Rental homes in Visserijbuurt, Den Haag

Rental prices and market figures for Visserijbuurt, The Hague

Visserijbuurt is a neighbourhood where renting is the norm: 57% of the 2,233 homes are rental properties, compared to 42% owner-occupied. Within that rental segment, 27% is owned by housing associations (social housing) and 31% is rented out by private or commercial landlords in the free sector. Those looking to rent a home in the free sector pay an average of €2,175 per month. The range runs from approximately €765 to €3,500 per month, with an average floor area of 105 m². That works out to about €20.70 per square metre. Note: these prices exclude social housing. The average WOZ value of €376,000 is slightly below the district average for Scheveningen (€385,000), but above The Hague average of €354,000. In terms of income (€39,800), the neighbourhood is just below the district average (€41,300) and slightly above the municipal average (€38,600). Rental prices in Visserijbuurt are therefore in the upper range of The Hague's rental housing supply, comparable to other Scheveningen neighbourhoods. At the top of this page you will always find the current daily prices and available supply.

Living in Visserijbuurt, The Hague

Visserijbuurt is the part of Scheveningen that is not directly on the coast, but still feels its influence. The neighbourhood is roughly bounded by Scheveningseweg, Neptunusstraat and Westduinweg. Here you will find a mix of pre-war townhouses, 1950s and 1960s porch flats, and a number of newer apartments. The streetscape is varied: wide avenues with old trees alongside narrower streets with stacked buildings. It is a typical residential neighbourhood, not bustling but not boring either, with a clear mix of young professionals, families and older residents. Around 1,105 residents are between 25 and 45 years old, the largest age group. Single-person households form the majority (1,025 of households), which is reflected in the demand for smaller apartments.

Facilities in Visserijbuurt

For daily groceries, you go to Albert Heijn on Keizerstraat or Jumbo a bit further towards Scheveningen village. Keizerstraat is the main shopping street of this part of Scheveningen, with bakeries, butchers, a chemist and various small specialist shops. For dining and drinks, you rely on the boulevard (10 minutes' walk) or the Scheveningen Harbour Quarter. Schools in the immediate vicinity are limited: residents' scores for education are notably low at 4 out of 10. For primary education, there are options in neighbouring neighbourhoods such as Oud Scheveningen, but for secondary schools you need to head towards the city centre or Benoordenhout. Sports facilities can be found at Sportcentrum Scheveningen on Sportlaan, and the beach is of course nearby for running or swimming. Green space scores a moderate 5 out of 10: there are no large parks in the neighbourhood itself, although Westbroekpark is within cycling distance.

Accessibility of Visserijbuurt

Accessibility is a strong point and scores an 8 out of 10 from residents. Tram line 1 (towards Delft/city centre) and line 9 stop within walking distance. Den Haag Hollands Spoor station can be reached in about 20 minutes by public transport. By car, via Scheveningseweg you quickly reach the Hubertustunnel and thus the A44 towards Amsterdam or Leiden. Cycling to The Hague city centre takes a quarter of an hour. Parking is a point of attention: you need a parking permit and spaces are not always easy to find, especially in the evenings. More information about parking permits can be found on the website of the municipality of The Hague.

Residents give Visserijbuurt a 6.5 out of 10. Facilities and accessibility score the highest (both 8), while green space and education lag behind. The neighbourhood is valued for its practical location: close to the sea, close to the city, without the hustle and bustle of the boulevard. Those who want to read residents' experiences can visit the neighbourhood page of Visserijbuurt for all reviews and neighbourhood data. Compared to Scheveningen Badplaats, it is quieter and less touristy here. Compared to Vissershaven, Visserijbuurt is a bit neater and more residential, but also slightly more expensive.

Does Visserijbuurt suit you as a tenant?

A rental home in Visserijbuurt is particularly interesting for working singles and couples looking for the combination of sea and city without the tourist crowds of the boulevard. With 40% highly educated and an average income of nearly €40,000, the neighbourhood mainly attracts young professionals. For families, the limited supply of schools is a downside. Seniors will find a quiet environment here, but must take into account the high free-sector prices. Social housing via housing associations is available (27% of the stock), but waiting lists in The Hague are long. If you have a larger budget and are considering buying, also check the supply of homes for sale in Visserijbuurt. Respond quickly to available rental homes in Visserijbuurt: the supply in the free sector is limited.

What residents say about Visserijbuurt

Visserijbuurt receives a 6.5 out of 10 from residents, based on 1 review. The highest sub-scores go to accessibility and facilities (both 8.0), followed by safety and community (both 7.0). Housing scores a 7.0. The lowest scores are for education (4.0) and green space (5.0). "The location is great, close to the sea and tram, but there is hardly any green space in the neighbourhood itself," sums up the sentiment. More reviews and experiences can be read on the review page of Visserijbuurt.

Compare rental homes in Visserijbuurt with surrounding neighbourhoods

Would you like to rent an apartment in Visserijbuurt but also explore alternatives? Rijslag offers a similar quiet atmosphere, slightly closer to Westbroekpark. In Belgisch Park you will find more green space and a villa district character, but higher rental prices. Also check the wider supply for rent in the Scheveningen district. Buurtje.nl combines neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and data from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also the neighbourhood that truly suits you.