Rental homes in Heesterbuurt, Den Haag

Rental prices and market figures Heesterbuurt, The Hague

Heesterbuurt is a mixed neighbourhood in terms of home ownership: about 52% of homes are for rent, the remaining 48% are owner-occupied. Of the total housing stock of 3,672 homes, 25% is owned by housing associations (social rent) and 26% by other landlords (private sector). This means that social rent and private sector are almost balanced in size here, making the neighbourhood accessible to different income groups.

In the private sector (excluding social rent and rooms), an average of €1,420 per month was paid for a rental home in Heesterbuurt over the past twelve months. With an average surface area of 75 m², this amounts to approximately €19 per m² per month. Rental prices ranged from €350 to €2,895 per month, indicating that both modest and more spacious homes come onto the market. The average WOZ value is €283,000, significantly lower than the district average of Valkenboskwartier (€305,000) and the The Hague average (€354,000). This makes Heesterbuurt relatively affordable within The Hague, although private sector prices are certainly not low. Check the current rental prices and available rental homes in Heesterbuurt at the top of this page, as they are updated daily.

Living in Heesterbuurt, The Hague

Heesterbuurt is located in the west of The Hague, as part of the Valkenboskwartier. It is a compact, predominantly post-war residential neighbourhood with a down-to-earth character. The buildings largely consist of porch flats and apartment buildings from the 1950s and 1960s, interspersed with terraced houses. The streetscape is green due to the rows of trees along the roads, but the neighbourhood does not have a large park within its own boundaries.

Atmosphere and character

Heesterbuurt is an ordinary, working neighbourhood without much pretension. Residents appreciate the tranquillity compared to busier The Hague districts, but the neighbourhood is certainly not a sleepy outlying area: the level of amenities is reasonable and the city centre is quickly accessible. The average WOZ value and average income of €34,400 (slightly below the The Hague average of €38,600) reflect a neighbourhood that is socio-economically mixed. Over 41% of residents have a high level of education, and the largest age group is between 25 and 45, giving the neighbourhood a relatively young and active population.

Amenities

For daily groceries, residents rely on supermarkets in the immediate vicinity, including shops on Laan van Meerdervoort and in the adjacent Valkenboskwartier. Laan van Meerdervoort is the main shopping street in the neighbourhood with various small shops, bakeries and eateries. For a larger selection, the city centre or Grote Marktstraat is accessible within twenty minutes. Primary schools are present in the neighbourhood, and for secondary education, students rely on schools elsewhere in The Hague. For sports, there are opportunities through sports clubs in Valkenboskwartier, and the Westduinen and Zuiderpark are reachable by bike for those who want to exercise outdoors. Healthcare centres and GP practices are available in the neighbourhood.

Accessibility

Heesterbuurt is well accessible by public transport. Several bus routes run through or past the neighbourhood towards the centre of The Hague and The Hague Central Station, which is about fifteen minutes away. Tram lines in the vicinity provide fast connections to the centre and other parts of the city. By bike, the city centre can be reached in about twenty minutes via Laan van Meerdervoort. For motorists, the connection to the A4 and A12 via the inner ring road of The Hague is reasonably quick to reach. Parking in the neighbourhood is possible with a resident's permit; free parking is limited, which is a point of attention for those who drive daily.

What residents say

On the neighbourhood page of Heesterbuurt you can find all resident reviews and neighbourhood scores. Residents often describe the neighbourhood as quiet and affordable, but also note the ageing of part of the housing stock. One resident writes: "It's an ordinary neighbourhood without fuss, you know your neighbours and the supermarket is nearby. But you do notice that some flats have seen better days." That image fits a neighbourhood in the midst of a gradual transformation, where newer tenants are often younger and the neighbourhood is slowly acquiring a slightly different profile.

Those considering renting elsewhere in The Hague can also look at rental homes in Valkenboskwartier, the surrounding district with a slightly higher WOZ value and a similar character but more amenities. For those seeking a greener and quieter alternative, Oostduinen is worth exploring. The more upscale Belgisch Park is further away but offers a completely different living environment on the edge of the dunes.

Does renting in Heesterbuurt suit you?

Heesterbuurt mainly attracts young professionals, starters and small households: more than half of households consist of a single person, and the neighbourhood has relatively few families with children compared to other The Hague neighbourhoods. For starters looking for a rental home in The Hague without paying top prices, Heesterbuurt is a realistic alternative to more expensive neighbourhoods. However, supply is limited: in the private sector, 64 homes were rented out over the past twelve months, indicating that you need to respond quickly when something becomes available for rent in Heesterbuurt. Make sure your documents (employer's statement, payslips, ID) are ready. For social rent, there is a waiting list; registration with Woonnet Haaglanden is mandatory. Those also considering buying can compare the supply of homes for sale in Heesterbuurt as an alternative.

What residents say about living in Heesterbuurt

Residents give Heesterbuurt an average solid rating, with location and accessibility as strong points. Less positive are some residents about the condition of older homes and the parking situation. One resident sums it up succinctly: "Central location, affordable and quiet. Not glamorous, but that's not necessary either." See all experiences and partial scores on the resident reviews of Heesterbuurt. These honest, detailed resident experiences are unique at neighbourhood level.

Comparing rental homes in and around Heesterbuurt

Heesterbuurt is more affordable than the The Hague average, but private sector prices are certainly not low. Those wanting more greenery can look at Westbroekpark en Duttendel or the more upscale Benoordenhout, although rental prices there are generally higher. For a broad overview of all available rental homes in the city, you can visit the page rental homes in The Hague. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only find a home but also understand whether the neighbourhood suits you. More background on the municipality can be found at The Hague. For official information about permits, parking and municipal services, you can visit the website of the municipality of The Hague.