Homes for sale in Rivierenbuurt-Zuid, Den Haag
Check the current supply of homes for sale in Rivierenbuurt-Zuid and discover what this compact The Hague neighbourhood has to offer for buyers.
House prices and market figures Rivierenbuurt-Zuid, The Hague
The owner-occupied market in Rivierenbuurt-Zuid is small and clear. Of the 517 homes in the neighbourhood, only 17% are owner-occupied, while 83% fall into the rental sector. This makes supply scarce: in the past twelve months, only 11 homes changed hands. The average purchase price was €327,227, with a range from €195,000 to €695,000. The latter figure shows that occasionally an outlier appears on the market, but most transactions cluster around the lower end. With an average surface area of 54 m², this works out at a price per square metre of over €6,000. The WOZ value is €207,000, which is clearly lower than the average for the district Stationsbuurt (€253,000) and well below The Hague average of €354,000. For buyers who want to buy in The Hague but don't want to pay top dollar, that is a relevant comparison. View the current supply and current asking prices at the top of this page.
Living in Rivierenbuurt-Zuid, The Hague
Rivierenbuurt-Zuid is a compact, urban neighbourhood directly bordering the centre of The Hague. The neighbourhood has a distinct character: many young residents between 25 and 45, a high concentration of single-person households (more than half of all households) and a predominantly private rental sector. This gives the streets a certain dynamism. It is not a quiet family neighbourhood, but nor is it a nightlife district. Rather, it is a place where people live who want the city close at hand without being right in the middle of it.
The buildings largely consist of multi-family homes from the early and mid-twentieth century. Think of porch flats and upstairs apartments with narrow stairs, high ceilings and small balconies. Owner-occupied apartments are the norm here; single-family homes are rare. Streets like the Regentesselaan and the area around the Weimarstraat give a good impression of the streetscape: mixed, lively, with small shops and eateries on the ground floor.
For daily shopping you hardly need to leave the neighbourhood. The Weimarstraat is a real neighbourhood shopping street with an Albert Heijn, a Lidl within walking distance and various specialist shops. The Hague city centre, including the Grote Marktstraat and the Spuikwartier, is less than ten minutes away by bike. For green spaces you can go to the nearby Westbroekpark, although that is a short bike ride. Closer to home, the Prins Hendrikplein offers some space, but extensive parks are not this neighbourhood's strong point.
In terms of accessibility, Rivierenbuurt-Zuid scores well. The Hague Central Station is within cycling distance, and tram lines 1, 6 and 16 run through or past the neighbourhood towards the centre and beyond. By car, the A12 and A4 are easily accessible via the Utrechtsebaan, although parking in the streets themselves is a recurring topic of conversation among residents.
Residents appreciate the central location and the lively atmosphere of the neighbourhood. On the neighbourhood main page of Rivierenbuurt-Zuid you will find all resident experiences and scores per category. One resident writes: "Everything is nearby, you never have to drive or cycle far. But parking is a nightmare and the streets can be noisy in the evening." That image recurs: the location is praised, the hustle and bustle and parking less so. Compared to neighbouring community Rivierenbuurt-Noord, the southern part is slightly busier and more urban in character. Huygenspark, the other neighbourhood in the same district, has a similar atmosphere but slightly more greenery and a quieter streetscape.
Who is a home for sale in Rivierenbuurt-Zuid interesting for?
Buying in Rivierenbuurt-Zuid is particularly attractive for first-time buyers and young dual-income couples who appreciate the urban location and are willing to settle for a compact apartment. The low WOZ value and the average purchase price below €350,000 make entry possible, but supply is limited. Anyone who wants to buy a home in this neighbourhood must be patient: few homes come onto the market. Families looking for space would do better to look at adjacent neighbourhoods or districts such as Benoordenhout or Belgisch Park. Those who want to remain flexible can also find rental homes in Rivierenbuurt-Zuid on our page as an alternative, because the rental market here is much larger.
