Schildersbuurt-West, Den Haag
NeighbourhoodThis 58 m² apartment on Schapenlaan sits in the lively Schildersbuurt-West neighbourhood of Den Haag. Built in 1927, it has an energy label B, so heating costs should be manageable. The asking price of €299,000 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €343,500, but it's a compact home in a sought-after area. For context, this is one of 31 apartments currently for sale in the neighbourhood, and the average price per m² here is €4,071.
Schildersbuurt-West is a dense, urban area with a strong sense of community. Based on three reviews, residents appreciate the cosiness and safety. One resident says: "My neighbourhood is super cosy. Everyone knows each other and nobody has any problems with each other. We see each other as a family, brother and sister. I feel safe here." Another notes: "It's a very pleasant neighbourhood, but all sorts of things happen here. Fortunately, there are also nice people here who sometimes want to talk to you." The neighbourhood has a mix of families and singles, with average household sizes around 2.2 people. It's a very urban area with an address density of 8,703 per km².
For daily shopping, you have an Albert Heijn just a couple of streets away, and another Albert Heijn and a SPAR express within a ten-minute walk. There are several primary schools nearby, including De Parachute and Protestants Christelijke Basisschool Groen van Prinsterer, both within walking distance. Secondary schools like Sint-Maartenscollege and Gymnasium Novum are also reachable on foot. The neighbourhood has a high crime rate, with 1,075 total offences recorded, so it's worth being aware of your surroundings.
At the time of writing, the home is listed only via Emil NVM Makelaars || Den Haag Voorburg Zoetermeer.
Details of this home
Schapenlaan 68, 'S-Gravenhage
Satisfactory · 3 residents
It's a very pleasant neighbourhood, but all sorts of things happen here. Fortunately, there are also nice people here who sometimes want to talk to you.
Auto-translated to English by AIAlways had my way in this neighbourhood except for the traffic
Auto-translated to English by AIMy neighbourhood is super cosy. Everyone knows each other and nobody has any problems with each other. We see each other as a family, brother and sister. I feel safe here.
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Data from Schildersbuurt-West
92 within 5 km
11 within 5 km
About Schapenlaan 68, 'S-Gravenhage
The asking price of €299,000 is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €343,500, but the apartment is also smaller than average at 58 m². The average price per m² in Schildersbuurt-West is €4,071, so this home's price per m² works out to about €5,155, which is above the neighbourhood average. Given the compact size and energy label B, the price is on the high side compared to other homes in the area.
Schildersbuurt-West is a very urban, densely populated area with a strong community feel. Residents describe it as cosy and safe, though some mention occasional incidents. The neighbourhood has a mix of families and singles, with many pre-war buildings. It's a lively area with plenty of amenities within walking distance.
The nearest train station is 2.2 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride. This makes it convenient for commuting to other parts of the city or further afield.
For groceries, you have an Albert Heijn about 700 metres away, and another Albert Heijn and a SPAR express within 800,900 metres. Primary schools include De Parachute (3.2 km) and Protestants Christelijke Basisschool Groen van Prinsterer (3.8 km). Secondary schools like Sint-Maartenscollege and Gymnasium Novum are around 4 km away.
The apartment has an energy label B, which means it is fairly energy-efficient. You can expect reasonable heating costs compared to older homes with lower labels. In the neighbourhood, about 29% of homes have label A+ and 25% have label A, so this home is above average in efficiency.
At 58 m², this apartment is 33% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 87 m². It's a compact home, typical of pre-war apartments in the area. If you need more space, you might want to look at larger options, but this size is manageable for a single person or a couple.
Residents generally feel safe, with one saying they feel 'safe here' and another noting that 'all sorts of things happen' but there are nice people. The neighbourhood has a total of 1,075 recorded offences, which is relatively high, so it's a mixed picture. It's best to visit the area yourself to get a feel for it.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Schildersbuurt-West
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