A grand apartment in the heart of The Hague
This spacious lower-ground-floor apartment sits in the Zeeheldenkwartier, a lively part of The Hague where the streets are lined with classic architecture and the atmosphere is distinctly urban. The asking price of €1,250,000 is on the high side, which is precomputed against the neighbourhood average asking price. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Den Haag in this area is €730,120, and this home is priced 71% above that figure.
Inside the home
Built in 1881, this benedenwoning spans two floors and offers four rooms, one bedroom, and two bathrooms. The living area is listed at 151 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 187 m². The home has a southwest-facing back garden of 168 m², and the agent notes insulation in the roof and floor, plus double glazing. Heating is via a central heating boiler. The monthly homeowners' association fee is €32,800, which is a significant ongoing cost to consider.
Life in Zeeheldenkwartier
Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.87, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Lots of diversity, unfortunately sometimes crime, Beautiful neighbourhood where a lot is currently under construction, it looks promising." Another notes: "Pretty good, I've only just moved in so I don't have much experience yet." The area is home to about 12,920 people, with a high share of single-person households at 61%. The [neighbourhood](Zeeheldenkwartier) has a mix of old and new, with many pre-war buildings.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. An Albert Heijn supermarket is on your doorstep, and a Coop is just around the corner. For healthcare, the nearest pharmacy, Service Apotheek Prins Hendrikplein, is a couple of streets away, while the nearest GP practice is about 2.4 km away. Public transport is well within reach: bus line 24 and N1 stop at Laan van Meerdervoort, 277 metres away, and tram line 17 stops at Zoutmanstraat, 308 metres away. The nearest train station, Den Haag Centraal, is about 2 km from the home, within the municipality of Den Haag.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value, set by the municipality on 1 January 2025, is €710,000. The asking price is 76% above this value. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value decreased by 1%, from €719,000 to €710,000. As for address-level risk indications, the noise from road traffic is measured at 61 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the area is flagged as a KCAF attention zone, with 100% of properties in this postcode built before 1970. For climate, pluvial flooding risk is medium, flood risk is low, and heat stress is currently medium but elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Residence 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.
Frequently asked questions
About Van de Spiegelstraat 16A, 'S-Gravenhage
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €1,250,000 is 76% above the WOZ value of €710,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also 71% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €730,120, and the price per square metre is 31% higher than the neighbourhood average.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This benedenwoning has four rooms, one bedroom, and two bathrooms, spread over two floors. The living area is 151 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 187 m². The home includes a southwest-facing back garden of 168 m². The agent notes insulation in the roof and floor, plus double glazing, and heating is via a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ value and how has it changed?
The WOZ value is €710,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. Over the five years from 2020 to 2025, the WOZ value decreased by 1%, from €719,000 to €710,000. This is a municipal valuation, not a market price, and it is used for property tax purposes.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public risk data, road traffic noise at this address is measured at 61 dB Lden, which is above the noise norm. Railway noise is 25 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 18 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are area-level indications based on 2022 and 2023 data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
An Albert Heijn supermarket is just 62 metres away, essentially on your doorstep. A Coop is 381 metres away, and another Albert Heijn is 557 metres away. For daily groceries, you have several options within a short walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents give Zeeheldenkwartier an average score of 7.87, based on five reviews. One resident mentions "lots of diversity, unfortunately sometimes crime, Beautiful neighbourhood where a lot is currently under construction, it looks promising." Another says it's "pretty good" but notes they've only just moved in. The neighbourhood has about 12,920 residents, with 61% living alone.
What public transport options are available?
Bus line 24 and N1 stop at Laan van Meerdervoort, 277 metres away. Tram line 17 stops at Zoutmanstraat, 308 metres away, and the Vredespaleis stop, served by bus and tram lines 1, 24, and 28, is 314 metres away. The nearest train station is Den Haag Centraal, about 2 km from the home.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association fee is €32,800. This is a significant ongoing cost that should be factored into the total monthly expenses of owning this property. The fee covers the shared costs of the building, though the specific services included are not detailed in the listing.