What residents say about Rivierenbuurt-Zuid
Residents appreciate the neighbourhood especially for its central location and good connections to the rest of The Hague. Points of criticism often concern parking pressure and nighttime noise. One resident sums it up aptly: "It's a real city neighbourhood, you have to love that kind of life. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else, but it's not for everyone." Want to know how the neighbourhood scores on safety, greenery, amenities and atmosphere? Then view all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the page of Rivierenbuurt-Zuid.
Compare homes for sale in and around Rivierenbuurt-Zuid
Buurtje.nl bundles supply from more than 1,500 sources in one place, supplemented with resident reviews and district data that you won't find anywhere else. This way you can compare not only homes, but also neighbourhoods. In addition to this supply, you can also look at homes for sale in Stationsbuurt as the parent district, or explore what is available in Westbroekpark en Duttendel and Oostduinen for a greener environment. For municipality-wide searches, the page homes for sale in The Hague offers the full overview. The municipality of The Hague also publishes information about buying in The Hague on its own website.
Frequently asked questions
What does a home cost in Rivierenbuurt-Zuid?
The average purchase price in Rivierenbuurt-Zuid over the past year was €327,227, based on 11 sold homes. Prices ranged from €195,000 to €695,000. With an average living area of 54 m², you pay an average of over €6,000 per square metre. Supply is scarce, so anyone wanting to buy a home in Rivierenbuurt-Zuid would do well to act quickly when something becomes available.
What is the WOZ value in Rivierenbuurt-Zuid?
The average WOZ value in Rivierenbuurt-Zuid is €207,000. This is below the district average of Stationsbuurt (€253,000) and significantly lower than The Hague average of €354,000. This makes the neighbourhood relatively affordable within The Hague, although actual transaction prices are much higher than the WOZ value suggests due to the tight market.
What is it like to live in Rivierenbuurt-Zuid?
Living in Rivierenbuurt-Zuid means choosing an urban, lively environment close to the centre of The Hague. The neighbourhood attracts many young residents and single-person households. The location and accessibility are highly valued by residents, but parking pressure and street noise are recurring points of attention. It is a neighbourhood that suits people who enjoy city life.
Is Rivierenbuurt-Zuid suitable for first-time buyers?
Rivierenbuurt-Zuid can be interesting for first-time buyers, especially given the relatively low WOZ value and the proximity to the centre. The average income in the neighbourhood (€25,200) and the high concentration of single-person households confirm that this is a neighbourhood for people just starting out. The downside is the limited supply of owner-occupied homes: only 17% of homes are owner-occupied and few properties come onto the market.
How is the accessibility of Rivierenbuurt-Zuid?
The accessibility of Rivierenbuurt-Zuid is one of the neighbourhood's strong points. Den Haag Centraal station is reachable by bike in about five minutes. Tram lines 1, 6 and 16 run through or past the neighbourhood, quickly connecting you to the centre and other parts of the city. By car, you can access the A12 and A4 via the Utrechtsebaan. Parking in the neighbourhood itself is difficult due to the high occupancy rate.
What types of homes are for sale in Rivierenbuurt-Zuid?
The supply of owner-occupied homes in Rivierenbuurt-Zuid consists almost exclusively of apartments. The buildings largely date from the early and mid-twentieth century, with porch flats and upstairs homes being the most common types. Buying an apartment in Rivierenbuurt-Zuid usually means choosing a compact living area of an average of 54 m². Single-family homes or detached houses are hardly found here.
Is there a lot of green space in Rivierenbuurt-Zuid?
Rivierenbuurt-Zuid is a densely built urban neighbourhood with limited green space within the neighbourhood boundaries itself. Prins Hendrikplein offers some public space, but there are no extensive parks. Westbroekpark and Zuiderpark are reachable by bike but lie outside the neighbourhood. Those who prioritise green space would be better off looking at neighbourhoods such as Westbroekpark en Duttendel or Oostduinen on the edge of The Hague.
