Rental homes in Archipelbuurt, Den Haag

What does a rental property cost in the Archipelbuurt?

The Archipelbuurt is one of the more expensive neighbourhoods to rent in The Hague. With an average WOZ value of €643,000, property ownership here is almost double the Hague average (€354,000), and this directly translates into rental prices in the free sector. Over the past twelve months, 166 homes were rented out in the free sector, at an average rent of €3,018 per month. The range runs from approximately €1,126 to €5,250 per month, with an average floor area of 125 m². That is substantial, even by Hague standards. Check the top of this page for current daily prices and the current supply.

Of the 3,728 homes in the neighbourhood, 45% are rental properties. Only 14% of these belong to housing corporations, meaning the social rental market here is particularly tight. The remaining 31% falls under private and other landlords, almost entirely in the free sector. Anyone looking for an affordable rental home must therefore reckon with considerable competition and high prices. If you compare the rental prices with the broader supply of rental properties in The Hague, the Archipelbuurt sits firmly in the top segment.

Living in the Archipelbuurt: stately avenues and a close-knit neighbourhood feel

The Archipelbuurt owes its name to streets named after islands from the former Dutch colonies: Javastraat, Sumatrastraat, Borneostraat. They are wide avenues with imposing townhouses, often from the late nineteenth century, interspersed with apartment buildings from the twentieth century. The architecture gives the neighbourhood a dignified, almost monumental character, but residents describe the atmosphere as warm and involved. Resident Judith gives the neighbourhood a 7.4 and writes: "Everyone looks out for each other and helps where needed, and that's nice to have." This social cohesion is striking for a neighbourhood in the centre of a large city.

On the neighbourhood page of the Archipelbuurt, residents rate the area 7.9 out of 10. Accessibility scores particularly high (8.7): tram lines on the Javastraat and Bankastraat take you within minutes to The Hague Central Station, the Binnenhof or Scheveningen. The greenery in the neighbourhood is also appreciated (8.3). The Scheveningse Bosje and Westbroekpark are within walking distance, and the Bankastraat itself is a lively shopping street with specialist shops, restaurants and terraces. Joke, who has lived there since 1983, sums it up: "There is a lot to do in the neighbourhood. Well accessible by public transport, bike and car." The fact that she has lived in the same complex for over forty years says a lot about the quality of life here.

Yet there are caveats. The score for education is the lowest at 6.5, which is logical: there are few primary schools in the immediate vicinity, and families with school-age children sometimes have to look to neighbouring districts. Housing and beauty both score 7.7. This reflects the reality that not all properties are equally well maintained and that some streets suffer from parking pressure. The Archipelbuurt neighbourhood forms the heart of the area and offers the most supply for renters, but do not expect quick turnover: once people live here, they often stay long.

Renting in the Archipelbuurt: who is it suitable for and who is it not?

With an average household income of €68,300 and a high level of education (57% highly educated), the Archipelbuurt mainly attracts professionals, dual-income couples and older singles. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years, and almost half of all households are single-person. If you want to rent an apartment in the Archipelbuurt, you need an above-average income. For starters or people with a tighter budget, the neighbourhood is difficult to access. If you prefer to buy, you can look at homes for sale in the Archipelbuurt, although prices there are also high. Looking for a similar atmosphere for less money? Then Belgisch Park is worth considering.

Searching for a rental property in and around the Archipelbuurt

On Buurtje.nl you will find the current rental supply in the Archipelbuurt, including resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics. Renting a house in the Archipelbuurt requires patience, because supply is limited and demand is high. Also check out rental properties in adjacent neighbourhoods such as Benoordenhout, the green Westbroekpark and Duttendel or Van Stolkpark and Scheveningse Bosjes. More information about living in the municipality can be found on the page of The Hague or on the website of the municipality of The Hague.