Rental homes in Waalsdorp, Den Haag

Rental prices and market figures in Waalsdorp, The Hague

Waalsdorp is one of the more expensive neighbourhoods in The Hague when it comes to renting. The average rent in the free sector over the past year was €2,718 per month, with a range of €919 to €4,400. With an average floor area of 118 m², this works out to about €23 per square metre. Note: these figures exclude social housing. There are no housing association homes in Waalsdorp (0%), meaning all rental properties in Waalsdorp are offered via private landlords or investors in the free sector. Those looking for social housing will therefore have to search in other neighbourhoods.

The average WOZ value of homes in Waalsdorp is €782,000, significantly higher than the district average of Benoordenhout (€624,000) and more than double The Hague average (€354,000). Only 20% of the housing stock is rental, the remaining 80% is owner-occupied. In the past twelve months, 31 homes were rented out in the free sector. See the top of this page for current listings and the daily average rent for the most recent updates.

Living in Waalsdorp, The Hague

Waalsdorp is located on the northwest side of Benoordenhout, nestled between the dunes and the Haagse Bos. It is a green, quiet residential neighbourhood with an almost village-like character, despite being less than a ten-minute bike ride from The Hague city centre. The housing stock mainly consists of spacious detached houses and semi-detached homes from the 1950s to 1970s, supplemented by some newer villas. Apartments are relatively scarce; those wanting to rent an apartment in Waalsdorp should expect limited supply. The average income of residents is €74,100 (nearly double The Hague average) and 73% are highly educated. This is a neighbourhood of established families and older residents: the largest age group is 45-65 years and the most common household type is a family with children.

Facilities in and around Waalsdorp

Residents rate the education in the neighbourhood a 10 out of 10, and for good reason. In the immediate vicinity are the International School of The Hague on Wijndaelerduin and primary school De Kleine Prins. Sam Beekland, a resident, writes: "It is a very nice neighbourhood with friendly people, there is a playground nearby and also many schools." For daily groceries, you rely on the supermarkets on Van Hoytemastraat (Albert Heijn) or the Fred shopping centre in Benoordenhout. There are few restaurants or shops in the neighbourhood itself, but that fits its quiet character. Sports facilities include tennis club Leimonias and hockey club Klein Zwitserland, both within walking distance. The dunes of Meijendel start literally at the edge of the neighbourhood, which explains the score of 9 out of 10 for green space.

Accessibility of Waalsdorp

By car, via Landscheidingsweg you quickly reach the N44 towards Wassenaar and the A44 towards Leiden and Amsterdam. The centre of The Hague can be reached in ten minutes by bike via Benoordenhoutseweg. Public transport is somewhat limited: the nearest tram stop is on Wassenaarseweg, where tram 1 runs towards Scheveningen and Delft. Bus lines to The Hague Central Station also stop in Benoordenhout. Parking in Waalsdorp is still relatively relaxed compared to the city centre; many homes have their own driveway or garage. More information about parking permits can be found on the website of the municipality of The Hague.

Residents rate Waalsdorp an 8.4 out of 10. Safety (8.5), facilities (8.5) and green space (9.0) score particularly high. Housing scores the lowest at 7.0, which is likely due to the high prices and limited supply. Compared to nearby neighbourhoods such as Duinzigt and Arendsdorp, Waalsdorp is slightly more exclusive and greener, but also more expensive. Those looking for a bit more bustle can check out the offerings in Van Hoytemastraat and surroundings, where more shops and restaurants are found. Read more about residents' experiences on the neighbourhood page of Waalsdorp.

Who is a rental home in Waalsdorp suitable for?

With an average rent of €2,718 per month, a rental home in Waalsdorp is mainly for dual-income earners with above-average income, expats (partly due to the proximity of the International School) and families seeking peace and space. Starters and students will struggle here due to the prices and lack of social housing. Be quick when something becomes available for rent in Waalsdorp: supply is scarce. Have your proof of income, employer's statement and ID ready. As an alternative, also consider homes for sale in Waalsdorp, because with 80% owner-occupied homes, the supply there is larger. Those wanting to search more broadly can look at the overview of rental homes in Benoordenhout or similar districts such as Westbroekpark and Duttendel.

What residents say about Waalsdorp

Based on 2 reviews, Waalsdorp scores an 8.4 out of 10. The highest sub-score is education (10.0), the lowest is housing (7.0). Sam Breekland writes: "It is a very nice neighbourhood with friendly people. It is often clean, not always unfortunately. It is cosy and a great neighbourhood for children." Residents particularly appreciate the green character, safety and good schools. Curious about all reviews and scores? Check the reviews of Waalsdorp.

Comparing rental homes in and around Waalsdorp

Waalsdorp is one of the most sought-after neighbourhoods within Benoordenhout, but also one of the most expensive. Feel free to compare with nearby neighbourhoods: in the Nassaubuurt you will find a more urban character, while Uilennest is similar in terms of tranquillity. Also look at districts such as Belgisch Park or the Archipelbuurt for a different type of living experience. On Buurtje.nl you combine neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and available rental homes from more than 1,500 sources, so you can make an informed choice. Also see the full overview of rental homes in The Hague.