Rental homes in Bouwlust, Den Haag
Looking for a rental property in Bouwlust? Check the current listings, compare rental prices, and read what residents think of this neighbourhood in The Hague.
What does a rental home cost in Bouwlust? Affordable for The Hague, but the private sector is tightening
Bouwlust is one of the most pronounced rental neighbourhoods in The Hague: no less than 75% of the over 12,900 homes are rental properties, and the vast majority of these (62% of all homes) fall under housing associations. This means that the supply in the private sector is relatively limited. In the past twelve months, only 31 homes were rented out in the private sector, at an average rent of €1,801 per month. The range varied from €1,050 to €2,995 per month, with an average floor area of 92 m². That is substantial for a neighbourhood where the average income is €28,100, well below The Hague's average of €38,600.
The average WOZ value in Bouwlust is €250,000, compared to €354,000 for all of The Hague. This makes the neighbourhood more affordable on paper, but in the private sector you notice this less and less. If you are looking for a rental home in the social sector, you must take into account long waiting times at housing associations. At the top of this page you will find the current supply and daily prices, so you can see directly what is available now.
Multicultural, green and down-to-earth: how residents experience daily life in Bouwlust
Bouwlust scores a 6.9 out of 10 on Buurtje.nl based on 11 resident reviews. That is not an outstanding score, but it tells an honest story. The neighbourhood scores highest on accessibility (7.7) and safety (7.5), while beauty (6.1) and education (6.2) receive the lowest sub-scores. Resident Michel Pronk gives a 7.6 and writes: "Friendly neighbours and good shopping facilities. Meetings are regularly organised to inform local residents." These shopping facilities are concentrated around shopping centre De Stede on Melis Stokelaan, where you can easily do your daily shopping.
What stands out in the reviews is that residents appreciate the green space. Via the Lozerlaan you walk to the Ockenburg estate and the Madepolder, and from there further towards the beach. A loyal resident writes that you are "within walking distance of the dunes and the beach", as long as you have the legs for it. The neighbourhood Dreven en Gaarden borders this green area and is popular with walkers and cyclists. In Venen, Oorden en Raden you will find the somewhat denser development with porch flats, while Zijden, Steden en Zichten offers a bit more space. The neighbourhood De Uithof lies on the edge and has its own, quieter atmosphere.
Bouwlust is distinctly multicultural. Residents themselves also mention this: "Multicultural, plenty of green, large area for walking," writes one of them. At the same time, there is a downside. A resident with the alias Rashid gives a 2.4 and mentions "often litter on the street and a lot of crime." This criticism of litter is a recurring theme, especially around underground waste containers. The municipality of The Hague is deploying extra enforcement and clean-up actions here, but it remains a recurring issue. Read more about residents' experiences on the Bouwlust neighbourhood page, where you will find all reviews and detailed neighbourhood data.
Renting in Bouwlust: suitable for starters and families, less so for higher incomes
The largest group of residents is between 25 and 45 years old (8,330 people), and single-person households form the majority (6,900). This makes Bouwlust attractive if you want to rent an apartment as a starter or single person. With nearly 5,800 children under 15, many families also live here. The labour participation rate of 52% and the low percentage of highly educated people (17%) indicate that this is a working-class neighbourhood, not a yuppie area. If you have a higher budget and are looking for more prestige, neighbourhoods like the Archipelbuurt or Benoordenhout are a better fit. Considering buying instead of renting? Then check out the supply of homes for sale in Bouwlust, where the lower WOZ value can be an advantage.
Searching for a rental home in Bouwlust: compare and filter directly
On Buurtje.nl you combine the current rental supply with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics, so you not only find a home but also know where you are ending up. Use the filters at the top to search by price, floor area or energy label. Want to broaden your search? Then also check out the rental supply in all of The Hague, or see what is available in the green neighbourhood Westbroekpark en Duttendel or the nearby Oostduinen.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental home in Bouwlust?
In the free sector, the average rent over the past year was €1,801 per month, with an average floor area of 92 m². Prices ranged from €1,050 to €2,995 per month. Social housing through housing associations is cheaper but has long waiting times.
Is Bouwlust a safe neighbourhood to look for a rental home?
