A modern apartment in Groenoord
This first-floor apartment on Eschertoren sits in a quiet corner of Groenoord, a leafy neighbourhood just north of Leiden's centre. At 55 m² it's compact but well laid out, with an energy label C and a 2001 build. The last known rent of €1,573 was 13% below the neighbourhood average, making it a keen option compared to other apartments in Leiden. This home has not been online since 11 August 2026.
The Groenoord neighbourhood
Groenoord is a mixed residential area with a strong urban feel, the address density is over 4,300 per km². Around half the homes are single-family houses, and two-thirds are owner-occupied. The population is relatively young, with many 25- to 45-year-olds. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the area is known for its green spaces and proximity to the city centre. For more context, see the Groenoord neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily shopping is easy: Dirk is a couple of streets away, and Albert Heijn, Jumbo and SPAR are all within a ten-minute walk. For school runs, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden is just around the corner, and several primary schools are within walking distance. A park or public garden is on your doorstep. The municipality of Leiden maintains the public spaces and amenities, find out more about the municipality of Leiden.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was listed through several channels, including HOLLAND WEST MAKELAARDIJ.
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About Eschertoren 13B, Leiden
Was €1,573 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €1,573 was 13% below the Groenoord average of €1,816, so it was on the keen side. The floor area of 55 m² was smaller than the neighbourhood average of 75 m², which partly explained the lower price. Compared to other rentals in the area, this was a market-rate price for a modern apartment.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C, which is average for a home built in 2001. The exact running costs depend on your usage and energy contract.
How far is the train station?
Leiden Centraal station is 2.1 km away, about a 25-minute walk or a short bus ride.
What schools are nearby?
Several schools are within walking distance. The Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden (secondary) is 274 m away, Vrije School Mareland (primary) is 492 m away, and Het Waterland (secondary) is 611 m away. There are also primary schools like De Pionier within a ten-minute walk.
What supermarkets are close by?
Dirk is 696 m away, just around the corner. Albert Heijn, Jumbo and SPAR are all within 900 m, so daily groceries are easy on foot. For a larger shop, there are more options within a short cycle.
Is the neighbourhood safe?
Groenoord recorded 151 total crimes in the latest data, which is moderate for a dense urban area. The neighbourhood has a mix of families and young professionals, and the streets around Eschertoren are generally quiet.
How long do rentals typically stay on the market here?
In Groenoord, rentals were on the market for an average of 22 days before being rented out. That suggests reasonable demand, but not an extremely fast market.
