Bezuidenhout

These are well-off professionals who deliberately choose this neighborhood for its strategic location. The proximity to Den Haag Centraal and the Beatrixkwartier, the Netherlands' second-largest office hub, makes this an efficient place to live.

What draws them here

is the combination of accessibility and quality amenities. The Beatrixkwartier, with 1.4 million m² of office space—including the new ANWB office (Juliana van Stolberglaan 1) and the upcoming Rijkskantoor Monarch IV—is located right in the neighborhood, ideal for professionals who want to minimize their commute. Education also matters to this group: Nutsschool Bezuidenhout (Merkusstraat 19), with 401 students, offers solid primary education at an average distance of 0.6 km, and Het Rijnlands Lyceum's School voor Jong Talent branch (Juliana van Stolberglaan 1) provides specialized pre-university education (VWO) within 1.0 km—both relevant for highly educated families. That refinement also shows up in lifestyle: SportCity New Babylon (Bezuidenhoutseweg 61-63a) with Technogym equipment and a sauna, and Donato Ristorante Pizzeria (Bezuidenhoutseweg 116) with authentic Neapolitan food attract well-off residents. What these buyers value: the Haagse Bos for running and cycling, combined with a 5-minute tram ride to the city center via Den Haag Centraal.

They look for terraced houses and townhouses of 100+ m² from the construction period of the late 19th century to 1930, with characteristic neo-renaissance or art nouveau details, or modern apartments between 70-120 m² that have been recently renovated. A backyard, 3 bedrooms, and a workspace are standard requirements. They take their time deciding, and multiple viewings are normal.

What you should do

Highlight original features such as sculpted bay windows and facade details in pre-war homes. If you have a modern apartment, show which sustainable upgrades have been made. Have inspection reports (if available) ready for a structural survey.

Your property

An apartment of 70-120 m² in good condition near Central Station? Then international professionals are a prime target—they want move-in-ready and easy access to work. A townhouse of 100+ m² with characteristic details from 1900-1930, or a modern terraced house with a garden? Then affluent Dutch families are looking for something that combines character or functionality with the strategic location. An apartment with a sitting tenant or investment potential? Then investors will be interested, seeking returns in a neighborhood with structural demand driven by the concentration of offices.

These are expats who have already been living in the Netherlands for a few years, initially rented, and are now buying because they're staying longer. Our experience shows that about half of the buyers here have an international background. The combination of direct proximity to Den Haag Centraal and international amenities appeals strongly to them.

What draws them here

is the complete international living environment within walking distance. Winford Bilingual Den Haag (Bezuidenhoutseweg 91) offers bilingual education for ages 4-12 with a mix of Dutch, British, and International Primary Curriculum—ideal for children who need to learn fluently in two languages. For expats working at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Bezuidenhoutseweg 67), the neighborhood is right on their doorstep. These buyers also value Lighthouse Special Education in the residential streets of Bezuidenhout for children with special needs in an international setting. That international orientation is also reflected in the proximity of embassies such as Bosnia-Herzegovina (Bezuidenhoutseweg 223) and Benin (Benoordenhoutseweg 23)—this diplomatic presence creates networks and a familiar environment for professionals from those sectors. Daily amenities also matter to these buyers: Theresiastraat offers a lively mix of shops and cafés, and Café-restaurant Pan (2e Louise de Colignystraat 53), with its terrace on Queen Sophie Park, provides that international atmosphere for networking. The Haagse Bos, right next to the neighborhood, offers green tranquility after a day at the office.

They look for apartments between 70-120 m² that are well-maintained and in good condition, so they can move in quickly. Speed matters—it needs to be arranged within 6-8 weeks because current lease agreements are expiring. Bilingual documentation for homeowners' association (VvE) papers and technical reports is appreciated, as is fiscal clarity regarding Box 3 (wealth tax).

What you should do

State the energy label and heating type explicitly. Make sure VvE documents are also available in English, including the multi-year maintenance plan. Have inspection reports (if available) ready with English summaries. April-August are busy buying months for all families with children.