Rental homes in Oostbroek-Zuid, Den Haag
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Rental prices and market figures for Oostbroek-Zuid, The Hague
Oostbroek-Zuid is a neighbourhood where renting and owning are almost evenly split: 49% of the more than 3,470 homes are rented, 50% are owner-occupied. Of those rental homes, only 5% are owned by a housing association. The vast majority, 44%, fall under other (private) landlords. Social housing is therefore only available to a limited extent.
In the free sector (excluding social housing), an average rent of €1,065 per month was recorded over the past twelve months, based on 17 rented homes. The range runs from €595 to €1,800 per month, with an average living area of 97 m². That works out to about €11 per m² per month. For the current supply and daily averages, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
The WOZ value in Oostbroek-Zuid averages €237,000. That is slightly lower than the district average of Rustenburg en Oostbroek (€242,000) and significantly lower than The Hague average of €354,000. Tenants looking for an affordable apartment to rent in Oostbroek-Zuid are therefore in one of the more accessible segments of The Hague rental market. By comparison, in more expensive The Hague districts such as Benoordenhout or Belgisch Park, rents and WOZ values are considerably higher.
Living in Oostbroek-Zuid, The Hague
Oostbroek-Zuid is a densely populated urban neighbourhood in the southern part of the district Rustenburg en Oostbroek. The buildings consist mainly of post-war porch flats and maisonettes from the 1950s and 1960s, interspersed with some terraced houses. The streetscape is compact and urban: narrow pavements, busy through roads and a mix of shops on the ground floors of apartment blocks. The neighbourhood has over 8,200 residents, the largest group being between 25 and 45 years old. Single-person households, at 2,130, are by far the most common household type, giving the neighbourhood a typical urban profile.
The character of Oostbroek-Zuid is distinctly multicultural. Resident Elif describes it succinctly: "Multicultural friendly neighbours." You notice this in the shops, on the street and in the composition of the population. The average income is €28,800 per year, which is below The Hague average of €38,600. The labour participation rate is 63%.
Facilities in Oostbroek-Zuid
The neighbourhood borders the Valkenboskade and the Laan van Meerdervoort, two busy shopping streets with a wide range of daily groceries, bakeries, butchers and ethnic supermarkets. For large supermarket chains, you are within walking distance of several options along the Laan van Meerdervoort and in the adjacent neighbourhood Rustenburg. Zuiderpark, one of the largest parks in The Hague, is within cycling distance and offers space for sports and recreation. Green space in the neighbourhood itself is scarce: residents give green space a score of 6.3 out of 10, which is lower than average. Primary schools are available in the immediate vicinity; secondary education is a bit further away but easily accessible. Residents rate education at 6.3. Facilities as a whole score highly: 8.7 out of 10.
Accessibility
Accessibility is a clear strong point of Oostbroek-Zuid: residents give it a 9.3 out of 10. The neighbourhood is a short cycle from The Hague city centre, about ten to fifteen minutes pedalling. By tram (lines along the Laan van Meerdervoort and towards Central Station) you are quickly in the city centre. Bus connections complete public transport. By car, the connection to the A4 and A12 is reasonably quick via the Lozerlaan or the Sportlaan. Parking in the neighbourhood is permit-based; free parking is scarce. That is something to consider if you have a car.
Safety and liveability
Safety scores an 8.0 out of 10, but the reviews show a more nuanced picture. Resident Katja writes candidly about "many homeless people, and cars that think it's a racetrack" and is bothered by bicycles on the pavement and leaving rubbish next to full bins. Uela also indicates that more police are needed. The score for cleanliness, at 4.3 out of 10, is the lowest of all sub-scores, which aligns with these comments. If you like a tidy, quiet living environment, you may encounter issues here. If you appreciate a lively, urban atmosphere and see multiculturalism as a plus, you will feel at home here. Read all experiences on the neighbourhood page of Oostbroek-Zuid.
Compared to neighbouring community Oostbroek-Noord, Oostbroek-Zuid has a similar urban character, but rents and WOZ values are close in both neighbourhoods. If you are looking for more green and quiet, you could also look at Westbroekpark en Duttendel or Oostduinen, although rents there are generally higher.
Is renting in Oostbroek-Zuid for you?
Oostbroek-Zuid mainly attracts young starters, single-person households and people who want to live centrally without paying the prices of the most expensive The Hague districts. Available rental homes in the free sector are relatively scarce: only 17 homes were rented out in the past year. That means you need to respond quickly to supply that is for rent in Oostbroek-Zuid. Make sure you have your income documents, employer's statement and ID ready. For social housing, registration with a housing association such as Staedion or Vestia is necessary, but expect long waiting lists. If you buy instead of rent, you can view the supply of homes for sale in Oostbroek-Zuid as an alternative, although purchase prices here are also lower than The Hague average. More rental options across the city can be found via rental homes in The Hague. For municipal information about living and permits, the Municipality of The Hague directs you to the right counter.
