De Kooi, Leiden
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Arubapad feels light and spacious, with a large living area and a sleek finish throughout. It's a recent build from 2017, so everything is well insulated and energy efficient. The asking price is 63% above the neighbourhood average, but the floor area is 59% larger than the typical home in De Kooi, so it's in line with what you get for your money. For context, this is one of the larger apartments in Leiden currently on the market.
De Kooi is a mixed neighbourhood with a strong urban feel, the address density is high, and there are plenty of shops and services around. Based on two reviews, opinions are divided. One resident says: 'Too little police control is causing the neighbourhood to deteriorate rapidly, drug dealers under the bridge, drug users around and even in bad weather in the flat, the housing association doesn't want to understand!' Another describes it as 'a normal neighbourhood like you usually know', adding that 'it is a pleasant neighbourhood, but unfortunately we don't have as nice contact with our neighbours as before.' The area has a young population, with many residents aged 25 to 45, and a mix of single-person households and families. For more details, see the De Kooi neighbourhood.
For daily shopping, the Hoogvliet is on your doorstep, and Albert Heijn is just around the corner. There are several primary schools within a couple of streets away: De Springplank is a short walk, and De Singel and De Viersprong are also close by. Secondary education is nearby too, with Marecollege a five-minute walk away. The neighbourhood has a park or public garden just around the corner, and a library within a ten-minute walk. For more on the wider area, check out the municipality of Leiden.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including De Wekker Makelaardij Leiden B.V. and other platforms.
Details of this home
Arubapad 1, Leiden
Satisfactory · 2 residents
Too little police control is causing the neighbourhood to deteriorate rapidly, drug dealers under the bridge, drug users around and even in bad weather in the flat, the housing association doesn't want to understand! Also many foreign residents in the flat and in the neighbourhood. The mayor and aldermen do nothing about it either. Leiden Noord is in decline! Bins disappear and it's normal for people to throw everything on the ground. Cleaning up dog poop, forget it, you can hardly pick it up anymore because the grass is much too high, so-called care for insects, in my opinion just a cheap cutback. The flat is also getting dirtier. They keep raising the costs but the escape routes haven't been cleaned for almost 5 years. Positive is that there are shops at Kooiplein and in the building there is the library and schools, secondary education at Sumatrastraat. Too bad that not only the government sees the car as a cash cow but the municipality now too.
Auto-translated to English by AIWell, it's actually a normal neighbourhood like you usually know. However, you do have a lot of drunk people sometimes in the park at the weekend, and also children who get up to a lot of mischief. For the rest, it is a pleasant neighbourhood, but unfortunately we don't have as nice contact with our neighbours as before. My neighbourhood has changed a lot compared to my childhood since we had an old neighbour lady who was very close to us. Felt like family..
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About Arubapad 1, Leiden
The asking price is 63% above the neighbourhood average of €386,542, but this apartment is also 59% larger than the typical home in De Kooi (121 m² vs 76 m²). It's a recent build with an A+ energy label, which is rare in the area, only 4% of homes for sale have that label. So the price reflects the size and quality, and is in line with what you'd expect for a modern, spacious apartment.
The energy label is A+, which is the highest rating. This means the home is very energy efficient, with excellent insulation and likely a modern heating system. You can expect low energy bills compared to older homes. In De Kooi, only 4% of homes for sale have an A+ label, so this is a standout feature.
The nearest train station is 2.8 km away, which is about a 35-minute walk or a short bike ride.
De Kooi is a densely populated urban neighbourhood with a young population. It has a mix of shops, schools, and parks nearby. Resident reviews are mixed: some mention issues with drug use and litter, while others find it a normal, pleasant area. The neighbourhood has a high address density and a residential feel.
Yes, there are several supermarkets within walking distance. Hoogvliet is just 49 metres away, and Albert Heijn is 184 metres away. For more variety, there are other supermarkets within about a kilometre.
There are several primary schools nearby: De Springplank (89 m), De Singel (134 m), and De Viersprong (134 m). For secondary education, Marecollege is 246 metres away. All are within a short walk.
The floor area is 121 m², which is spacious, but the exact layout is not provided.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The plot size is not given, so it's unclear if there is any private outdoor space.
6 homes in the neighbourhood De Kooi
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