Rental homes in Voorhout, Den Haag

Rental prices and market figures Voorhout, The Hague

Voorhout is a neighbourhood where renting is the norm: 72% of the approximately 1,887 homes are rental properties, compared to 27% owner-occupied homes. Notably, only 9% of the housing stock is owned by housing associations. The vast majority, around 64%, is rented out by private landlords and investors. This means that most rental properties in Voorhout fall into the free sector, with corresponding prices. In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent over the past twelve months was €2,490 per month, with a range from €549 to €4,500. With an average floor area of 137 m², this works out to around €18 per m². That is substantial. The average WOZ value in Voorhout is €530,000, well above the average for the Centrum district (€345,000) and far above The Hague average of €354,000. Rental prices in Voorhout are therefore at the upper end of what you can expect in the centre of The Hague. At the top of this page, you can see the current daily prices and the current rental supply in Voorhout.

Living in Voorhout, The Hague

Voorhout is nestled in the heart of The Hague city centre, roughly between Torenstraat, Noordeinde and Molenstraat. It is a neighbourhood with an urban, somewhat cosmopolitan character. The buildings are a mix of renovated pre-war properties, post-war apartments and recent new-build projects. Many homes are situated above shops and hospitality venues, keeping the streetscape lively. With 2,645 residents, it is a compact neighbourhood, where the largest group (1,240 people) is between 25 and 45 years old. Almost half of all households are single-person (1,155), confirming the picture: Voorhout is a typical city-centre neighbourhood for working singles and young couples.

Shops, dining and daily amenities

Within walking distance you will find Grote Marktstraat with Albert Heijn, Jumbo and various specialist shops. The Passage, one of the oldest covered shopping streets in the Netherlands, is a few minutes' walk away. Along Noordeinde there are galleries, boutiques and restaurants. For daily groceries, you do not need to leave the neighbourhood. GPs, pharmacies and dentists are within a 500-metre radius. Primary schools, such as Koningin Juliana School and Schilderswijkschool, are located in adjacent neighbourhoods. Secondary schools like Gymnasium Haganum and Christelijk Gymnasium Sorghvliet are within ten minutes by bike.

Accessibility from Voorhout

The Hague Central Station is less than a ten-minute walk away. This gives you direct train connections to Amsterdam (50 min), Rotterdam (25 min) and Leiden (15 min). Tram lines 1, 9 and 16 stop in the immediate vicinity. By bike, you can reach the Binnenhof or Paleiskwartier in five minutes. Motorists can reach the A12 in about ten minutes, but parking is a different story: permit parking is standard and free spaces are scarce. Residents often mention parking as one of the biggest annoyances.

Atmosphere and what residents think

The atmosphere in Voorhout is that of a busy, vibrant city-centre neighbourhood. This has advantages: everything is close by, the cultural offering is extensive and you are right in the middle of The Hague life. But it also has downsides. Noise pollution from hospitality and traffic is mentioned by residents, and the hustle and bustle on the streets is not for everyone. One resident writes: "Fantastic location, but you have to be able to handle city noises. At night it can be quite noisy around the nightlife areas." Check all reviews and neighbourhood data for Voorhout for a complete picture. Compared to neighbouring areas like Kortenbos and Zuidwal, Voorhout is slightly more expensive, but also slightly more central. If you are looking for a bit more peace within the centre, you can also look at the supply in Uilebomen.

Is a rental property in Voorhout right for you?

With 65% highly educated, an average income of €54,600 and a predominantly young resident profile, Voorhout mainly attracts working professionals, expats and young professionals. If you are a starter and want to rent an apartment in Voorhout, prepare for stiff competition: a rental home in this neighbourhood goes quickly. Make sure you have your proof of income, employer's statement and ID ready before you go viewings. Social housing is scarce (9% housing association ownership), so preferably register with housing associations like Staedion or Haag Wonen if you want to get on the waiting list. If you find the rental prices too high, check out the supply of homes for sale in Voorhout or compare with the broader supply in The Hague.

What residents say about Voorhout

Residents particularly appreciate the central location and the extensive range of amenities. The proximity to The Hague Central Station and cultural hotspots scores highly. Criticism focuses on parking pressure and noise pollution. One resident sums it up: "You really live right in the middle of the city here, with everything within walking distance. But you have to look elsewhere for peace and quiet." Read more reviews and see all sub-scores on the neighbourhood page for Voorhout.

Renting in Voorhout compared to surrounding neighbourhoods

Voorhout is one of the more expensive city-centre neighbourhoods in The Hague. If you are looking for a similar atmosphere but slightly lower rents, then the rest of the Centrum district is worth exploring. Outside the centre, neighbourhoods like Belgisch Park and Benoordenhout offer a greener, quieter alternative, albeit not cheap either. On Buurtje.nl you can compare neighbourhoods based on neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and data from more than 1,500 sources, so you can weigh up renting a home in Voorhout against other options. More information about the municipality can be found on the website of the Municipality of The Hague.