Homes for sale in Rustenburg en Oostbroek, Den Haag
View the current supply of homes for sale in Rustenburg and Oostbroek, with neighbourhood scores and resident reviews to make the right choice.
What does a home cost in Rustenburg and Oostbroek?
The housing market in Rustenburg and Oostbroek is more accessible than in many other The Hague neighbourhoods. The average WOZ value is €242,000, significantly lower than The Hague average of €354,000. In the past twelve months, 215 homes changed hands, at an average purchase price of €292,884. The range runs from around €190,000 for a compact apartment to about €495,000 for larger homes. With an average living area of 77 m², these are mainly apartments and upper-floor flats, although you can also find terraced houses in parts towards Zuiderpark. Just over half of the housing stock (51%) is owner-occupied, the rest is rental. At the top of this page you will always see the current listings with the latest asking prices and selling times.
Living in Rustenburg and Oostbroek: multicultural, lively, and sometimes rough
Rustenburg and Oostbroek is a neighbourhood with character, but not one that pretends to be better than it is. On the neighbourhood page for Rustenburg and Oostbroek, residents give the area a 6.8 out of 10. Accessibility scores highest at 8.1: tram lines 6 and 12 run along Hoefkade and Vaillantlaan towards the city centre and Den Haag Centraal, and you can reach Hollands Spoor station within ten minutes. Vaillantlaan and Dierenselaan are the shopping streets with a wide range of supermarkets (Lidl, Albert Heijn, various toko shops), eateries and small specialist shops. Amenities score 7.6, education 7.1. There are several primary schools in the neighbourhood, including De Paradijsvogel and Koningin Beatrixschool.
But residents are also critical. Cleanliness gets only a 5.9 and safety a 6.6. Resident Katja bluntly describes the neighbourhood as "ghetto" and complains about litter, speeding drivers and fatbikes on the pavement. Yasmin Verbeek shares her concerns about crime: her husband's work van has been broken into several times, causing thousands of euros in damage. Resident Erik Molenaar says his flat is nice, but warns that towards Apeldoornselaan and Dierenselaan "things are going downhill fast" and that arson has occurred. At the same time, Elif calls the neighbourhood "multicultural" with friendly neighbours. That contrast is typical: it strongly depends on which part you end up in.
Zuiderpark is within walking distance on the south side and is the largest city park in The Hague, although residents note that there are sometimes groups of youths hanging around. Green space scores a modest 6.4, which is logical for a densely built urban neighbourhood. In Rustenburg you are closer to the city centre and Schilderswijk, while Oostbroek-Noord and Oostbroek-Zuid offer a bit more space towards Zuiderpark. Via Lozerlaan and Erasmusweg you have quick access to the A4 and A12 motorways. More information about the municipality's plans for the neighbourhood can be found on the website of The Hague.
Is Rustenburg and Oostbroek right for you as a buyer?
With purchase prices from €190,000, buying an apartment in Rustenburg and Oostbroek is achievable for first-time buyers who want to live in The Hague without a top budget. The neighbourhood mainly attracts singles and young couples, given the 4,885 single-person households. Families with children can find affordable space here, but should weigh up the safety situation. Bear in mind additional costs: 2% transfer tax, notary and valuation fees. In this price range, bidding above the asking price is common, so get good advice. Is buying still a step too far? Then check out the rental properties in Rustenburg and Oostbroek as an alternative. Be honest with yourself about what you are looking for: affordable and central, but not always quiet.
Searching for a home in Rustenburg and Oostbroek and surroundings
On Buurtje.nl you combine the current housing supply with neighbourhood scores and real resident reviews, so you know what you are buying and where you will live. Also compare Rustenburg and Oostbroek with nearby neighbourhoods such as Archipelbuurt, Belgisch Park or Westbroekpark en Duttendel. Also view the broader range of homes for sale in The Hague.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a home for sale in Rustenburg en Oostbroek?
