Rental homes in Dreven en Gaarden, Den Haag

Rental prices and market figures for Dreven en Gaarden, Den Haag

Dreven en Gaarden is predominantly a rental neighbourhood: 76% of the more than 4,600 homes are rental properties, the vast majority (67%) owned by a housing corporation. Only 24% of homes are owner-occupied, and the remaining landlords (9%) together form the private sector. The average WOZ value is €243,000, slightly lower than the district average for Bouwlust (€250,000) and well below The Hague's average of €354,000. This says something about the character of the neighbourhood: affordable and accessible, but not the segment of the city where new-build or luxury apartments set the tone.

In the private sector (excluding social housing), 14 homes were rented out over the past twelve months with an average rental price of €1,990 per month. The range runs from €1,138 to €2,995 per month, with an average floor area of 103 m². That works out at about €19 per m² per month. By comparison, in more popular The Hague neighbourhoods such as Benoordenhout or Belgisch Park, private sector prices are generally significantly higher. For current available rental properties and the current average rental price in Dreven en Gaarden, see the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Dreven en Gaarden, Den Haag

Dreven en Gaarden is a post-war expansion neighbourhood in the southwest of The Hague, part of the broader district Bouwlust. The neighbourhood owes its name to the green structure running through it: wide avenues, canals and parks give the area a more spacious character than you might expect based on the building density. The housing stock largely consists of porch flats and gallery flats from the 1950s and 1960s, supplemented by terraced houses. These are typically homes offered through a corporation, and you can tell from the neighbourhood's appearance: functional, green and socially mixed.

Residents rate the neighbourhood an average of 6.1 out of 10, based on three reviews on the Dreven en Gaarden neighbourhood page. Opinions vary. Saffae writes: "Nice neighbourhood, always cosy, friendly people and lots of nature." Michel Pronk calls the neighbourhood friendly and points to good shopping facilities and neighbourhood meetings where residents are informed. But Rashid gives a 2.4 and speaks of "often litter on the street and a lot of crime". The safety score of 5.3 is therefore the lowest sub-score, while accessibility and green space each score 7.0.

Facilities in Dreven en Gaarden

For daily shopping, you can go to the Bouwlust shopping centre on Mgr. Van Steelantlaan, which houses a supermarket and smaller shops. For a larger selection, the Leyweg shopping centre is within cycling distance, one of the larger shopping centres in this part of The Hague. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, making it attractive for families with young children. Sports facilities are available via the nearby sports park and various neighbourhood associations. The green spaces, canals and avenues in the neighbourhood offer room for walking and recreation without needing to take the car. The municipality of The Hague publishes up-to-date information on facilities and neighbourhood projects via denhaag.nl.

Accessibility of Dreven en Gaarden

Accessibility scores a 7.0 among residents, and rightly so. Tram lines 6 and 17 run through or past the neighbourhood and connect Dreven en Gaarden with the centre of The Hague in about twenty minutes. Bus services supplement the network further. By car, the A4 and A12 are accessible via the ring road, making trips to Rotterdam or Amsterdam relatively quick. By bike, the city centre can be reached in half an hour via through cycle paths. Parking is still free or arranged with a resident's permit in large parts of the neighbourhood, which is pleasant compared to busier The Hague neighbourhoods.

Anyone wanting to explore other neighbourhoods in Bouwlust can look at the offerings in Venen Oorden en Raden or Zijden Steden en Zichten, which have a similar post-war character. De Uithof is also a nearby option within the same district.

Does renting in Dreven en Gaarden suit you?

The neighbourhood attracts a broad audience: the largest age group is 25 to 45 years (over 3,100 residents), but families with children (over 2,100 young people under 15) and single-person households (2,555) are also strongly represented. The labour participation rate is 53% and the average income is €27,800, clearly below The Hague average of €38,600. This reflects the social composition: Dreven en Gaarden is not a neighbourhood for expats or high incomes, but for people looking for an affordable rental home in a green environment. Anyone wanting a rental home in Dreven en Gaarden via the social sector must take into account waiting lists at the corporations. For the private sector, the supply is limited: on average, only a handful of homes are offered for rent per month. Quick response is therefore advisable. Those buying instead of renting can also look at homes for sale in Dreven en Gaarden, although the homeownership percentage is limited at 24%.

What residents say about living in Dreven en Gaarden

The overall rating of Dreven en Gaarden stands at 6.1 out of 10, based on three resident experiences. The highest scores go to accessibility and green space (both 7.0) and facilities (6.7). Safety is the pain point with a 5.3. Resident Michel Pronk describes it as "a beautiful neighbourhood" with friendly neighbours, good shopping facilities and active neighbourhood meetings. This contrasts with the experience of Rashid, who speaks of litter and crime. View all reviews and sub-scores on the Dreven en Gaarden neighbourhood page.

Compare rental properties in and around Dreven en Gaarden

Are you looking for an apartment to rent in Dreven en Gaarden or do you want to compare the neighbourhood with alternatives? Buurtje.nl combines current property listings with resident reviews and neighbourhood data so you get a fair picture. Those looking for more space or greenery can also look at Oostduinen or Westbroekpark en Duttendel, both greener in character but generally more expensive in the private sector. For a broader overview of available rental properties in the city, view all rental properties in Den Haag. If you want to stay specifically within the district, the overview of rental properties in Bouwlust offers a handy starting point.