Zuidwal, Den Haag
NeighbourhoodThis spacious 1900s townhouse sits in the heart of Den Haag, on a lively street in the Zuidwal neighbourhood. With 223 m² of living space over several floors, it is a substantial home for those who love period character. The energy label G means heating costs will be high, but the generous proportions and central location are rare. At €699,000, the asking price is 37% above the neighbourhood average of €510,613, which reflects the exceptional size, 121% larger than the typical home in the area. For context, terraced houses in Den Haag vary widely in price and condition.
Zuidwal is a dense, urban neighbourhood with over 7,400 residents, mostly single-person households. It scores a 7.6 out of 10 from two resident reviews. One resident calls it a "multicultural neighbourhood with many amenities" and notes "increasing greenery, everything in the neighbourhood." Another describes it as "very centrally located in the shopping district and easily accessible by public transport or bike," but adds that weekends are "usually very busy on the streets" and there is "sometimes an unsafe atmosphere on the streets at night." The area has a very high address density (8,658 per km²), typical of a city centre. Most homes are pre-war, and only 13% are owner-occupied. Learn more about the neighbourhood Zuidwal.
For groceries, you have an Albert Heijn just around the corner and a Jumbo a couple of streets away. A SPAR express is also within easy reach. Schools are a bit further: the nearest primary school, De Parachute, is about a ten-minute walk away, and the closest secondary school, Sint-Maartenscollege, is a similar distance. The neighbourhood has a park or public garden within walking distance, and the train station is 1.2 km away, a ten-minute walk. The municipality Den Haag offers all the amenities of a major city.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Elnovi makelaardij & vastgoed. The listing is also available on Funda.
Details of this home
Boekhorststraat 42, 'S-Gravenhage
Good · 2 residents
Increasing greenery, everything in the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIVery centrally located in the shopping district and easily accessible by public transport or bike. A park and two forests within walking distance. Usually very busy on the streets at weekends and sometimes an unsafe atmosphere on the streets at night.
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About Boekhorststraat 42, 'S-Gravenhage
The asking price is 37% above the average asking price in Zuidwal (€510,613), but the home is also 121% larger than the neighbourhood average (101 m²). Given the size and central location, the price is on the high side but reflects the exceptional square footage. The energy label G may also affect running costs.
Zuidwal is a very urban, multicultural area in the centre of Den Haag. It has a high density of shops and restaurants, and is well connected by public transport and bike. Residents appreciate the amenities but note that weekends can be busy and the streets can feel unsafe at night. The population is mostly single-person households.
The nearest train station is 1.2 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. The area is also well served by trams and buses, and the city centre is easily reachable on foot or by bike.
The energy label is G, the lowest rating. This means the home is not energy-efficient and heating costs are likely to be high. The home was built in 1900 and may have single glazing and poor insulation. In the neighbourhood, 38.3% of homes have label D or lower.
Yes, there are several supermarkets within a few minutes' walk. An Albert Heijn is 178 m away, a Jumbo is 252 m, and a SPAR express is 271 m. For organic groceries, Ekoplaza is 486 m away.
The nearest primary school is De Parachute (2.3 km), and the nearest secondary school is Sint-Maartenscollege (3.2 km). There are also several other schools within a 5 km radius, including Protestant Christian primary school Groen van Prinsterer and Gymnasium Novum.
Zuidwal has two resident reviews on, with an average score of 7.6 out of 10. One review highlights the multicultural character and amenities, while another mentions the central location but also notes a busy and sometimes unsafe atmosphere at night.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Zuidwal