Homes for sale in Waterbuurt, Den Haag
Check the current supply of homes for sale in Waterbuurt and discover through neighbourhood data and resident reviews whether this new-build neighbourhood in The Hague suits you.
House prices and market figures for Waterbuurt, The Hague
The owner-occupied market in Waterbuurt is strong. Over the past twelve months, 20 homes were sold here at an average purchase price of €541,575. Prices ranged from €419,500 to €675,000, with an average living area of 121 m². This works out to a price per square metre of approximately €4,475. Transaction prices are thus clearly above the WOZ value of €412,000 registered for Waterbuurt. That WOZ value, in turn, is higher than The Hague average of €354,000, but lags behind the district average of Ypenburg (€467,000). About 55% of the housing stock is owner-occupied; the rest is rented out, partly through housing associations. Want to know how many homes are currently for sale and what the current asking prices are? You can find that information in the overview at the top of this page.
Living in Waterbuurt, The Hague
Waterbuurt is part of the Ypenburg district, a relatively young urban district on the southeastern edge of The Hague, largely built new in the 1990s and early 2000s. That is clearly visible in Waterbuurt: the homes are predominantly ground-floor terraced houses and semi-detached houses from that period, with the occasional apartment complex. The streets are spacious, there is plenty of greenery, and the neighbourhood is directly on the water, which also explains its name. This gives Waterbuurt a more open, airy character than the denser The Hague city districts.
The atmosphere is basically quiet and family-oriented. Livienna, who has lived in the neighbourhood for almost seventeen years, describes it as: "A good, quiet family neighbourhood. It is very clean here and super easy to reach." That image is confirmed by the presence of primary schools within walking distance, a large park nearby, and a neighbourhood shopping centre for daily groceries. Yet the picture is not uniform. Other residents point to loitering youths at the shopping centre and report noise nuisance from cars driving too fast through the residential streets. That contrast between the quiet, green layout of the neighbourhood and the social tensions that sometimes flare up is something to keep in mind if you are considering buying a home here. The overall resident score for Waterbuurt stands at 6.9 out of 10, based on four reviews. Accessibility (7.2) and greenery (7.2) score highest; beauty (6.5) and community (6.8) score lower.
In terms of accessibility, Waterbuurt indeed scores well. The neighbourhood is close to the A4 and A13 motorways, giving quick access to Rotterdam, Amsterdam or The Hague city centre. With the RandstadRail (line 6) you can reach The Hague Central Station in about twenty minutes. Several bus routes also run through and along the district. For cyclists, the network of paths through Ypenburg is reasonably extensive. Parking is not a problem in most streets, although some residents complain about driving behaviour in the residential streets.
Anyone comparing Waterbuurt with neighbouring neighbourhoods will notice that each neighbourhood in Ypenburg has its own character. Singels and Morgenweide are also new-build neighbourhoods from the same period, but with a slightly different housing mix. Bosweide has more greenery in the immediate vicinity. If you want to compare more broadly, you can also look at owner-occupied homes in Ypenburg as a whole, or turn your attention to other The Hague districts such as Benoordenhout or Belgisch Park, although prices there are generally much higher.
Is an owner-occupied home in Waterbuurt right for you?
Waterbuurt mainly attracts families, and for good reason: the spacious homes, the schools in the area and the greenery make it attractive for people with children. The average purchase price of over €541,000 makes the neighbourhood less accessible for starters without substantial equity or a high joint income. Movers who have already built up equity elsewhere in The Hague or the region are more at home here. Be honest about the fact that supply is limited: only about twenty homes are sold per year, so overbidding is realistic. Do you need more flexibility? Then also check out the rental homes in Waterbuurt as an alternative.
