A grand terraced house in a leafy setting
This 1926 terraced house on Ruychrocklaan sits in Waalsdorp, a quiet, green corner of Den Haag where the city meets the dunes. With eight rooms spread over three floors, it is a home with real presence, and the asking price of €1,195,000 is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For context, terraced houses in Den Haag currently average around €989,773.
What the agent tells us about the home
The agent describes a house with six bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a living area of 195 m², though the BAG registration records 208 m². The plot is 196 m² according to both sources. There is a rear garden of 68 m² facing northwest, plus a front garden, and the agent mentions both a balcony and a roof terrace. The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it is offered as freehold. The energy label is E, which is the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs.
Life in Waalsdorp
Waalsdorp is a district within Benoordenhout, and residents of the wider district give it an average score of 8.46 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "It's a very pleasant neighbourhood with friendly people and almost always clean and hygienic. It's a really nice place to live, also with children, because there is a playground nearby and also many schools." Another adds: "It's a very nice neighbourhood with friendly people. It's often clean (not always, unfortunately). It's cosy and a great neighbourhood for children." The district has a mix of ages, with about 22% of residents under 15 and 21% over 65. For more on the Waalsdorp neighbourhood, the data shows a high share of owner-occupied homes.
Amenities and getting around
For daily errands, the nearest Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there are several more supermarkets within a short walk. The Duinrand Apotheek is a couple of streets away, and HMC Bronovo hospital is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is in Wassenaar, about 3 km away. Bus line 20 stops at Oostduinlaan on your doorstep, and Den Haag Centraal station is about 2 km away. For more on the municipality of Den Haag, the area offers a range of schools within reach. According to public address-level data, the home is in an area with a medium foundation risk indication, which is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific property. The noise level from road traffic is 55 dB Lden, above the norm, while railway noise is 24 dB Lden, below the norm. For climate, pluvial flooding risk is low, and heat stress is medium, both current and in 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Vreeswijk Verbeek.
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About Ruychrocklaan 20, 'S-Gravenhage
How does the asking price compare with other homes in Waalsdorp?
The asking price of €1,195,000 is 21% above the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €989,773. The price per square metre is €6,128, based on the agent's floor area of 195 m², which is about 9% higher than the neighbourhood average of €5,601 per m². The price verdict is that it is on the high side.
What is the layout of this terraced house?
According to the agent, the home has eight rooms, including six bedrooms and two bathrooms, spread over three floors. The living area is 195 m² as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration records 208 m². There is a rear garden of 68 m² facing northwest, plus a front garden, and the agent mentions both a balcony and a roof terrace.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E, which is the least efficient label on the scale. This means you can expect higher energy costs compared with more efficient homes. The agent notes that the home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, but the label itself does not tell you about the condition of the building.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
Public data indicates a medium foundation risk for this address, based on the fact that the home was built before 1970 (in 1926) and the area is a KCAF attention zone. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific property. The soil type is sand.
How noisy is it at this location?
According to public data, the road traffic noise level is 55 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Railway noise is 24 dB Lden, which is below the norm. These are area-level indications based on 2022 and 2023 data, not measurements at the property itself.
What are the flood and heat risks for this home?
Public climate data indicates a low risk of pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) and a low risk of flooding from rivers or the sea, both now and in 2050. Heat stress is rated as medium, both currently and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not a property-specific assessment.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest Albert Heijn is about 677 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. There are several other supermarkets within a short distance, including another Albert Heijn at 956 metres and a SPAR express at 1.2 km. In total, there are 71 supermarkets within 5 km.
What public transport options are available?
Bus line 20 stops at Oostduinlaan, just 43 metres from the door, and also at Van der Woertstraat and Groenhovenstraat nearby. The nearest train station is Den Haag Centraal, about 2 km away. This gives you direct access to the city centre and beyond.
What schools are in the area?
There are 16 schools within 5 km, including primary schools like De Parachute and Bloemcampschool, and secondary schools such as Corbulo Tech & Design College and Sint-Maartenscollege. The nearest primary school is about 3.5 km away, and the nearest secondary school is about 3.9 km away.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the wider district give an average score of 8.46 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "It's a very pleasant neighbourhood with friendly people and almost always clean and hygienic. It's a really nice place to live, also with children." Another notes: "It's cosy and a great neighbourhood for children."
