Terraced houses for rent in Den Haag

The Hague as a rental market: what makes terraced houses different here

The Hague combines a large diplomatic community with a solid group of civil servants and a growing number of young families. This puts pressure on the rental market, both internationally and locally. Terraced houses are popular in this market: they offer more space than an apartment but are generally less expensive than a detached or corner house. However, supply is limited and they go quickly. Current numbers and prices can be found in the overview at the top of this page.

Renting a terraced house in The Hague is not a quiet search. Properties are sometimes rented out within a day, especially in the popular neighbourhoods around the centre and the coast. Those who are well prepared have a better chance.

What to look out for with a terraced house in The Hague

• Respond quickly, but always view the property first. Fraud via fake rental adverts occurs more often in The Hague than in smaller cities. Never pay a deposit or first month's rent before you have signed a valid rental contract.
• Check the energy label. Terraced houses in older Hague neighbourhoods (1930s, 1950s) sometimes have poor insulation. A low energy label means higher heating costs, which come on top of the rent.
• Watch out for service costs. With private rental properties, service costs are not always legally capped. Always ask for a breakdown and compare with the legal standards.
• Ask about parking permits. In many Hague neighbourhoods, parking requires a permit. Not every landlord proactively mentions this. Check whether you as a tenant are eligible for a permit and what the waiting time is.
• Look at the WOZ value and the points system. Although many terraced houses in The Hague fall into the free sector, it is wise to check whether the rent is proportionate to the property valuation. Especially now that the regulation threshold has been raised, a property can sometimes be incorrectly offered as free sector.
• Set up a search alert via the Buurtje.nl app. The app is free and sends you a push notification as soon as a new terraced house becomes available in your search area. This way you don't have to keep searching manually. Download from the App Store or Google Play.
• Don't count on registration time. Most terraced houses in The Hague are offered via private landlords or estate agents, not via housing associations. Registration time hardly counts here. You compete on income, references and speed.

What determines the rent of a terraced house in The Hague?

Terraced houses in The Hague predominantly fall into the higher rental segment. This has several causes. The city attracts internationals who are used to higher rents, and the proximity of ministries and international organisations keeps demand structurally high.

Factors that drive up the price:

• Location relative to the centre, beach or station
• Presence of a garden (front or back garden)
• Energy label and state of maintenance
• Parking possibility on own property or on the street
• Furnished versus unfurnished (furnished is more expensive, but attractive for expats)

Check the current price level in all rental properties in The Hague for a realistic picture of what is currently on the market. More background on the city can be found on the page with reviews and neighbourhood data of The Hague.

Neighbourhoods where terraced houses can be found

Not every Hague neighbourhood has as many terraced houses in the rental market. Below is a selection of neighbourhoods with a high resident score and a realistic supply:

• Belgisch Park (8.9/10): quiet, green neighbourhood close to the coast. Popular with expats and families. Little turnover, so respond quickly if something becomes available.
• Benoordenhout (8.5/10): wide streets, lots of greenery, close to international schools. Rental properties here are scarce but sought after.
• Geuzen- en Statenkwartier (8.3/10): lively, good shops and restaurants, well connected. One of the most sought-after neighbourhoods for tenants who want to live urban with family space.
• Bomen- en Bloemenbuurt (8.5/10): quiet and family-friendly, slightly further from the centre. Relatively more supply than the most expensive neighbourhoods.
• Loosduinen (8.1/10): on the edge of the city, more space for your money. Good for those who don't need to be within walking distance of the centre.

Want to know if a neighbourhood suits you? Check the neighbourhood reviews and scores per neighbourhood via the municipality overview page.

Looking outside The Hague too? Rotterdam as an alternative

The Hague and Rotterdam are less than half an hour apart. If you are flexible about location, you can increase your chances by also searching for terraced houses in Rotterdam. The supply there is different in composition and the market sometimes reacts differently to similar properties. Especially if you commute by train or car, it is worth including both cities in your search.

If you specifically want to buy instead of rent, also check the supply of terraced houses for sale in The Hague for a comparison of the market.