A modern apartment in Leiden's Groenoord
This bright, energy-efficient apartment on Edisonstraat sits in a lively part of Leiden-Noord. Built in 2016 and boasting an A+ label, it kept running costs low and comfort high. At €2,350 per month, the rent sat 21% above the neighbourhood average of €1,938, a premium for the modern specs and central location. For context, the average apartments in Leiden in this price bracket tend to be older or less efficient. This home has not been online since 13 July 2026.
The neighbourhood Groenoord
Groenoord is a dense, urban neighbourhood with over 3,200 residents and a very high address density (4,338 per km²). It's a mix of families and singles, about a third of households have children, and a third are one-person. The area feels young and energetic, with many residents in the 25,45 age bracket. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, but the figures paint a picture of a lively, well-populated area close to the city's amenities.
Life on the street
Your daily routine is well served here. For groceries, Dirk is just around the corner, and AH to go, SPAR, Jumbo and Albert Heijn are all within a ten-minute walk. Schools are close too: the Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden (secondary) is a couple of streets away, and Vrije School Mareland (primary) is just as near. The municipality Leiden offers a compact urban environment where most daily needs are within walking or cycling distance.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was listed via Finke Makelaars and also appeared on Pararius, so it was available through several channels.
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About Edisonstraat 227, Leiden
Was €2,350 a fair price for this apartment?
The rent was 21% above the Groenoord average of €1,938, but this apartment was newer (2016) and had an A+ energy label, which most rentals in the area lack. The average rent per m² in the neighbourhood was €24.85, so at €28 per m² you pay a premium for the modern build and efficiency.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A+, the highest possible. This means the home is very energy-efficient, with excellent insulation and likely a heat pump or similar system. Your heating and electricity bills will be low compared to older homes with labels D or lower.
How far is the train station?
Leiden Centraal station is 2.1 km away, about a 25-minute walk or a short bike ride.
What schools are nearby?
Several schools are within walking distance. The Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden (secondary) is 357 m away, Vrije School Mareland (primary) is 388 m, and De Pionier (primary) is 565 m. There are also secondary schools like Het Waterland at 648 m.
Is the neighbourhood safe?
Groenoord recorded 151 total crimes in the latest data, which for a dense urban area of over 3,200 residents is moderate. The neighbourhood has a mix of families and young professionals, and the high address density means streets are generally busy and lively.
What supermarkets are close by?
Dirk is just around the corner at 590 m, and AH to go, SPAR, Jumbo and Albert Heijn are all within 855 m, a ten-minute walk or less. You have plenty of options for daily shopping.