Residents rate safety a 7.5 out of 10, which is above the district average of 6.9. However, a few residents mention crime as a problem. As in many working-class neighbourhoods in The Hague, experiences vary by street and by sub-area within Bouwlust.
How is the accessibility if I rent a home in Bouwlust?
Accessibility scores a 7.7 from residents. Tram line 3 and several bus routes connect Bouwlust with the centre of The Hague. Via the Lozerlaan and Erasmusweg you are quickly on the A4 motorway. Residents cite public transport connections as one of the neighbourhood's strongest points.
How many rental homes in Bouwlust are social housing?
Of the more than 12,900 homes in Bouwlust, 62% are owned by housing associations. This makes the neighbourhood one of the largest social housing areas in The Hague. However, the waiting time for a social housing home can be several years.
Are there good schools nearby if I rent an apartment in Bouwlust?
Education scores a 6.2 from residents, one of the lower sub-scores. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, but for secondary education, students have to rely on schools outside Bouwlust. The largest age group of children (0-15 years) numbers nearly 5,800, so the demand for education is high.
Nothing, I'm living with my in-laws
Auto-translated to English by AIFriendly neighbours and good shopping opportunities. Regular meetings are organised to inform residents.
Auto-translated to English by AII wanted a house with a garden with offspring and plant some edible things myself, the harvest is big I give some to neighbours and my children living away from home, the neighbours react a bit strange, neighbours of Dutch origin ask can you eat it, those from other countries are happy with it, well then I think what did you learn at school, mine learned from the school garden where it came from before it lies in the supermarket, but Dutch neighbour lady who asks can you eat it well I think you learn at school from your parents and family where and how your food comes from! children said it doesn't grow in the supermarket! sorry but I just wanted to get this off my chest!
Auto-translated to English by AINeighbours you hardly ever see or suddenly miss. You wonder where they've gone, sometimes due to death when you see someone else with the little dog, but I also chat with complete strangers, wish them good day and good morning, sometimes get a reply but often not, that's fine too, but that's how I was brought up at home and by my dear grandparents on my father's side, grandparents ma fam Brenkman. Only v from photo Grandpa with helmet with point German! I find it a nice neighbourhood, nice shopping centre and shopping centre Leyweg, hospital Leyenburg in the neighbourhood and Westeinde and with a transfer Rode Kruis, so plenty of choice and known or notorious in all three, ha ha!
Auto-translated to English by AIYou see people coming and going, many fellow countrymen, many children of fellow countrymen, occasionally mess in the garden or football in the garden, if they ask nicely I'll give it back, so it's give and take. Only not nice that they throw stones at the windows, I speak to them about it but it goes in one ear and out the other, they are double glazed but still can break. And I'm happy with a small garden, the back is larger, we have fruit trees, I give away fruit, it's edible, think yes, unsprayed, what more could you want! Bus and tram within walking distance, Made Polder, you walk through the parks to Kijkduin, return also on foot as long as it's possible, with sons who still like to take their mother out, and a nice shopping centre, and close to shopping centre Leyweg, walking or by bus, hospital, GP out-of-hours centre, physio, schools in the neighbourhood, although my children are young adults! I want to live here for a good while longer and hope rents don't rise too much! Oh yes, also with our neighbours of Turkish or Moroccan and other backgrounds, nice contact, I am a mixed mum, Dutch mother, German father, regards Mrs Bourquin.
Auto-translated to English by AIIs fine Multicultie enough green, large area for walking and cycling recreation close to dunes and beach and close to the neighbourhood municipalities, walkable as long as it lasts, good public transport connections to visit offspring sometimes some irritation when next to the bins for waste disposal, there is waste next to and on it rubbish lies, then so sweetly the street sweepers will come anyway mum? Mm honestly son see no one sweeping the pavements or streets like before!
Auto-translated to English by AIOften litter on the streets and lots of crime
Auto-translated to English by AIVery good accessibility, bus and tram to the city and plenty of parking spaces. Due to the multicultural society, as a Dutch person you no longer recognise your own country, which is a shame. I would like it if there were also a Dutch cheese shop and butcher, and not just Turkish or Moroccan ones.
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