekends and sometimes unsafe at night.
How does the living area compare to the neighbourhood average?
The living area of this apartment is 77 square metres, which is 25% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 103 square metres. This is based on the BAG registration. The price per square metre is €4,481, which is 15% below the neighbourhood average of €5,255 per square metre.
