Burgen en Horsten, Den Haag
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Saffierhorst 98 sits in a quiet, green part of the city, with a park just a couple of streets away. At 80 m² and with an energy label D, it's a solid home that needs some attention on heating costs. The asking price of €279,000 is keen compared to the neighbourhood average of €327,528, about 15% below, and sits well below the median of €310,000, making it a relatively affordable entry into the market for apartments in Den Haag.
Burgen en Horsten is a residential area built mostly in the 1960s, with a mix of low-rise flats and green spaces. The neighbourhood has a high urban density, with over 3,300 addresses per km², yet feels spacious thanks to the nearby park. Most homes are apartments, and the area is popular with singles and couples, over half of households are one-person. There are no resident reviews available, but the neighbourhood is known for its quiet streets and proximity to amenities. For more context, see the Burgen en Horsten neighbourhood.
Daily errands are easy: a Hoogvliet supermarket is just around the corner, and an Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. For fresh bread or a quick lunch, the SPAR express is also nearby. Primary schools are within walking distance, Basisschool Essesteijn is about a ten-minute walk, and secondary schools like Veurs Voorburg are similarly close. The area is well served by public transport, with a train station 1.5 km away. For a broader view of the surroundings, check the municipality of Den Haag.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including De Bruyn en Tak NVM Makelaardij and Funda.
Details of this home
Saffierhorst 98, 'S-Gravenhage
Data from Burgen en Horsten
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About Saffierhorst 98, 'S-Gravenhage
The asking price of €279,000 is about 15% below the neighbourhood average of €327,528 and also under the median of €310,000. Given that similar apartments in the area sell for an average of €322,306, this home is priced keenly. However, the energy label D means higher heating costs, which may factor into your decision.
The energy label is D, which is average for a building from 1961. In the neighbourhood, over 62% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is typical. You can expect moderate energy bills, but improvements like better insulation could help reduce costs.
The nearest train station is 1.5 km away, which is about a 15-20 minute walk or a short cycle. This makes commuting to The Hague city centre or other cities convenient.
There are several supermarkets within a few minutes' walk: Hoogvliet at 371 m, SPAR express at 388 m, and Albert Heijn at 409 m. For organic options, Ekoplaza is 1.4 km away.
Yes, primary schools like Basisschool Essesteijn (1.5 km) and Kindcentrum Cascade (1.8 km) are within walking distance. Secondary schools include Veurs Voorburg (1.8 km) and Corbulo Tech & Design College (2.1 km).
Burgen en Horsten is a densely built residential area from the 1960s, with mostly apartments and plenty of green space. It's quiet and popular with singles and couples. The park is just 200 m away, and the area has a low crime rate relative to the city.
In the neighbourhood, sold homes took an average of 47 days to sell. This suggests a balanced market where homes don't fly off the shelf but also don't linger for months.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Burgen en Horsten