Rental homes in Laakkwartier-Oost, Den Haag
View the current rental property supply in Laakkwartier-Oost, The Hague. Compare prices, check neighbourhood scores and read what residents think of this lively Hague neighbourhood.
Rental prices and market figures for Laakkwartier-Oost, The Hague
Laakkwartier-Oost is a neighbourhood where the majority of homes are rented: 58% of the 5,181 homes are rental properties, compared to 42% owner-occupied. Notably, only 4% of the total housing stock is owned by housing associations. The vast majority, around 54%, is rented out by private landlords and investors. Social housing is therefore scarce here, and waiting lists are long.
In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent over the past twelve months was €1,435 per month, with a range of €520 to €3,000. With an average floor area of 78 m², this works out at around €18.40 per m². The average WOZ value in Laakkwartier-Oost is €240,000, slightly higher than the district average of €235,000 for Laakkwartier and Spoorwijk, but significantly lower than The Hague's average of €354,000. This makes the neighbourhood relatively affordable compared to many other parts of The Hague. Would you like to see the current daily prices and available rental properties? Then check the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Laakkwartier-Oost
Laakkwartier-Oost is nestled between Hollands Spoor station and the Neherkade, in the heart of The Hague's Laakkwartier district. It is a compact, urban neighbourhood with a mixed streetscape: pre-war porch flats along the Vaillantlaan, post-war buildings around the Oudemansstraat, and newer apartment blocks here and there. The population is diverse, with over 11,500 residents, the largest group (4,405 people) being between 25 and 45 years old. Single-person households form the majority (3,205), which is typical for a neighbourhood with many starters and young professionals.
The atmosphere is best described as lively and direct. Resident Joshua sums it up: "The neighbourhood is active but not unsafe; there are shops and amenities within walking distance, so you can easily grab a döner kebab and do your shopping at Albert Heijn." That Albert Heijn on the Vaillantlaan is indeed an important anchor point, as is the Lidl a bit further down. Along the same Vaillantlaan, you'll find a string of small shops, hairdressers, phone shops, and eateries. It's not a trendy shopping street, but one where you have everything you need close at hand.
Amenities in the neighbourhood
In terms of education, there are several primary schools in the immediate vicinity, including De Populier and De Zonnewijzer primary school. For secondary education, young people need to go a bit further, towards Zuiderpark or the city centre. Sports enthusiasts can go to the De Vaillant sports hall at Hobbemaplein, and Zuiderpark with its sports fields and De Blinkerd swimming pool is within cycling distance. GP practices and a pharmacy are within walking distance around the Vaillantlaan.
Accessibility from Laakkwartier-Oost
Accessibility scores the highest of all categories with a 9.3 from residents, and rightly so. Hollands Spoor station is less than a ten-minute walk away. From there, you can reach Leiden or Rotterdam in ten minutes, and Schiphol in an hour. Trams 1, 9, and 16 stop in the neighbourhood and take you quickly to the city centre, Scheveningen, or Loosduinen. By bike, you can reach Central Station in five minutes. Motorists can reach the A12 via the Neherkade and Rijswijkseweg in a few minutes. Parking in this part of the neighbourhood requires a permit; expect a waiting list and costs of around €100 per year via the municipality of The Hague.
Not everything is rosy. Resident Dionne (4.9/10) mentions overcrowding as a problem: "Very often nuisance from people sharing homes with too many people. And leaving rubbish everywhere on the street." The cleanliness score of 6.0 is therefore the lowest sub-score. Litter around the Vaillantlaan and in some side streets is a recurring point of criticism. At the same time, Aivher (9.6/10) writes: "I've been living here for 3 years and nothing strange has ever happened here, really a quiet neighbourhood. Neighbours are really kind and talk normally to each other." Experiences thus vary, depending on the specific block where you live.
Compared to neighbouring areas in the district, Laakkwartier-Oost is slightly more expensive than Spoorwijk, which has a somewhat lower price level but is also less central. If you're looking for more space and new-build properties, Laakhaven-Oost is interesting, where many new apartments have been built in recent years. Want to know more about residents' experiences? Then check out the neighbourhood page for Laakkwartier-Oost with all reviews and neighbourhood data.
Who is a rental property in Laakkwartier-Oost suitable for?
