Rental homes in Benoordenhout, Den Haag

What does a rental property cost in Benoordenhout?

Benoordenhout is one of the most expensive neighbourhoods to rent in The Hague. That is no surprise when you look at the figures: the average WOZ value here is €624,000, almost double The Hague average of €354,000. Of the more than 7,800 homes in the neighbourhood, 67% are owner-occupied. Only 32% are rental, and of those, just 3% are owned by a housing association. The vast majority of the rental market therefore consists of the private sector, offered by private landlords and investors.

In the private sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), the average rent over the past twelve months was €2,678 per month, with a range of €325 to €7,000. The average rental home measures around 122 m². The cheaper properties are often smaller apartments, while at the top end, spacious single-family homes and townhouses drive up the price. At the top of this page you will always find the current daily prices and available supply. Feel free to compare this with the broader supply of rental properties in The Hague to get a good picture.

Green, quiet and somewhat ageing: how residents experience Benoordenhout

On Buurtje.nl, residents give Benoordenhout an 8.5 out of 10. Notably high scores are for education (9.7), green spaces (9.3) and safety (9.0). That matches the impression when you cycle through the neighbourhood: wide avenues with old trees, the Haagse Bos within walking distance and the dunes of Waalsdorp and Duinzigt around the corner. Resident Sam describes it as "a very nice neighbourhood with friendly people" and mentions playgrounds and schools in the immediate vicinity. That makes the neighbourhood attractive for families, despite the high rents.

Yet Benoordenhout is not equally lively for everyone. The largest age group is 65-plus (over 4,000 of the nearly 15,000 residents), and resident Michiel honestly notes that it is "super beautiful", but that "there are many elderly people". If you are looking for a vibrant nightlife or a young, diverse neighbourhood, you will find that more in the Archipelbuurt or Belgisch Park. In Benoordenhout, it is all about peace, cleanliness and space. The scores for sense of community (7.7) and housing (7.3) show that the social fabric is somewhat looser and that the homes, although spacious, are not always modern.

In terms of accessibility, the neighbourhood scores an 8.7. Den Haag Centraal station lies on the edge of the neighbourhood, and via the Johan de Wittlaan and Bezuidenhoutseweg you are quickly on the motorway. The beach at Scheveningen can be reached by bike in ten minutes, something Michiel also appreciates: "city and beach close to home." In the Nassaubuurt and around the Van Hoytemastraat you will find bakeries, small supermarkets and eateries, although the offering is more modest than in The Hague city centre. For more detailed information about the neighbourhood, all resident reviews and detailed statistics, you can visit the neighbourhood page of Benoordenhout.

Renting in Benoordenhout: for whom and for whom not?

With an average household income of €71,200, more than twice The Hague average, dual-income earners and pensioners with a good pension mainly live here. Renting an apartment in Benoordenhout is particularly interesting for expats working at international organisations in the area, for families who value good schools and a safe, green environment, and for seniors seeking space and peace. If you are a starter or have a median income, the supply here is hardly accessible. You would be better off looking at the supply in Oostduinen or other The Hague neighbourhoods. If you are considering buying instead of renting, you will find the current supply on the page with homes for sale in Benoordenhout. Keep in mind that 74% of residents are highly educated; the neighbourhood attracts a specific profile.

Searching for a rental property in Benoordenhout

On Buurtje.nl you will find the current rental supply in Benoordenhout, including filters on price, surface area and energy label. This allows you to specifically rent a property in Benoordenhout that fits your budget. Would you like to explore the surroundings? Then also check what is available in Westbroekpark en Duttendel or nearby Van Stolkpark. Want to know more about the municipality? Visit the website of the municipality of The Hague.