Boshuizerkade 113
Haagweg-Zuid, Leiden
AreaA social rental apartment on Boshuizerkade
This apartment on Boshuizerkade sits in Haagweg-Zuid, a lively part of Leiden with a strong urban feel. At €857 per month, the rent is well below the neighbourhood average of €1,804, which makes it a keen option in the current market. The 64 m² floor area is 47% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 120 m², so the space is compact. For context, apartments in Leiden typically command higher rents, so this one stands out for its affordability.
Life in Haagweg-Zuid
Haagweg-Zuid is a densely populated area, with over 4,200 addresses per square kilometre, giving it a very strong urban character. The neighbourhood is home to a mix of households, with nearly half being single-person households and about a third having children. The age spread is broad, with a notable share of residents between 25 and 45. The Haagweg-Zuid neighbourhood feels busy and connected, typical of a city district. There are no resident reviews available for this area, so the picture here comes from the statistics alone.
Daily life on the street
For daily errands, the Lidl is just around the corner, and the AH XL is a couple of streets away, so grocery shopping is easy. A SPAR is a ten-minute walk if you want a smaller option. For families, Basisschool De Ley and Leimundo are both just around the corner, while Leonardo College for secondary education is on your doorstep. The train station is 1.5 km away, and a park is a five-minute walk. The municipality of Leiden keeps the area well served with amenities.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Boshuizerkade 113, Leiden
Is €857 a fair rent for this apartment?
At €857 per month, this rent is significantly below the neighbourhood average of €1,804 for rental homes. The floor area of 64 m² is smaller than the average of 120 m² in the area, which partly explains the lower price. Given the social housing status, the rent is set at an affordable level, making it a keen option compared to other listings in Haagweg-Zuid.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale. This means the home is registered as having high energy performance, so you can expect relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The label is an official registration, and it reflects the home's energy characteristics as recorded.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
The Lidl is just 371 metres away, and the AH XL is 402 metres, so both are within a short walk. A SPAR is at 860 metres, and a Jumbo is at 1,064 metres. With 46 supermarkets within 5 km, you have plenty of choice for daily shopping in the area.
What schools are near this apartment?
Leonardo College for secondary education is just 128 metres away, and Basisschool De Ley and Leimundo are both at 236 metres. There is also Auris College at 303 metres and Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh at 711 metres. With 94 schools within 5 km, families have a wide range of options.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.5 km from the apartment. That is a walk of roughly 20 minutes or a short cycle.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of density?
Haagweg-Zuid has an address density of 4,268 per square kilometre, which is classified as very strongly urban. The population is around 3,755, with a mix of single-person households (49%) and households with children (29%). It is a busy, connected area with a broad age range, from young adults to older residents.
