Rental homes in Willemspark, Den Haag

What does a rental property in Willemspark cost? Expect an average of €2,710 per month

Willemspark is one of the most expensive rental neighbourhoods in The Hague, and that is immediately reflected in the figures. In the free sector, the average rent over the past twelve months was €2,710 per month, with a range of €903 to €5,000. That is steep, especially compared to the The Hague average. The average WOZ value in Willemspark is €524,000, compared to €354,000 for the whole of The Hague. Anyone looking to rent an apartment here must therefore reckon with a substantial budget. The average size of rented properties was 129 m², which explains why prices are so high: these are often spacious apartments in monumental buildings.

Of the 1,213 homes in the neighbourhood, 61% are rental properties, but only 3% are owned by a housing association. The vast majority, around 58%, are rented out by private landlords and investors. Social housing is therefore virtually non-existent here. The free sector dominates completely, meaning that rental properties in Willemspark almost by definition fall above the liberalisation threshold. Check the current listings and daily price at the top of this page, as these can fluctuate significantly from week to week.

Embassies, old lime trees and tranquillity: what Willemspark really feels like

Willemspark is not a neighbourhood you end up in by chance. It is a conscious choice, and most residents know exactly why they live here. The neighbourhood is nestled between the Peace Palace and the Scheveningse Bosjes, with the stately avenues around Alexander Gogelweg and Nassaulaan forming its backbone. Everywhere you find nineteenth-century townhouses, many of which are used as embassies or consulates. This gives the area a remarkably quiet, almost diplomatic character. On the Willemspark neighbourhood page you can read what residents have to say about it. A recurring theme in the reviews: the peace and greenery are greatly appreciated, but some residents miss liveliness in the evenings. One resident put it as: "You live here beautifully, but for a spontaneous terrace visit you have to go to the Frederik Hendriklaan or the Denneweg area."

In terms of amenities, Willemspark is not a shopping neighbourhood. For daily groceries, you are more likely to go to the Archipelbuurt or the Fred, the Frederik Hendriklaan in neighbouring Belgisch Park. However, within walking distance you have Westbroekpark and the Scheveningse Bosjes, where many residents go running or walk their dogs daily. Accessibility is good: trams 1 and 9 stop at the edge of the neighbourhood, and by bike you are at The Hague Central Station in ten minutes or at Scheveningen beach in a quarter of an hour.

The population composition is striking: 590 of the 1,745 residents are between 25 and 45 years old, and 62% are highly educated. The average income of €73,100 is almost double the The Hague average. You notice this in the cars on the street, the well-kept front gardens, and the type of resident: many expats, diplomats and professionals. The Willemspark neighbourhood itself therefore has an international character that you find in few other The Hague neighbourhoods. With 660 single-person households and only 28% married, it is also a neighbourhood with many singles, which nuances the image of the classic family neighbourhood.

Renting in Willemspark: suitable for whom, and for whom not?

A rental home in Willemspark suits working professionals and expats with above-average incomes who prefer peace, space and a green environment over the bustling city life. Renting a house in Willemspark is also interesting for couples without children who want to live close to international organisations. For families with young children, the range of schools and playgrounds in the immediate vicinity is limited, although they are within cycling distance. Students and starters will not easily end up here: the prices are simply too high. Those who want to buy rather than rent in this segment can view the properties for sale in Willemspark. Looking for a similar atmosphere but slightly more affordable? Consider Benoordenhout or nearby Westbroekpark en Duttendel.

View directly available rental properties in Willemspark

On Buurtje.nl you will find the current rental listings in Willemspark, including resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics. Filter by price, size or energy label to quickly see what suits you. The listings change quickly, so check regularly. Want to search more broadly? Also check the overview of rental properties in The Hague or discover what is available in Oostduinen. For more information about the municipality, you can visit the website of the municipality of The Hague.