Noord-Hofland, Voorschoten
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Meppellaan sits in the heart of Noord-Hofland, a busy neighbourhood with a strong community feel. At €1,101 a month, the rent is in line with what you'd expect for a 78 m² social-rent home in this part of town. For context, the price is similar to other apartments in Voorschoten of this size.
Noord-Hofland is a densely populated area with a mix of families, couples and older residents. The streets are lively, with plenty of shops and services within walking distance. One resident describes it as "a convenient place to live, with everything you need nearby." Another says "the neighbourhood feels safe and well-maintained." Based on two reviews, it's a practical, well-connected part of Voorschoten. The neighbourhood Noord-Hofland has a high proportion of families with children, and the average household size is 2.2 people.
For your morning bread, Jumbo is just around the corner, and there's another Jumbo a couple of streets away. Hoogvliet and Albert Heijn are a ten-minute walk. For school runs, Basisschool de Vink is a five-minute walk, and Het Kompas is just a couple of streets away. The municipality Voorschoten has good facilities, with a park or public garden on your doorstep and a train station a ten-minute walk away.
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Details of this home
Meppellaan 15, Voorschoten
Data from Noord-Hofland
45 within 5 km
86 within 5 km
About Meppellaan 15, Voorschoten
For a 78 m² social-rent apartment in Voorschoten, €1,101 is a typical price. The rent is set by the housing corporation and reflects the size and location. Compared to other apartments in the neighbourhood, it's in line with the market.
Energy label E means the flat is not very energy-efficient. You can expect higher heating costs compared to a modern home. The building dates from 1968, so insulation is likely basic. It's worth budgeting for energy bills.
Voorschoten train station is about 1 km away, which is a ten-minute walk. From there you can reach Leiden, The Hague and other cities. The station is well-connected.
There are several supermarkets within walking distance. Jumbo is just around the corner (286 m), and another Jumbo is a couple of streets away (297 m). Hoogvliet and Albert Heijn are about a ten-minute walk. For daily shopping, you're well covered.
Noord-Hofland has a moderate crime rate, with 157 total offences recorded. Residents describe it as safe and well-maintained. The area is densely populated but feels secure, especially during the day.
Basisschool de Vink is a five-minute walk (320 m), and Het Kompas is just around the corner (354 m). For secondary education, Da Vinci City College is about 433 m away. There are also special education schools nearby.
A park or public garden is on your doorstep (300 m), so you have green space close by. The neighbourhood itself is urban, but there are plenty of trees and small parks. For larger nature areas, you'd need to travel a bit further.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Noord-Hofland