With many single-person households, an average income of €28,400, and a labour participation rate of 63%, Laakkwartier-Oost is typically a neighbourhood for starters and young professionals who want to live affordably in The Hague with good public transport connections. Renting an apartment in Laakkwartier-Oost, at an average of €1,435 per month in the free sector, is considerably cheaper than in districts such as Belgisch Park or Benoordenhout. Keep in mind that rental homes here go quickly: prepare your documents (payslips, ID, employer's statement) in advance and respond on the same day. Social housing through housing associations is scarce (4%), so register in time with WoonNet Haaglanden if you qualify. Considering buying instead? Then check the supply of homes for sale in Laakkwartier-Oost.
What residents say about Laakkwartier-Oost
Based on 3 reviews, Laakkwartier-Oost scores a 7.2 out of 10. Accessibility is rated highest (9.3), followed by amenities (7.7). The lowest scores go to cleanliness (6.0) and green spaces (6.7). Resident Joshua writes: "There are a few homeless people here who are a bit chaotic, but if you mind your own business, nothing happens." That typifies the down-to-earth attitude of many residents here. Want to read all reviews? Check them out at Laakkwartier-Oost.
Renting in Laakkwartier-Oost compared to surrounding neighbourhoods
Still unsure whether Laakkwartier-Oost is the right neighbourhood to rent a home? Then also compare with Laakkwartier-West, which is similar in atmosphere but sometimes a bit quieter, or with Noordpolderbuurt. At district level, you'll find the full range of properties to rent in Laakkwartier and Spoorwijk. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews, and data from over 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also the neighbourhood that truly suits you.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Laakkwartier-Oost, The Hague?
The average rent in the free sector in Laakkwartier-Oost is €1,435 per month, with a range of €520 to €3,000. With an average area of 78 m², this amounts to approximately €18.40 per m². Social housing is cheaper, but only 4% of properties are owned by housing corporations, resulting in long waiting lists.
Are there social housing units in Laakkwartier-Oost?
Only 4% of homes in Laakkwartier-Oost are owned by a housing corporation. Most rental supply (54%) comes from private landlords. For social housing, you can register with WoonNet Haaglanden, but expect waiting times of several years.
What is it like to live in Laakkwartier-Oost?
Residents rate Laakkwartier-Oost a 7.2 out of 10. The neighbourhood is lively and urban, with many amenities within walking distance and excellent public transport connections. The atmosphere is direct and multicultural. Drawbacks mentioned by residents include litter and occasional nuisance from overcrowding, but many residents experience it as a pleasant, active neighbourhood.
Is Laakkwartier-Oost suitable for starters looking to rent a home?
Yes, Laakkwartier-Oost is popular among starters and young professionals. Free sector rents are below The Hague average, the neighbourhood has many single-person households, and Hollands Spoor station is within walking distance. The average income is €28,400, fitting the starter profile.
How is the accessibility of Laakkwartier-Oost?
Accessibility scores a 9.3 out of 10 from residents. Hollands Spoor station is a ten-minute walk away, with direct trains to Leiden, Rotterdam and Schiphol. Trams 1, 9 and 16 stop in the neighbourhood. The A12 motorway is reachable by car in a few minutes via the Neherkade.
What amenities are there in Laakkwartier-Oost?
Along the Vaillantlaan you will find an Albert Heijn, Lidl and various small shops and eateries. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, De Vaillant sports hall near Hobbemaplein, and Zuiderpark with sports fields and a swimming pool within cycling distance. GPs and a pharmacy are within walking distance.
Is Laakkwartier-Oost a safe neighbourhood to live in?
Residents rate safety a 7.0 out of 10. Experiences vary: some residents feel completely safe and have lived there for years without problems, while others indicate they sometimes feel unsafe on the street due to nuisance or overcrowding. Overall, the neighbourhood is considered lively but not unsafe.
The neighbourhood is active but not unsafe; there are shops and amenities within walking distance, so you can easily buy a döner and do your shopping at Albert Heijn. There are a few homeless people here who are a bit chaotic, but if you mind your own business, nothing happens.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery often nuisance from people (foreign) who share houses here with too many people. And leave rubbish everywhere on the street. And sometimes I don't feel safe on the street.
Auto-translated to English by AII've been living here for 3 years and nothing weird has ever happened here, really a quiet neighbourhood. Neighbours are really kind and talk to each other normally.
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