A social rental apartment in Dobbewijk-Noord
This is a social housing apartment on Joke Smitstraat in Leiden, a street in the Dobbewijk-Noord neighbourhood. The home is part of the Stevenshof district, a residential area on the western edge of the city. With 64 square metres of living space and an energy label A, this is an efficient home to run. The rent is €992 per month, which is in line with what social housing in this area goes for. For context, apartments in Leiden are a common sight in the city's rental market.
Dobbewijk-Noord
Dobbewijk-Noord is a quiet residential pocket with a mix of ages, though older residents are well represented. The neighbourhood counts around 1,400 inhabitants, with a noticeable share of single-person households. It is a calm, green part of Leiden, with the train station just under a kilometre away. The Dobbewijk-Noord neighbourhood is a place where daily life moves at a relaxed pace. There are no resident reviews available for this area, so the picture here is based on the figures alone.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, the Albert Heijn and Dirk are both just around the corner, about 500 metres from the front door. A Jumbo is a couple of streets further, roughly 800 metres away. Families with young children have two primary schools within a short walk: Anne Frank and Het Kompas. The nearest secondary school is about 2.1 kilometres away, so older kids will need a bike or bus. The municipality of Leiden keeps the wider area well connected, with the station close by for trips into the city centre.
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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 Joke Smitstraat 220, Leiden
Is €992 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €992 per month sits within the range you would expect for a social housing apartment of this size in Leiden. With 64 square metres and an energy label A, the running costs should be modest. The listing is a social housing rental, so the rent is set according to the rules that apply to that sector. Compared with other rentals in Dobbewijk-Noord, this price is in line with the market.
What does energy label A mean for this home?
Energy label A is the most efficient label on the scale, which means the home is well equipped to keep energy use low. For a 64 square metre apartment, that translates into relatively low heating and electricity costs compared with less efficient homes. The label is an official registration, so it reflects the property's energy performance as recorded. You can expect a comfortable and economical home to run.
How far is the train station from this apartment?
The nearest train station is 0.8 kilometres from the apartment, which is about a ten-minute walk. That makes it easy to get to Leiden's city centre or further afield without needing a car. The station is a practical asset for commuters or anyone who likes to travel by train. The distance is measured as a straight line, so the actual walking route may be slightly longer.
What is the neighbourhood like in Dobbewijk-Noord?
Dobbewijk-Noord is a residential area with around 1,400 residents, and a large share of single-person households. The age profile is mixed, with a notable group of residents aged 65 and over. It is a quiet, green part of Leiden, away from the busiest streets. The neighbourhood has a calm feel, with basic amenities like a GP practice and a large supermarket within a short distance.
Which supermarkets are closest to this home?
The Albert Heijn and Dirk are both about 496 metres away, so you can reach them in a short walk. A Jumbo is slightly further, at around 803 metres. For a wider choice, there are more supermarkets within a five-kilometre radius, including several other Jumbo branches. Daily groceries are easy to pick up without going far from home.
Are there primary schools near this apartment?
Yes, there are several primary schools within walking distance. Anne Frank is the closest at 272 metres, followed by Het Kompas at 709 metres and Basisschool de Vink at 758 metres. Two more schools, Basisschool De Wereldwijzer and De Stevenshof, are about 845 metres away. For secondary education, the nearest school is 2.1 kilometres from the home.
