A classic apartment on the water
This apartment on the Veenkade sits on a quiet road along the water in the Zeeheldenkwartier, a lively part of Den Haag. Built in 1897, it is a piece of the area's history, and the asking price of €400,000 is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. The home is one of many [apartments in Den Haag], where the average asking price for an apartment is €682,294.
Inside the home
The apartment spans two floors and includes three rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The agent lists the living area at 126 m², while the BAG registration records 102 m². It has double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is offered as full ownership. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €324.83.
The Zeeheldenkwartier
The Zeeheldenkwartier is a diverse neighbourhood with a mix of old and new, and residents give it 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: "Cosy on one side, less so on the other." The neighbourhood has around 12,920 residents, and 61% of households are single-person households. For more on the area, see [the municipality of Den Haag].
Daily life and getting around
Groceries are close by, with an Albert Heijn just around the corner and an Ekoplaza a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, De Parachute, is a ten-minute walk, and the nearest GP is at MediCor Gezondheidszorg, Huisartsenzorg, locatie Rijswijkseplein. Tram line 17 stops at Torenstraat, just around the corner, and Den Haag Centraal station is a ten-minute walk.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value on 1 January 2025 was €415,000, and the asking price is 4% below that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 46%, from €285,000 to €415,000. As for the address, the noise from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise stay below it. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the area has a low risk of pluvial flooding and flooding, with medium heat stress now and elevated heat stress by 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Borgdorff Makelaars Wateringen.
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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 Veenkade 42A, 'S-Gravenhage
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €400,000 is 4% below the WOZ value of €415,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 46%, from €285,000 to €415,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment spans two floors and includes three rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The agent lists the living area at 126 m², while the BAG registration records 102 m². It is located on the second floor and has a volume of 537 m³.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is D. This is not the most efficient label, so expect moderate energy costs for heating and electricity. The home has double glazing, which helps with insulation. The label is a general indication, not a guarantee of actual usage.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. The building was constructed in 1897, before 1970, which is a factor in the risk assessment.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Rail traffic noise is 32 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 19 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level indications based on public data from 2022 and 2023.
What is the climate risk for this area?
The area has a low risk of pluvial flooding and flooding, both now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is expected to be elevated by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a prediction for this specific home.
What amenities are nearby?
An Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and an Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, De Parachute, is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is at MediCor Gezondheidszorg, Huisartsenzorg, locatie Rijswijkseplein, and a pharmacy is nearby.
How is the public transport in this area?
Tram line 17 stops at Torenstraat, just around the corner, and also at Elandstraat and Gravenstraat. Den Haag Centraal train station is a ten-minute walk away. This gives you options for getting around the city and beyond.
What do residents say about the 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: "Cosy on one side, less so on the other."
How does the price per m² compare with the neighbourhood?
The asking price per m² is €3,175, based on the agent's listed area of 126 m². This is 50% below the neighbourhood average asking price per m² of €6,393. The overall asking price is 41% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €682,294.
