Kortenbos, Den Haag
NeighbourhoodThis 19th-century apartment on Prinsestraat sits in the heart of the city, where the streets hum with life and the pavements are lined with shops and cafés. At 89 m² it is a comfortable size for a city home, and with an energy label C it is reasonably efficient for a building of its age. The asking price of €750,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average, it sits 50% above the average asking price of €500,148 in Kortenbos, reflecting the premium for a well-located period property. For context, you can compare this with other apartments in Den Haag.
Kortenbos is a lively, central neighbourhood with a strong urban feel, the address density is very high, and most homes are apartments. One resident describes it as a "good and accessible" area, adding that "occasionally parking problems but that is to be expected for the centre. Furthermore, a neighbourhood with lots of greenery and generally communicative, friendly neighbours. Definitely recommended to live here." The neighbourhood has a mix of ages, with many young adults and singles, and the average household size is just 1.6. It is a place where you know your neighbours, and the streets are safe enough to walk at any hour. For more on the area, see the neighbourhood Kortenbos.
Your morning bread run is just around the corner at Albert Heijn, 192 metres away, or you can pick up organic goods at Ekoplaza a couple of streets further. For a quick lunch, the SPAR express is a five-minute walk. Families with children have a primary school within a ten-minute walk, and secondary schools are a bit further out but still reachable by bike. The neighbourhood is dense with restaurants, the nearest is just a couple of streets away, and the park or public garden is a five-minute stroll. For a broader view of the surroundings, check the municipality Den Haag.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via MHXog (Maxime Hendrickx OG).
Details of this home
Prinsestraat 90C, 'S-Gravenhage
Very good · 1 resident
Good and accessible, occasionally parking problems but that is to be expected for the centre. Furthermore, a neighbourhood with lots of greenery and generally communicative, friendly neighbours. Definitely recommended to live here.
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About Prinsestraat 90C, 'S-Gravenhage
The asking price is 50% above the average asking price in Kortenbos, which is €500,148. That is a significant premium, but the apartment is in a prime central location and has a classic 19th-century character. Whether it is fair depends on how much you value being in the heart of Den Haag with all amenities on your doorstep.
Kortenbos is a very urban, central neighbourhood with a high density of addresses. It is green for a city centre, with parks and plantsoens nearby. Residents describe it as accessible and friendly, with communicative neighbours. Parking can be tricky, as you would expect in the centre. The population is diverse, with many singles and young adults.
The nearest train station is 2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride. That is a reasonable distance for a central Den Haag location, giving you access to the national rail network without being right on top of the tracks.
The apartment has energy label C, which is average for a building from 1899. It means the home is reasonably well-insulated but not as efficient as a modern build. You can expect moderate energy costs, but nothing extreme. In the neighbourhood, about 26% of homes have label C, so it is a common rating.
Yes, there are several supermarkets within a short walk. Albert Heijn is just 192 metres away, Ekoplaza is 220 metres, and SPAR express is 431 metres. For a larger shop, another Albert Heijn and a Jumbo are about 550 metres away. You will never have to carry groceries far.
Primary schools are within walking distance, the nearest is about 0.5 km away. Secondary schools are a bit further, around 0.9 km on average. Specific schools include De Parachute (primary) and Sint-Maartenscollege (secondary), both within a few kilometres. The area has a good selection of educational options.
The neighbourhood recorded 1,149 total crimes in the latest data, which is relatively high for a residential area but typical for a dense city centre. Residents in reviews mention it as a friendly place where neighbours are communicative.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Kortenbos
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