The average purchase price in Rustenburg en Oostbroek over the past year was €292,884. Prices range from approximately €190,000 for smaller apartments to €495,000 for larger homes. The average living area is 77 m².
What additional costs are involved when buying a house in Rustenburg en Oostbroek?
In addition to the purchase price, you pay 2% transfer tax (for homes), notary costs for the deed of transfer and mortgage deed, and valuation costs. For first-time buyers under 35, an exemption from transfer tax applies under certain conditions. Expect around 4-6% extra costs on top of the purchase price.
How does the WOZ value of homes in Rustenburg en Oostbroek compare to The Hague?
The average WOZ value in Rustenburg en Oostbroek is €242,000. That is significantly lower than The Hague average of €354,000. This makes the neighbourhood attractive for buyers with a more limited budget who still want to live in The Hague.
What type of home can I buy in Rustenburg en Oostbroek?
The supply mainly consists of apartments and upper-floor flats, consistent with the average area of 77 m². In Oostbroek-Zuid towards the Zuiderpark, you can also find single-family homes and terraced houses. Buying an apartment in Rustenburg en Oostbroek is the most common option.
Is Rustenburg en Oostbroek a safe neighbourhood to buy a home?
Residents rate safety at 6.6 out of 10. Several residents report concerns about burglary, arson, and nuisance. The neighbourhood is lively and multicultural, but some streets around Dierenselaan and Apeldoornselaan are perceived as less safe. Check resident reviews for an up-to-date picture.
Very many unsafe situations in my neighbourhood. More police needed.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe flat I live in is nice to live in, but towards the Apeldoornselaan/Dierenselaan it is really going downhill. Next to and behind the flat, fires have been set several times, which certainly gives the older residents an unpleasant feeling. Zuiderpark is relatively close, but many young people hang out there, so people don't like to go there anymore. Towards the Leyenburg district it's fine, so the walks go that way and the shopping is done there. All in all, it's reasonably pleasant to live, although there are some points of concern due to loitering youths. Hopefully something can be done about that; cameras are not allowed due to privacy, but unfortunately that means the youths who set fires are still out of sight. The flat is cleaned by a cleaning company, but it's a shame that some residents don't take hygiene so seriously. Accessibility is good with trams 4 and 6 right outside the door. Shopping centre within walking distance, so that's fine too. So if it doesn't get any worse, it's a good place to live here.
Auto-translated to English by AIMany homeless people, and cars that think it's a racetrack. Bikes on the pavement, fatbike misery. Little or none. Respect from people. People should just throw their rubbish in the bins. And people here shouldn't put their rubbish bags by the underground container when it's full.
Auto-translated to English by AIWe would like to contribute to improvements. Crime Our biggest concern is crime. My husband's work van has been broken into three times. Once nothing was taken, but the other two times thousands of euros worth of tools were stolen. Additionally, our cargo bike was stolen and the screen of our electric bike was taken. For a young family, this has a huge impact. Safety We live above the café/nightclub where an explosive device was placed on the windows a few weeks ago. This was a shocking event that further heightened our feelings of insecurity in the neighbourhood. Other problems in the neighbourhood We also experience a lot of nuisance from dog poop. It's almost a miracle if we or our children don't step in a pile when getting into the car. The neglected boats along the quay are also a problem. They seem to attract homeless people, and I often hear suspicious noises coming from the boats when I have to get something from the car in the evening.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt's safe but quite far from the city. Public transport is always slow and breaks down. Besides, there's no nature and my neighbourhood is extremely noisy.
Auto-translated to English by AII could describe my neighbourhood in one sentence. Multicultural friendly neighbours.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is busy. Also at night. Many foreigners and very noisy.
Auto-translated to English by AIOur neighbourhood is a mix of different cultures, so far we feel very much at home here, we keep an eye on each other and we enjoy living on our street. The only downside is really the parking situation, an absolute nightmare
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