What residents say about Waterbuurt
The average resident score for Waterbuurt is 6.9 out of 10, based on four reviews. The scores vary widely: from 4.5 to 9.0. Cedric (8.4) writes: "There is plenty to do for the children and there is a bit of greenery everywhere." More critical voices point to loitering youths and night-time traffic noise. Safety scores a 7.0, which is reasonable but indicates that not everyone feels equally at ease here. Read all reviews and the full neighbourhood data on the information page for Waterbuurt.
Compare owner-occupied homes in and around Waterbuurt
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Frequently asked questions
What does a home in Waterbuurt cost?
Over the past twelve months, the average purchase price in Waterbuurt was €541,575. Prices ranged from €419,500 to €675,000, with an average living area of 121 m². This works out to an average price of approximately €4,475 per square metre. Buying a home in Waterbuurt therefore requires a substantial budget, although prices are slightly below the district average of Ypenburg.
What is the WOZ value in Waterbuurt?
The average WOZ value in Waterbuurt is €412,000. This is well above The Hague average of €354,000, but below the average for the Ypenburg district as a whole (€467,000). Actual transaction prices are in practice higher than the WOZ value, which is common in a market where supply and demand are closely matched.
What is it like living in Waterbuurt?
Waterbuurt is a new-build neighbourhood from the 1990s and early 2000s with a predominantly family-oriented character. The neighbourhood is spacious, has plenty of greenery and is situated on the water. Residents appreciate the tranquillity and accessibility, but there are also reports of nuisance from loitering youths at the shopping centre and traffic congestion in the residential streets. The overall resident score is 6.9 out of 10.
Is Waterbuurt suitable for families with children?
Yes, Waterbuurt is primarily a family neighbourhood. The largest age group consists of 45- to 65-year-olds, and the majority of households have children. There are primary schools within walking distance, a park nearby, and the homes are generally spacious enough for a family. However, it is advisable to check in advance which school suits you and what the social situation is like on your specific street, given the mixed experiences of residents.
How accessible is Waterbuurt?
Waterbuurt is easily accessible by car via the nearby A4 and A13 motorways. With the RandstadRail (line 6) you can reach Den Haag Centraal in about twenty minutes. In addition, bus routes run through the neighbourhood and the cycle network within Ypenburg is reasonably extensive. Parking is not a problem in most streets, although residents do complain about speeding traffic in the residential streets.
What types of homes are for sale in Waterbuurt?
The supply mainly consists of ground-based homes: terraced houses and semi-detached houses, most of which were built between 1995 and 2005. Occasionally an apartment comes on the market. The homes are generally spacious, with an average sold area of 121 m². Would you like to know what types of homes are currently available? Then check the current listings at the top of this page.
Is it safe to live in Waterbuurt?
Residents give safety a score of 7.0 out of 10, which is a reasonable but not exceptional rating. Experiences vary: some residents feel perfectly at ease in the quiet residential streets, while others say they experience nuisance near the shopping centre and in the evening hours. It is advisable to take a look yourself at different times of the day before deciding to buy a home in Waterbuurt.
I've lived here for almost 17 years, it's a beautiful neighbourhood, lots of lovely families, schools, a big park, you name it, it's great, it's very clean here, it's located near the motorway, it's super easy to reach
Auto-translated to English by AIWhen I first moved here, I thought, oh nice, a nice quiet neighbourhood, but that quickly faded. I myself have aggressive neighbours who throw their joints everywhere and just move your things without asking. Way too many loitering youths in the area, they terrorise the shopping centre every evening, and there's just nothing fun here. It's dirty everywhere, there's litter and rubbish, and it just stinks.
Auto-translated to English by AIYou can't sleep well here because of all the cars racing through the neighbourhood, and every month a corpse is found in the canal, which makes me and my family feel less safe, and that's really quite annoying. I think the location also plays a part; two streets away from me, drug deals happen more often.
Auto-translated to English by AIThere are many loitering youths in the neighbourhood, but recently they have been behaving reasonably. There is plenty for the children to do and there is a bit of greenery everywhere. The education is reasonable and at a good distance.
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