Homes for sale in Uilennest, Den Haag

House prices and market figures for Uilennest, The Hague

The owner-occupied market in Uilennest is strong. Of the 1,291 homes in the neighbourhood, 76% are owner-occupied, while only 24% are rented out by private landlords. There are no social housing units. The average WOZ value is €493,000, which is significantly above The Hague average of €354,000, but below the district average of Benoordenhout (€624,000). This makes Uilennest a more affordable entry point into an otherwise expensive district, although affordability here is relative.

Over the past twelve months, 24 homes were sold at an average purchase price of €775,479. The range runs from €115,000 to €2,375,000, indicating a diverse offering: from smaller apartments to spacious detached houses. The average living area is 118 m², which works out at a price of approximately €6,572 per square metre. Current asking prices and selling times can be found in the overview at the top of this page. Those who also want to compare homes for sale in The Hague more broadly can do so via the municipal page.

Living in Uilennest, The Hague

Uilennest is a quiet, green neighbourhood on the north side of The Hague, nestled between the dunes and the stately avenues of Benoordenhout. The housing stock largely consists of 1930s and 1950s homes: detached villas, semi-detached houses, and a limited number of porch apartments. The streets are wide, the gardens are large, and the trees have been there for decades. It is not a neighbourhood that stands out for its bustle or hospitality, but rather for its peace and space.

Resident Michiel describes it aptly: "Super beautiful, with the city and beach close to home". That is true: the Scheveningse Bosje and the dunes are within cycling distance, and The Hague city centre can be reached within ten to fifteen minutes. He honestly adds that there are relatively many older residents, which partly determines the character of the neighbourhood. The age data confirms this: the largest group is 45 to 65 years old (660 people), followed by those aged 65 and over (590). Families with children are present but not dominant.

For daily shopping, you can go to supermarkets along the Benoordenhoutseweg or towards the Haagse Schouw. Schools in the immediate vicinity are available for primary education, and accessibility scores maximum in resident reviews. Tram and bus connections via the Benoordenhoutseweg take you quickly to the centre or to Den Haag Centraal station. By car, the A12 and A4 are easily accessible via the Utrechtsebaan. Cyclists have little to complain about: the routes to the beach, the centre and Scheveningen are flat and pleasant.

The neighbourhood scores an 8.6 on the main neighbourhood page of Uilennest, where you can also find all resident reviews and complete neighbourhood data. Safety, accessibility and green space each score a 10. Amenities and community score slightly lower, with a 7. That fits the picture: Uilennest is not a lively city neighbourhood with a bustling shopping street, but a residential neighbourhood where greenery and tranquillity are central.

Those who want to explore other neighbourhoods in the district besides Uilennest can look at Nassaubuurt for a slightly more urban atmosphere, or Arendsdorp for similar tranquillity but with different types of homes. Duinzigt is even closer to the dunes and is quite comparable in character. For those who want to look beyond Benoordenhout, Belgisch Park and Westbroekpark en Duttendel are interesting alternatives in the same price segment.

The average income in Uilennest is €59,200 per household, well above The Hague average of €38,600. Seven out of ten residents have a higher education degree. That colours the neighbourhood: it is a quiet, affluent residential area without too much dynamism, but with a high level of living comfort and an excellent location relative to both nature and the city. Want to know more about the municipality? Check the information page of The Hague for context on the city as a whole. The municipality also publishes neighbourhood information via denhaag.nl.

Is a home in Uilennest right for you as a buyer?

Uilennest is most suitable for movers and buyers in the life stage of 40 years and older who value peace, space and greenery over urban liveliness. Families looking for space and not dependent on a shopping street around the corner will find good homes here. First-time buyers have a hard time: with an average purchase price of €775,479 and a floor of €115,000 for the smallest units, the entry threshold is high. Overbidding is not uncommon in this segment. Those considering renting as an interim solution can view the rental homes in Uilennest, although the rental share is limited at 24%. Buying an apartment in Uilennest is possible but the supply is smaller than in surrounding neighbourhoods.

What residents say about Uilennest

Uilennest receives an overall score of 8.6 out of 10, based on resident reviews. The highest sub-scores go to safety, accessibility and green space, all three a perfect 10. Education scores a 9. Amenities and community score a 7, indicating that the neighbourhood is not buzzing with activity but is safe and well-connected. Resident Michiel writes: "Super beautiful, with the city and beach close to home", with the caveat that the neighbourhood has an older population. All reviews and scores per category can be found on the neighbourhood page of Uilennest.

Comparing homes for sale in and around Uilennest

Buurtje.nl bundles the supply from more than 1,500 sources in one place, supplemented with resident reviews and neighbourhood scores that you won't find anywhere else on a purchase page. This way, you can not only filter by price or size, but also assess whether the neighbourhood suits you. Besides Uilennest, homes for sale in Benoordenhout are the logical comparison for those who want to buy in this district. Neighbourhoods such as Waalsdorp and Van Hoytemastraat en omgeving offer alternatives within the same district, each with its own character and price level.