Buying a home in Elsenburg, Rijswijk.
Elsenburg is where Rijswijk's professionals and families actually choose to live—quieter than the town centre, but still minutes from the train station and The Hague. You'll find solid postwar family homes and newer builds on tree-lined streets; plenty of school-age children around, which keeps the vibe practical rather than flashy. The neighbourhood backs onto green space, and the small local shops on Eisenhowerlaan handle most daily needs without needing to venture far.
Start free trialWhat to consider when buying in Elsenburg
Pros:
- Direct line to The Hague Central Station (RandstadRail) and to Delft via the same stop, cutting commute time versus driving
- Post-war suburban housing stock means larger plots and detached homes compared to Amsterdam or Rotterdam equivalents at lower prices
- Close to A4 motorway access for those working in Rotterdam or the airport
- Relatively quiet, car-dependent residential area if you want distance from urban density
Cons:
- Entirely car-dependent for daily errands; no local high street or supermarket within walking distance
- Heavy through-traffic on Rijswijksestraatweg and surrounding roads during rush hours
- Limited school choice compared to larger municipalities
- Bland 1960s–80s suburban character; little reason to spend time in the neighborhood itself beyond home and commute
- Distant from cultural venues, restaurants, or nightlife; you'll leave the neighborhood every time you want entertainment
Living environment
Fewer registered crimes than most neighborhoods in Rijswijk (ZH.)
- Per 1,000 residents (12 mo)
- 24.56
- Total registered (12 mo)
- 175
- Residential burglary
- 15
- Theft
- 51
- Violence and threats
- 19
- Vandalism and public order
- 8
Indicative, based on registered crimes (police/CBS) over the past twelve months. This is not an official safety rating.
Source: Police/CBS· Figures through September 2026
Finding a home in Rijswijk
Choose homes that fit your needs. When comparing listings, check practical details such as living area, layout and condition.
Asking prices and sale prices in Rijswijk
To judge whether the asking price is reasonable, look at recent sales of similar homes in Rijswijk. The area’s median is a reference for recorded sales, not the value of a particular home.
The wider housing market in Rijswijk
Buying a home in Rijswijk? The median sale price in the previous full quarter was around €340,000. When comparing homes, look at features such as living area and condition alongside similar homes.
Updated: September 2026