De Paauw, Wassenaar
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Ridderhof is part of a 2024 development and comes with an A++ energy label, so heating costs will be minimal. At 79 m² it is compact but well laid out, and the rent of €1,610 is 47% below the neighbourhood average of €3,013, a keen price for a new-build in this area. For context, the average rental in De Paauw is 174 m², so this home is smaller than most, but the low rent reflects that. If you are looking for apartments in Wassenaar, this is one of the more affordable options.
De Paauw is a residential area with a village feel, dominated by single-family homes (95% of the housing stock). The population of around 1,355 is a mix of families and older residents, nearly a third are 65 or over, and about a fifth are under 15. Incomes are above average, and the streets are calm. The neighbourhood has a strong sense of community, though there are no resident reviews available for this page. It is a short walk to the centre of Wassenaar, and the De Paauw neighbourhood is known for its green surroundings and good schools.
For your morning bread, Ekoplaza is just around the corner, and Jumbo is a ten-minute walk away. There are several primary schools within walking distance: Montessorischool Wassenaar is on your doorstep, Basisschool Herenweg is a couple of streets away, and St. Bonifaciusschool is also nearby. Secondary education is available at Rijnlands Lyceum Wassenaar, about a ten-minute walk. The area is well served by restaurants and a library, both within a few minutes' walk. The municipality of Wassenaar offers a good balance of village tranquillity and urban amenities.
At the time of writing, the home is listed exclusively through vb&t Verhuurmakelaars.
Details of this home
Ridderhof 12, Wassenaar
Data from De Paauw
Data from De Paauw
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About Ridderhof 12, Wassenaar
Yes, it is competitive. The average rent in De Paauw is €3,013, and the median is €3,750, so this apartment is 47% below the neighbourhood average. The floor area is smaller than typical (79 m² vs 174 m²), which explains the lower price. Given the new-build quality and A++ energy label, the rent represents good value.
The energy label is A++, the highest possible. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, with excellent insulation and likely a heat pump or similar system. Your heating and electricity bills will be very low compared to older homes.
The nearest train station is 3.3 km away. That is about a 40-minute walk or a 10-minute bike ride.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Montessorischool Wassenaar (111 m), Basisschool Herenweg (431 m), and St. Bonifaciusschool (464 m). For secondary education, Rijnlands Lyceum Wassenaar is 769 m away. All are well-regarded.
De Paauw recorded 44 total crimes in the latest data, which is low for a neighbourhood of this size. The area is quiet and family-oriented, with mostly single-family homes and a high proportion of owner-occupied properties (84%).
Ekoplaza is 610 m away, Jumbo is 842 m, and Aldi is 1.1 km. Albert Heijn and Dirk are also within a 15-minute walk. For daily shopping, you have several options just around the corner.
The apartment was built in 2024, so it is brand new. This means modern construction standards, high energy efficiency, and no immediate maintenance concerns.
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