Homes for sale in Bezuidenhout-West, Den Haag

House prices and market figures for Bezuidenhout-West, The Hague

Bezuidenhout-West is primarily a rental neighbourhood: only 13% of the more than 3,000 homes are owner-occupied, compared to 87% rented. This makes the supply of homes for sale in Bezuidenhout-West scarce and the market quite selective. The average WOZ value is €295,000, which is noticeably lower than the average in the wider district Bezuidenhout (€371,000) and also below The Hague average of €354,000. This difference says something about the type of housing that dominates here: smaller apartments and porch flats, not the larger single-family homes that push up prices elsewhere in the district.

Looking at actual sales transactions over the past twelve months, the average purchase price is €482,000, with a range of €330,000 to €615,000. The average sold property had an area of around 100 m², which works out at about €4,820 per square metre. Only 10 homes were sold in that period, indicating how limited the turnover is. For the most current asking prices and the current supply, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.

Living in Bezuidenhout-West, The Hague

Bezuidenhout-West is wedged between the railway, the Utrechtsebaan and the greener parts of the district towards the Haagse Bos. It is not a neighbourhood that immediately impresses on a first visit: the buildings largely consist of post-war porch flats and closed building blocks from the 1950s and 1960s, interspersed with some later social housing complexes. The appearance is functional, sometimes a bit grey, but the location is strategically good.

The neighbourhood has an urban, mixed character. The largest group of residents is between 25 and 45 years old, and more than half of households consist of a single person. You notice this in the atmosphere: it is not a family neighbourhood with children on the street, but rather a neighbourhood of working singles and couples who appreciate the central location. The education level is relatively high (56% highly educated), but the average income of €36,500 is clearly below the district average of €47,600.

In terms of amenities, the neighbourhood is reasonably well-equipped. Within walking distance you will find supermarkets along the Bezuidenhoutseweg, and the shops of The Hague city centre are within ten minutes by bike. Primary schools in the immediate vicinity mainly serve the families living in the neighbourhood, although the supply is more limited than in, for example, Bezuidenhout-Oost, where the neighbourhood has a slightly greener and more spacious character. For green spaces, you can go to the nearby Haagse Bos, which is within cycling distance and scores highly with residents.

Accessibility by car is good thanks to the proximity of the Utrechtsebaan (A12 direction), but this also brings noise pollution. By public transport, Den Haag Centraal station is within cycling distance, and several bus lines connect the neighbourhood to the rest of the city. However, the resident score for accessibility is only 5.0 out of 10, which suggests that residents experience the daily public transport connections from the neighbourhood itself as less than ideal.

The overall resident score for Bezuidenhout-West comes out at 6.5 out of 10. Resident Kitty Franse aptly describes the feeling: "It is a start and a nice neighbourhood, but now it has gone downhill." She appreciates the atmosphere in her own porch, but is annoyed by the dumping of rubbish next to the waste containers by some of the neighbourhood residents. That picture is reflected in the scores: safety scores relatively high (8.0), community and green spaces come out at 7.0, but beauty and accessibility only achieve a 5.0. The neighbourhood has potential, but also requires involvement from residents and the municipality. More reviews and neighbourhood data can be found on the neighbourhood page of Bezuidenhout-West.

Compared to Bezuidenhout-Midden, this western part of the district is slightly less finished in terms of appearance, but also a bit more affordable in entry level. Those looking for more space and a higher WOZ value would be better off looking at the broader home ownership market in Bezuidenhout as a whole.

Does a home for sale in Bezuidenhout-West suit you as a buyer?

Given the demographics, Bezuidenhout-West best suits singles or couples without children who want to live centrally without paying the highest price. Starters can enter here with a budget from around €330,000, although supply is limited and you need to be able to act quickly. Families looking for space and a school environment will find more choice elsewhere in The Hague. Living in Bezuidenhout-West also requires some tolerance for the mixed appearance of the neighbourhood: it is not a polished residential area, but a living, diverse city neighbourhood. Keep in mind that the home ownership rate is low, meaning homes here rarely become available. If you want to orient yourself first without buying immediately, also check out the rental homes in Bezuidenhout-West as a temporary alternative. The municipality of The Hague offers information about district plans and any developments in the neighbourhood via denhaag.nl.

What residents say about Bezuidenhout-West

Bezuidenhout-West receives an average score of 6.5 out of 10 from residents. The highest sub-score goes to safety (8.0), followed by community, green spaces and education (all three 7.0). Beauty and accessibility score the lowest, both at 5.0. Resident Kitty Franse writes: "My porch is a cosy porch, I wish the whole street was like that." She also points to nuisance from people dumping rubbish next to the containers, something that negatively affects the perception of the neighbourhood. All reviews and scores per category can be found on the overview page of the neighbourhood.

Comparing homes for sale in and around Bezuidenhout-West

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