A grand canal house in the heart of The Hague
This ground-floor apartment on the Prinsegracht sits in the middle of the bustling Zuidwal district, right in the centre of The Hague. The building dates from 1903 and has a classic canal-house feel, yet the home itself is laid out over two floors. With an asking price of €400,000, the price is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €506,902. For context, the average asking price per square metre in Zuidwal is €4,952, while this home is listed at €3,361 per square metre. If you are looking for [apartments in Den Haag], this one stands out for its central position and its price.
A home with a roof terrace
This apartment has three rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 119 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 114 square metres. The home is on the ground floor and has a roof terrace, which is a rare find in the centre. It comes with double glazing and a central heating boiler, and you own the property outright. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €150. The energy label is G, the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs.
Life in Zuidwal
Zuidwal is a lively, multicultural part of the city centre, with a mix of historic streets and modern amenities. 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 notes the "increasing greenery" and that "everything" is close by. A third resident mentions that it is "very centrally located in the shopping district and easily accessible by public transport or bike", but also points out that the streets can feel busy at weekends and sometimes unsafe at night. The neighbourhood has around 7,400 residents, and most households are single-person. For more on what it is like to live here, see [the Zuidwal neighbourhood].
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, you have a SPAR express just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn and an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, De Parachute, is about a ten-minute walk, and there are several secondary schools within a short bike ride. The pharmacy, Apotheek HMC Lijnbaan, is on your doorstep, and the GP practice MediCor Gezondheidszorg is a short walk away. The hospital HMC Westeinde is also just around the corner. For public transport, tram lines 2, 3 and 4 stop at HMC Westeinde, and bus lines 456 and 51 are nearby. Den Haag HS train station is about a ten-minute walk. All of this is part of [the municipality of Den Haag].
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €440,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 9% below the WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value decreased by 4%, from €460,000 to €440,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 68 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, which is an area-level indication based on the fact that the building dates from before 1970. The climate risk indications are also area-level: pluvial flooding is elevated, while flood risk is low, and heat stress is medium.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Doen NVM Makelaars Leiden and other listings. The agent is Doen NVM Makelaars Leiden.
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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 Prinsegracht 180C, 'S-Gravenhage
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €400,000 is 9% below the WOZ value of €440,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. This means the asking price is lower than the municipal valuation. The WOZ value is determined by the municipality and is not the same as the market value. The price is also 21% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €506,902.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This ground-floor apartment has three rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over two floors. The living area is 119 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 114 square metres. There is a roof terrace, which is a notable feature for a central apartment. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, and you own the property outright.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label. This means you can expect higher energy costs for heating and hot water. The home does have double glazing, according to the agent, but the label itself indicates that the overall energy performance is poor. There is no information about other insulation measures in the listing.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The building dates from 1903, and the area is a KCAF attention area, where 91% of properties were built before 1970. This means there is a medium indication of foundation issues in the area, but it does not mean this particular home has problems.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 68 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Railway noise is 34 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 20 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications from public data, not measurements taken at the property itself. The home is on a main canal street in the city centre, so some traffic noise is to be expected.
What amenities are within walking distance?
The pharmacy, Apotheek HMC Lijnbaan, is just around the corner, and the hospital HMC Westeinde is also very close. For groceries, a SPAR express is about a five-minute walk, and an Albert Heijn and an Ekoplaza are a bit further. The nearest primary school, De Parachute, is about a ten-minute walk. Tram lines 2, 3 and 4 stop at HMC Westeinde, and bus lines 456 and 51 are nearby.
How far is the nearest train station?
Den Haag HS train station is about 1.4 kilometres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. This gives you direct access to national rail connections. The station is a major hub in The Hague, with frequent services to other cities. The tram and bus stops are even closer, making it easy to get around the city without a car.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Zuidwal is a lively, multicultural part of the city centre. Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.96 out of 10, 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 that "everything" is close by. A third resident notes that it is "very centrally located" but also mentions that the streets can feel busy at weekends and sometimes unsafe at night.
How many homes are for sale in the neighbourhood?
There are currently 51 homes for sale in Zuidwal, with an average asking price of €506,902 and a median price of €435,000. The asking prices range from €275,000 to €1,550,000. The average asking price per square metre is €4,952. This apartment is priced at €3,361 per square metre, which is below the neighbourhood average.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €150. This fee is used for the maintenance of the shared parts of the building, such as the roof, facade and common areas. It is a standard cost for apartment owners in the Netherlands.
