A social-rent apartment on Chopinlaan
This was a social-rent apartment on Chopinlaan in the Gillisbuurt neighbourhood of Delft. At 56 m² and with an E energy label, it is a modest home. The rent was €662 per month, which was in line with social-housing prices. For context, this is one of the apartments in Delft. This home has not been online since 19 July 2026.
The Gillisbuurt neighbourhood
The Gillisbuurt is a densely built neighbourhood with a mix of residents. Based on two reviews, opinions are divided. One resident describes it as 'cosy', while another calls it 'avoidable', citing drug nuisance, litter, and poor maintenance. The area has a high address density and is very urban. For more on the area, see the Gillisbuurt neighbourhood.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, the nearest Lidl is just around the corner, and Dirk and Jumbo are a ten-minute walk away. Several schools are within walking distance, including a special-needs school and a secondary school. The neighbourhood has a park or public garden on your doorstep. For broader context, this is part of the municipality of Delft.
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About Chopinlaan 272, Delft
Was €662 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €662 was a social-housing price, which was typical for a 56 m² apartment with an E energy label in this neighbourhood. The market for social rentals in Gillisbuurt is limited, with only two housing-association properties recently available.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
The Gillisbuurt is a very urban area with a high population density. Resident reviews are mixed: one finds it cosy, while another mentions drug nuisance, litter, and poor maintenance. The neighbourhood has a diverse age mix and many single-person households.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 2.5 km away, which is about a 30-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The closest supermarket is Lidl at 246 metres, just around the corner. Dirk and Jumbo are about 750,820 metres away, a ten-minute walk.
Are there schools within walking distance?
Yes, several schools are nearby. A special-needs school is 268 metres away, and a secondary school (Christelijk Lyceum Delft) is 406 metres away. A primary school, Basisschool De Horizon, is 443 metres away.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E, which means the home is not very energy-efficient. Heating costs were likely to be higher than in a home with a better label.
Was this a social-rent home?
Yes, this was a social-rent apartment. The rent was €662 per month, which was within the social-housing threshold. It was listed via Woonnet Haaglanden, a housing-association platform.
