Torenstraat 17E
Kortenbos, Den Haag
NeighbourhoodA spacious apartment in the heart of Den Haag
This rental apartment on Torenstraat sits in the lively Kortenbos neighbourhood, right in the centre of Den Haag. With 134 m² of living space, it offers generous proportions for a city-centre home. The rent of €3,250 is 28% above the neighbourhood average of €2,545, so it is on the high side, but you are paying for a large apartment in a prime central spot. For context, apartments in Den Haag vary widely in price and size.
Kortenbos: a green and friendly central neighbourhood
Kortenbos is a central neighbourhood with a strong urban feel, the address density is over 8,400 addresses per km². One resident describes it as: "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." This is based on a single review, so it gives a flavour rather than a full picture. The area has many single-person households (3,000 out of 4,740 homes) and a young population, with the largest age group being 25,45. For more on the area, see the Kortenbos neighbourhood.
Daily life on Torenstraat
Your daily errands are wonderfully easy: an Ekoplaza organic supermarket is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. For primary schools, the nearest is De Parachute, about a ten-minute walk away. Secondary schools like Sint-Maartenscollege and Gymnasium Novum are a bit further, around a 15-minute walk. The neighbourhood also has a GP practice and a restaurant within a couple of streets away. For broader context, the municipality of Den Haag offers a wide range of amenities.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including VERRA Makelaars and VERRA Makelaars.
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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 Torenstraat 17E, 'S-Gravenhage
Is €3,250 a fair price for this apartment?
The rent of €3,250 is 28% above the neighbourhood average of €2,545 for rental homes. However, this apartment is larger than average (134 m² vs 188 m² average), so the price per m² is actually lower than the neighbourhood average of €23.68 per m². Whether it is fair depends on how much you value the central location and the generous living space.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the second-best label on the scale. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low heating and electricity costs. The label is an official registration from EP-Online.
How is the neighbourhood for daily life?
Kortenbos is very central and well-served. There are supermarkets within a few minutes' walk, including an Ekoplaza at 11 metres and an Albert Heijn at 49 metres. The area has a high density of amenities, with restaurants, a GP practice, and a park all within a short walk. Public transport is also good, with a train station 2 km away.
What is the parking situation like?
The neighbourhood review mentions that parking can occasionally be a problem, which is typical for a central location. The listing does not include a parking space, so you would need to rely on street parking or a permit.
How many rooms does the apartment have?
The floor area is 134 m², which suggests a spacious layout, but the exact room count is not provided by the agent.
Is the apartment furnished?
The listing does not mention whether the apartment is furnished or unfurnished.
Experiences from Kortenbos
How residents experience their neighbourhood
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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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €513,439 | €425,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,141 | – |
| Rent price | €2,545 p/m | €2,750 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
Experiences from Centrum
How residents experience their district
Quiet neighbourhood with a bustling shopping street around the corner
Auto-translated to English by AIIncreasing greenery, everything in the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery centrally located in the shopping district and easily accessible by public transport or bike. A park and two forests within walking distance. Usually very busy on the streets at weekends and sometimes an unsafe atmosphere on the streets at night.
Auto-translated to English by AIGood 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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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €635,000 | €534,216 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,850 | – |
| Rent price | €2,466 p/m | €2,276 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
Experiences from Den Haag
How residents experience their municipality
Lovely place to live. Close to the sea, city centre and shops. Wide choice of schools. Good community spirit. Street parties etc.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere is a lot of nature, many facilities, everything is nearby: a shopping centre, schools, a bus station.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery nice neighbourhood, near the centre and easily accessible
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet neighbourhood with a bustling shopping street around the corner
Auto-translated to English by AILove it, it's quiet
Auto-translated to English by AINothing, I'm living with my in-laws
Auto-translated to English by AIPleasant living in a neighbourhood with lots of children
Auto-translated to English by AIPeople keep to themselves, little to no nuisance, only parking is minimal.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Den Haag
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €570,266 | €502,856 |
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| Sale per m² | €5,260 | – |
| Rent price | €2,309 p/m | €2,178 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €24 p/m | – |
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Torenstraat 17E, 'S-Gravenhage
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