Houtwijk, Den Haag
NeighbourhoodThis mid-terrace house on Dr. G. Knuttelpark sits in a leafy, residential part of Den Haag. With 106 m² of living space and a manageable garden, it's a home that feels both spacious and cosy. The energy label C means it's reasonably efficient, though not the most modern. Priced at €525,000, it's slightly above the neighbourhood average of €464,000, but in line with the median of €495,000, a fair price for a well-maintained home in this area. For context, terraced houses in Den Haag typically sell for around this level.
Houtwijk is a green, safe neighbourhood with a strong sense of community. One resident describes it as "friendly and welcoming," adding that "everyone is always open for a chat, the neighbours look out for each other." Another calls it a "green and safe neighbourhood" with "hardly any nuisance." A third review notes that while public transport could be better, the area is clean and well-maintained. Based on three reviews, it's clear that Houtwijk is a pleasant place to live, with mostly families and a mix of ages. The neighbourhood Houtwijk is known for its greenery and quiet streets.
For daily shopping, you have a Lidl just around the corner and an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away, both within a five-minute walk. There are also several schools nearby, including a primary school about a five-minute walk away. The park or public garden is on your doorstep, perfect for a quick stroll or letting the kids play. The municipality Den Haag offers a wide range of amenities, though you'll need a car or bike for most of them.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Sonar Appartementen, Funda, and Pararius. The agent has provided full details, so you can get a good sense of the property from the listing.
Details of this home
Dr. G. Knuttelpark 89, 'S-Gravenhage
Very good · 3 residents
I've been living in Houtwijk for a while now and overall I'm very satisfied with the neighbourhood. What I particularly experience as positive are the people here. The neighbours are friendly and helpful, and there is a pleasant atmosphere on the street. The area is also clean and well-maintained, which gives a nice and cared-for feeling. Moreover, it feels very safe here; I feel at ease in the surroundings at any time of day. What I find less pleasant is the accessibility of Houtwijk by public transport. There are buses and trams, but the service is limited and connections to other parts of the city are sometimes a bit cumbersome or time-consuming. This makes it difficult for people without a car to get to other places quickly. All in all, I think Houtwijk is a nice and quiet place to live, especially because of the friendly neighbours, the cleanliness and the feeling of safety. Hopefully public transport will be better organised in the future.
Auto-translated to English by AIEveryone is always open for a chat, the neighbours look out for each other. All amenities are close by. Actually, this is the perfect neighbourhood. Everyone neatly cleans up the mess on the street, the houses are beautiful and well-insulated, green spaces are next to the centre which is also nice and spacious. Moreover, there is plenty to do for the children. Accessibility by both public transport and car is fine.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuiet residential area with lots of greenery. Pleasant living environment and friendly neighbours. Hardly any nuisance. The only downside is no shops in the immediate vicinity.
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About Dr. G. Knuttelpark 89, 'S-Gravenhage
The asking price of €525,000 is slightly above the average sale price in Houtwijk (€464,000) but close to the median (€495,000). Given the 106 m² floor area and energy label C, it's in line with what similar homes in the area have sold for recently. The market here is active, with 153 homes sold in the past period.
Houtwijk is a green, quiet residential area with a strong community feel. Residents describe it as friendly, safe, and well-maintained. One says: 'Everyone is always open for a chat, the neighbours look out for each other.' Another notes it's a 'green and safe neighbourhood' with hardly any nuisance. The only downside mentioned is limited public transport and no shops immediately nearby.
The nearest supermarket is a Lidl at 241 metres, just around the corner. An Albert Heijn is 317 metres away, also within a five-minute walk. For a larger selection, a Hoogvliet is about 975 metres away, a ten-minute walk.
The closest primary school is WSKO r.-k basisschool Verburch-hof, about 3 km away, a bit far for walking, but a short bike ride. Other options include Basisschool De Hofvilla and Openbare Daltonschool Poeldijk, all within a few kilometres. There are 11 schools within 5 km.
Public transport is a mixed bag. One resident says buses and trams are available but connections to other parts of the city can be cumbersome. The nearest train station is 5.4 km away, so you'd need a bus or bike to reach it. Another resident finds accessibility by public transport fine, so experiences vary.
The home has energy label C, which is average for a house built in 1982. It means the property is reasonably efficient but not as good as modern standards. You can expect moderate energy bills, though exact costs depend on usage. In the neighbourhood, 36.1% of homes have label A, so this is a step below the most efficient.
The exact size and layout are not specified, but it's a manageable outdoor space for a mid-terrace house.
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