What residents say about Oostbroek-Zuid
Residents give Oostbroek-Zuid an average of 7.0 out of 10, based on three reviews on Buurtje.nl. The highest scores are for accessibility (9.3) and facilities (8.7). The lowest scores go to cleanliness (4.3) and housing (5.3). The picture that emerges from the reviews is that of a lively, multicultural neighbourhood with good connections, but also with visible challenges in terms of cleanliness and traffic behaviour. Elif describes the neighbourhood positively as "multicultural with friendly neighbours," while others draw attention to litter and driving behaviour. View all ratings and sub-scores on the reviews and neighbourhood data of Oostbroek-Zuid.
Compare rental homes in and around Oostbroek-Zuid
Would you like to compare the supply more broadly? Then also check the available supply in rental homes in Rustenburg en Oostbroek as a whole, or see what is for rent in the adjacent neighbourhood Oostbroek-Noord. 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 know what to expect from the neighbourhood. This way you make a choice that suits your lifestyle, not just your budget.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Oostbroek-Zuid, The Hague?
In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent in Oostbroek-Zuid over the past year was €1,065 per month, based on 17 rented homes. Rents ranged from €595 to €1,800 per month, with an average floor area of 97 m². That works out to about €11 per m² per month. Social housing is cheaper, but the housing association stock in the neighbourhood is limited to around 5% of the housing stock.
Are there social housing properties in Oostbroek-Zuid?
Social housing is scarce in Oostbroek-Zuid: only 5% of the housing stock is owned by a housing association. For a social housing property, you can register with associations such as Staedion or Vestia, which are active in The Hague. Be prepared for long waiting lists; in popular districts, the waiting time can run into several years. The remaining 44% of rental properties are owned by private landlords and fall under the free sector.
What is it like to live in Oostbroek-Zuid?
Oostbroek-Zuid is a lively, multicultural urban neighbourhood with a city character and post-war buildings. Residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.0 out of 10. Its strongest points are accessibility (9.3) and amenities (8.7). It scores lower on beauty (4.3) and housing (5.3). The neighbourhood has a distinct atmosphere: diverse, compact, and well-connected to the rest of The Hague, but not the quietest or tidiest environment.
Is Oostbroek-Zuid suitable for starters and single-person households?
Yes, Oostbroek-Zuid is popular among young starters and single people: single-person households, with 2,130, form the largest household group in the neighbourhood. Free-sector rents average €1,065 per month, which is relatively affordable for The Hague. The good accessibility and wide range of amenities make the neighbourhood attractive for those who want to live centrally. Families with children find the neighbourhood less green and quiet than surrounding districts.
How is the accessibility of Oostbroek-Zuid?
Residents rate the accessibility of Oostbroek-Zuid at 9.3 out of 10, the highest sub-score. By bike, you can reach the centre of The Hague in ten to fifteen minutes. Tram lines along the Laan van Meerdervoort and bus connections provide good public transport. By car, access to the A4 and A12 motorways is available via the Lozerlaan. Parking in the neighbourhood requires a permit and free parking spaces are scarce.
What amenities are there in Oostbroek-Zuid?
Residents give amenities a high score of 8.7 out of 10. Along the Laan van Meerdervoort and the Valkenboskade, you will find supermarkets, bakeries, butchers, and various shops within walking distance. For sports and nature, Zuiderpark is within cycling distance. Primary schools are available in the immediate vicinity. Green space in the neighbourhood itself is limited; the green score is 6.3 out of 10.
Is Oostbroek-Zuid a safe neighbourhood to live in?
Residents give safety a score of 8.0 out of 10, but the reviews nuance that picture. Some residents report nuisance from vagrants, cars driving too fast, and fatbikes on pavements, as well as annoyances around rubbish near bins. The score for beauty, at 4.3 out of 10, is the lowest of all rated categories. The neighbourhood is not a quiet villa district, but for a densely populated urban neighbourhood, most residents' perception of safety is relatively positive.
Very many unsafe situations in my neighbourhood. More police needed.
Auto-translated to English by AIMany homeless people, and cars that think it's a racetrack. Bikes on the pavement, fatbike misery. Little or none. Respect from people. People should just throw their rubbish in the bins. And people here shouldn't put their rubbish bags by the underground container when it's full.
Auto-translated to English by AII could describe my neighbourhood in one sentence. Multicultural friendly neighbours.
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