Martinus Nijhofflaan 442
Poptahof-Zuid, Delft
AreaA modern apartment in a lively part of Delft
This apartment on the Martinus Nijhofflaan sits in the Poptahof-Zuid neighbourhood, a busy urban area with the Hoven passage just around the corner. Built in 2016 and carrying an A++ energy label, it is very efficient to run. At 79 m², the home is a typical size for a rental in this part of Delft. The asking rent of €1,995 is on the high side compared to the neighbourhood average of €1,883, but the home is newer and more efficient than many. For context, apartments in Delft in this price range tend to be modern and well-insulated.
The Poptahof-Zuid neighbourhood
Poptahof-Zuid is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a very strong city feel, the address density is over 5,000 addresses per km². It is a young area: most residents are between 25 and 45, and many live alone. The single review of the neighbourhood gives it a 4.63 out of 5. One resident calls it "Lively thanks to the Hoven passage. Annoying thanks to certain people in the neighbourhood." So it is a mixed bag: plenty of shops and activity, but not without its frustrations. Homes here rent quickly, on average within 17 days, so the Poptahof-Zuid neighbourhood is a fast-moving market.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, you have a Dirk, an AH XL and a Jumbo all within a couple of streets away, the Dirk and AH XL are practically on your doorstep. For schools, the Parkschool primary school is a five-minute walk, and several secondary schools including the Christelijk Lyceum and Grotius College are also within walking distance. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and there are restaurants and a library nearby. The municipality of Delft is a compact city, so most amenities are close at hand.
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At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including VERRA Makelaars. The agent has published full details including floor area, year of construction and energy label.
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About Martinus Nijhofflaan 442, Delft
Is €1,995 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is €1,995, which is above the neighbourhood average of €1,883 and the median of €1,698. However, this apartment is newer (2016) and has an A++ energy label, which is more efficient than most rentals in the area. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood is €24.80, and this home works out at about €25.25 per m², slightly above average but in line with its modern specs.
How quickly do rentals go in Poptahof-Zuid?
Rental homes in this neighbourhood are let on average within 17 days, which is quite fast. This suggests that well-priced properties don't stay on the market long. The apartment's modern build and energy efficiency may make it attractive, but the rent is on the higher side, so it might not fly off the shelf as quickly as cheaper options.
What is the neighbourhood like for young professionals?
Poptahof-Zuid is a very urban area with a high density of addresses. The population is young, most residents are between 25 and 45, and many live alone. There are plenty of shops in the Hoven passage, and the train station is a ten-minute walk, making it convenient for commuting. One resident describes it as lively, though some find certain people in the neighbourhood annoying.
How energy efficient is this apartment?
The apartment has an A++ energy label, which is among the best possible. This means it is very well insulated and has low energy costs. The home was built in 2016, so it meets modern building standards. You can expect heating and electricity bills to be relatively low compared to older properties.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are three supermarkets within a couple of streets away: Dirk at 112 metres, AH XL at 115 metres, and Jumbo at 147 metres. That means you can walk to any of them in a couple of minutes. For a wider selection, Aldi and Lidl are about 600 metres away.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.6 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to other cities.
Is this a good area for families?
The neighbourhood has a mix of households: about 230 with children and 300 without. There are several primary and secondary schools within walking distance, including Parkschool (285 m) and Christelijk Lyceum (443 m). However, the area is very urban and dense, with many single-person households, so it may not have a quiet suburban feel.
What is the crime rate like in Poptahof-Zuid?
The total number of recorded crimes in the neighbourhood is 180. Without a per-capita figure or comparison, it's hard to say how that stacks up. The resident review mentions that some people in the neighbourhood can be annoying, which may hint at nuisance issues. For specific concerns, you would need to check local crime statistics.
