A compact room in Laakhaven-Oost
This is a 23 m² room in a 2019 building on Leemansplein, in the Laakhaven-Oost neighbourhood of Den Haag. It is social housing, let through Roommatch, and the energy label is A, which means very efficient energy use. At €685 per month, the rent sat 48% below the neighbourhood average of €1,320, so it was keenly priced for the area. For context, rooms in Den Haag vary widely, but this one is at the lower end of the market. This home has not been online since 20 October 2026.
The Laakhaven-Oost neighbourhood
Laakhaven-Oost is a diverse, student-friendly area. One resident describes it as "Diverse but a bit messy", noting that "the access is great because of the closeness to the station" and that "the community is diverse and at least in my area it's pretty safe, even late at night." They also mention that "there are a lot of students and immigrants and as an international student I feel very welcomed." The review is based on a single resident's experience, so it gives a personal snapshot rather than a full picture. The neighbourhood has a high share of single-person households, reflecting its student and young professional population. For more on the area, see the Laakhaven-Oost neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily life here is straightforward. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, just 47 metres away, with an Aldi a couple of streets further and a Jumbo within a five-minute walk. For schools, the nearest primary is De Parachute, about a ten-minute walk, and the closest secondary, Sint-Maartenscollege, is a bit further out. The train station is 1.5 km away, which the resident highlighted as a big plus for getting around. The municipality of Den Haag covers the wider area, and you can read more about the municipality of Den Haag.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via Roommatch.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Leemansplein 372, 'S-Gravenhage
Was €685 a fair price for this room?
The rent was 48% below the neighbourhood average of €1,320, and the room was 23 m², which was smaller than the average of 62 m² in the area. For a room in Den Haag, this price was on the low side, especially with an A energy label. The listing was social housing, which often came with lower rented.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label. The label is an official registration and does not say anything about the condition of the building itself.
How close is the nearest supermarket?
The Albert Heijn is just 47 metres away, so it is literally on your doorstep. An Aldi is 264 metres away, and a Jumbo is 378 metres away, both within a short walk. This makes daily grocery shopping very convenient.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Laakhaven-Oost is described by one resident as diverse and safe, with a strong student presence. The same resident noted that the area can get a bit messy around the bins, but there are no serious issues. The neighbourhood has a high proportion of single-person households, reflecting its student and young professional character.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.5 km from the home. The resident review highlights the closeness to the station as a major advantage for access, making it easy to travel around the city and beyond.
Is this social housing?
Yes, this was social housing, as indicated in the listing. This typically meant the rent was regulated and might be lower than market rates. The room was let through Roommatch, and the price of €685 reflected this.
