Kraaienhorst 2
Slaaghwijk, Leiden
AreaA social rental flat in Slaaghwijk
This two-room apartment on Kraaienhorst sits in the Slaaghwijk part of Leiden's Merenwijk district, a corner of the city where the streets are quiet and green. At €752 a month it is a social housing rental, which puts it on the affordable side of the market here. For context, the asking price sits below the average for apartments in Leiden, so it is keenly priced for what you get.
The Slaaghwijk neighbourhood
Slaaghwijk is a child-friendly neighbourhood, according to the one resident review we have. They describe it as a place where people look out for each other and where a helpful neighbour is never far away. The same review mentions a beautiful park with a petting zoo, and notes that public transport comes via the ring road, from where you can go anywhere within walking distance. The area is home to many families, with a mix of ages and household types typical of a settled urban district. This is the Slaaghwijk neighbourhood at its most community-minded.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy from here. The Lidl and Dirk are both just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away, so the weekly shop is never far. For school runs, Brede School Merenwijk is on your doorstep, while De Singel and De Viersprong are both a five-minute walk. Marecollege for secondary education is also within a short stroll. The park and petting zoo mentioned by residents are a five-minute walk, and the train station is about four kilometres away. The municipality of Leiden keeps the wider area well connected.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed only. The agent has published the rent, floor area and energy label, but the listing does not state the number of rooms beyond the two mentioned here.
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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 Kraaienhorst 2, Leiden
Is €752 a fair rent for this apartment?
At €752 a month, this is a social housing rental in Slaaghwijk. The price is below the average for apartments in Leiden, so it is keenly priced for the area. The flat has a floor area of 60 m² and an energy label A, which keeps running costs relatively low. Given the neighbourhood's family-friendly character and the proximity of shops and schools, the rent is in line with what you would expect for this part of the city.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label a home can have. This means the property is registered as very energy-efficient, so you can expect 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 at the time of assessment.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is about 4.1 kilometres from the apartment. That is a manageable distance if you commute by rail, though you would likely cycle or take a bus for the last part of the journey. The resident review notes that public transport comes via the ring road, so connections from the neighbourhood are straightforward.
What is the neighbourhood like for families?
The one resident review we have describes Slaaghwijk as a child-friendly neighbourhood with many schools and shops in the heart of the Merenwijk. People look out for each other, and there is a beautiful park with a petting zoo nearby. The area has a mix of ages, with many households with children, making it a settled and community-minded place to live.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
The Lidl is about 474 metres away and the Dirk is roughly 497 metres, so both are just around the corner. An Albert Heijn is about 626 metres away, and a Hoogvliet is a little further at 659 metres. That gives you several options for daily shopping without needing to travel far.
What schools are near this apartment?
Brede School Merenwijk is the closest primary school, about 178 metres away. De Singel and De Viersprong are both around 550 metres, and De Springplank is about 660 metres. For secondary education, Marecollege is roughly 584 metres away. All are within a short walk, which suits families with school-age children.
