Rental homes in Morgenstond, Den Haag
Looking for current rental properties in Morgenstond? Check the available listings here directly, including prices and residents' experiences regarding safety and atmosphere in the neighbourhood.
Is renting in Morgenstond affordable in the current market?
When you look at the housing market in this part of The Hague, it immediately stands out that Morgenstond is a true rental neighbourhood. As much as 76% of the housing stock consists of rental homes. That sounds like there is plenty of choice, but appearances are deceptive for those seeking in the private sector. The vast majority, namely 63% of all homes, are owned by housing corporations. This means that social housing dominates here and waiting times for it are often long. Are you looking for a home in the private sector? Then you are fishing in a relatively small pond of only 13% of the supply (private landlords and investors).
Nevertheless, homes do become available regularly. In the past 12 months, we saw about 54 changes in the private sector (excluding rooms). Prices here are steep, especially when compared to the average income in the neighbourhood (€29,800, which is considerably lower than the Hague average). The average rent in the private sector over the past year was €1,754 per month, with extremes from €940 to as much as €2,900. For that amount, you get an average of 89m² of living space. That is significantly more space than you would get for this money in the city centre, but you do pay a serious price for a neighbourhood where the WOZ value at €232,000 is well below the city average. For the current daily prices, we refer you to the overview at the top of this page.
Rats, rubbish or peaceful living: what do residents say?
Morgenstond is a neighbourhood with two faces, and that is reflected in the experiences of the people who live there. The neighbourhood scores an average rating of 6.4, which is on the low side. As you walk through the streets, or gauge opinions online on the main page of Morgenstond, it becomes clear why. The theme that keeps coming up is the pollution of public spaces. Resident Miranda (6.1/10) does not mince her words: "Some residents can't be bothered to put rubbish in the bin." She describes situations where rubbish bags end up next to the bins and street litter remains. Samantha is also critical in her review "Dirty unhygienic neighbourhood" (5.9/10). She reports nuisance from pests: "There are many rats, a lot of food and such on the street."
Is it all doom and gloom then? Certainly not. There are parts of the neighbourhood, for example towards Morgenstond-West, where residents actually appreciate the peace and the practical side of the neighbourhood. Giovanna gives the neighbourhood an 8.3 and says: "I find it a quiet street... I live in an apartment that I am very satisfied with and never want to leave." She especially praises the accessibility and amenities: "Everything is nice and close by in terms of shops and public transport." That is true; with the Leyweg shopping centre around the corner and good tram connections to the city centre and the beach, you score points here in terms of location (accessibility therefore gets a 6.8). But Giovanna also sees the mess: "I do think it's a mess in the grass around the building... a shame."
Social cohesion is another point of concern. Where some neighbours greet each other friendly, others experience a lack of community spirit or even insecurity. J. Benning notes that the neighbourhood is deteriorating: "There are more drunk people, a lot of public urination, drugs, many people hanging around who don't live here." Another resident even refers to a shooting incident and car break-ins. So it is not a polished neighbourhood like Benoordenhout or the stately Archipelbuurt. You need to be able to take a punch here and not be averse to a raw urban edge. The atmosphere can vary per street; it pays to also check out the situation in Morgenstond-Zuid or the eastern part, Morgenstond-Oost.
Does a home in Morgenstond suit your stage of life?
Given the statistics and the atmosphere, Morgenstond is not the ideal place for everyone. The largest group of residents is between 25 and 45 years old, and more than half of households consist of single-person households. Are you looking for an affordable apartment to rent with a reasonable number of square metres, and don't mind that the street is not always tidy? Then you might succeed here. For families looking for a safe, green environment where children can play carefree on the street, the concerns about safety and hygiene (such as the rat nuisance and street litter) might be a dealbreaker. Because rents in the private sector are quite steep relative to the property value, it is often more interesting for starters with some savings to look at homes for sale in Morgenstond. Monthly costs for buying are often lower here than the rent.
Exploring the current housing supply
If you decide you want to live here, Buurtje.nl helps you keep an eye on the supply. Because new homes in the private sector do not come on the market daily, quick response is necessary. Use the filters at the top to see if there is a house to rent in Morgenstond possible today within your budget. Nothing there? Then look a bit further, for example at rental homes in The Hague in other neighbourhoods. For those seeking more peace and greenery, the nearby neighbourhoods such as Oostduinen or the chic Westbroekpark en Duttendel are options, although they come with a completely different price tag. Belgisch Park is also a popular but more expensive alternative close to the coast.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a home in Morgenstond?
In the private sector, the average rent over the past 12 months was €1,754 per month. Prices vary widely, ranging from €940 to €2,900, depending on the size and condition of the property.
Is there a lot of social housing in Morgenstond?
Yes, Morgenstond consists largely of social housing. About 63% of homes are owned by housing associations. To rent a home in this sector, you need to be registered and often face a long waiting period.
How safe is the Morgenstond neighbourhood?
Opinions are divided. Residents rate safety an average of 6.3. There are reports of nuisance, loitering youths and occasional crime, but others experience their specific street as quiet. It varies by part of the neighbourhood.
Is it easy to park if I rent a home in Morgenstond?
In large parts of Morgenstond, paid parking has been introduced to regulate parking pressure. As a resident, you can apply for a parking permit via the Municipality of The Hague, which is often cheaper than paying on the street.
What amenities are there in the area?
Morgenstond has excellent amenities. The large Leyweg shopping centre is centrally located in the neighbourhood, where you can find supermarkets, clothing stores and restaurants. Public transport is also well organised with various tram and bus lines.
There is a lot of nature, many facilities, everything is nearby: a shopping centre, schools, a bus station.
Auto-translated to English by AISome residents are too lazy to put rubbish in the container, often leaving it next to the container. A resident with a fear of germs throws plastic gloves and cans on the ground.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbours do say hello politely but we don't have any further contact with them and we don't want to either, we don't like that.
Auto-translated to English by AINeighbours don't look out for each other and it's dangerous because a few months ago a man was shot in the head a few houses down and there's a lot of rubbish on the street very often and often break-ins in cars and such
Auto-translated to English by AII think it's a quiet street, but it's not very safe further into the neighbourhood. I live in an apartment that I'm very happy with and never want to leave. Everything is conveniently close in terms of shops and public transport, etc. But I do think the grass around the building is a mess... a shame.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere are many rats, lots of food and stuff on the street. It's really dirty and car windows are smashed regularly.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere are more drunk people, a lot of public urination, drugs, many people hanging around who don't live here
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's nice and quiet, lots of children to play outside with, and always close to the forest.
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