Archipelbuurt, Den Haag
NeighbourhoodThis 57 m² apartment on Malakkastraat is a piece of The Hague's history, built in 1899. It's a compact home with energy label C, listed at €269,000. That price is 69% below the neighbourhood average of €862,555, which is partly explained by the smaller floor area, 60% less than the typical 142 m² in the area. For context, apartments in Den Haag vary widely in size and price, so this one is on the low end.
The Archipelbuurt is a well-established neighbourhood with 6,355 residents, many of whom live alone (1,970 single-person households). It's a dense urban area (3,450 addresses per km²), with a mix of ages and a strong sense of community. Based on three reviews, residents appreciate the friendly atmosphere: one says, "My experience with the neighbourhood is good, everyone looks out for each other and helps where needed, and that's nice to have." Another notes, "If you live somewhere that long, it says a lot about the living pleasure and affordable housing." The neighbourhood Archipelbuurt is known for its accessibility and cosy feel.
Daily errands are easy: the nearest Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and another Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. For schools, the closest primary school is De Parachute, about a ten-minute walk, while secondary schools like Sint-Maartenscollege are a bit further. The municipality Den Haag offers plenty of green space, with a park or garden just a five-minute walk away. Restaurants and a GP are also within a couple of streets.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via NassauHuis Makelaardij and also appears on Funda, so it's available through several channels.
Details of this home
Malakkastraat 120A, 'S-Gravenhage
Good · 3 residents
My experience with the neighbourhood is good, everyone looks out for each other and helps where needed, and that's nice to have.
Auto-translated to English by AIIf you live somewhere that long, it says a lot about the living pleasure and affordable housing
Auto-translated to English by AII have lived in the neighbourhood and the same complex since 1983. There is a lot to do in the neighbourhood. Easily accessible by public transport, bike and car.
Auto-translated to English by AIData from Archipelbuurt
Data from Archipelbuurt
74 within 5 km
11 within 5 km
About Malakkastraat 120A, 'S-Gravenhage
The asking price of €269,000 is 69% below the average asking price in the Archipelbuurt (€862,555). However, this apartment is also 60% smaller than the neighbourhood average (57 m² vs 142 m²). The price per square metre works out at about €4,719, which is below the neighbourhood average of €6,460/m². So it's priced keenly for its size, but you're paying for a compact home in a desirable area.
The energy label is C, which is average for a home of this age. In the Archipelbuurt, about 27% of homes have label C, while 33% have label A. Label C means the home is reasonably efficient but not top-tier, you can expect moderate energy costs. The home was built in 1899, so it may have original features that affect insulation.
The neighbourhood is very well connected. The nearest train station is 2.3 km away, which is about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride. The area has a high density of addresses (3,450 per km²), indicating excellent access to bus and tram stops. Residents mention it's "easily accessible by public transport, bike and car."
The Archipelbuurt has a mix of ages, with many singles and older residents. Reviews highlight a friendly, community-minded atmosphere. One resident says, "everyone looks out for each other and helps where needed." Another has lived there for 40 years, which speaks to the living pleasure. The neighbourhood scores 7.88 out of 10 based on three reviews.
The nearest Albert Heijn is 493 metres away, just a five-minute walk. Another Albert Heijn is 654 metres away. The closest primary school, De Parachute, is 3.6 km away, a bit far for walking, but a short bike ride. Secondary schools like Sint-Maartenscollege are about 4.3 km away. For daily groceries, you're well covered.
The neighbourhood recorded 267 total crimes in the latest data, which for a dense urban area with 6,355 residents is moderate. Residents describe it positively: one says it's "cosy and accessible." As with any city area, it's always wise to check recent crime statistics, but the general feel is friendly and safe.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Archipelbuurt
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