Kappakade 63
Cronestein, Leiden
AreaA modern apartment on Kappakade
This apartment on Kappakade sits in Cronestein, a neighbourhood with a varied mix of housing. Built in 2015, it has an A++ energy label, so it is very efficient to run. At €1,725 per month, the rent is 32% above the neighbourhood average of €1,304, which puts it on the high side. The floor area of 66 m² is 27% larger than the average of 52 m², so you are paying for extra space. For context, this is one of the apartments in Leiden currently on the market.
Cronestein
One resident describes the Cronestein neighbourhood as very varied in housing, with social housing and owner-occupied homes side by side. They note an industrial estate in the middle, high-rise buildings with apartments and student flats to the east, and mainly terraced houses to the north-west. The neighbourhood sits on Lammeschansweg and almost directly on the motorway, so it is easily accessible. There are also many amenities such as a Plus, Intersport and Gamma. This is based on a single review, so it reflects one person's perspective. The area has a young population, with 55% of residents aged 25 to 45.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, the PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, with a SPAR a couple of streets away and a Lidl a ten-minute walk. For schools, the Da Vinci College Lammenschans is on your doorstep, while the Lorentzschool is a ten-minute walk. The International School Leiden is also within walking distance. The train station is a ten-minute walk away, which makes getting around straightforward. This is all part of the municipality of Leiden, where amenities are well spread out.
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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 Kappakade 63, Leiden
Is €1,725 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is 32% above the neighbourhood average of €1,304, so it is on the high side. However, the floor area of 66 m² is 27% larger than the average of 52 m², which explains part of the difference. The apartment was built in 2015 and has an A++ energy label, so running costs should be low. Whether it is fair depends on how much you value the extra space and the modern build.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A++, which is the most efficient label available. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so you can expect low heating and electricity costs. The label is an official registration, so it reflects the property's energy performance as certified. This is a strong point for this apartment, especially compared to older homes in the area.
How close is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is a PLUS, located just 181 metres away, so it is on your doorstep. A SPAR is 928 metres away, and a Lidl is just over a kilometre from the apartment. For a wider choice, an AH XL is 1.2 kilometres away. Daily groceries are very convenient from this location.
What schools are nearby?
The Da Vinci College Lammenschans, a secondary school, is just 213 metres away. For primary education, the Lorentzschool is 852 metres away, and the Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh is 883 metres away. The International School Leiden is 961 metres away. With 85 schools within five kilometres, there is plenty of choice for families.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.0 kilometre from the apartment, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes commuting by train quite convenient. The neighbourhood is also close to the motorway, so car travel is straightforward as well. Public transport and road connections are both well covered from this location.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Cronestein is described by one resident as very varied in housing, with social housing and owner-occupied homes. There is an industrial estate in the middle, high-rise buildings with apartments to the east, and terraced houses to the north-west. The neighbourhood is easily accessible via the motorway and has many amenities. The population is young, with 55% of residents aged 25 to 45, and 67% of households are single-person.
