A social rental apartment in Slaaghwijk
This is a social housing apartment on Merendonk in the Slaaghwijk neighbourhood of Leiden, a part of the Merenwijk district. The home dates from 1973 and has a floor area of 90 square metres, with an energy label C. The rent is €986 per month, which is in line with what you would expect for a social rental of this size in this part of the city. For a sense of how this compares, you can look at apartments in Leiden.
The Slaaghwijk neighbourhood
Slaaghwijk is a quiet, green part of Leiden, and the one review we have gives it a score of 8.25 out of 10. One resident describes it as a "Child-friendly neighbourhood" and says: "Child-friendly with many schools and shops in the heart of the Merenwijk. Public transport comes via the ring road and from there you can go anywhere within walking distance. People look out for each other and if something is wrong, there is a helpful neighbour. There is a beautiful park including a petting zoo." The neighbourhood has a mix of households, with many families and a fair number of single-person households. For more on the area, see the Slaaghwijk neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily life here is well served. For groceries, you have a Lidl just around the corner, with a Dirk and a Hoogvliet a couple of streets away. There are also two Albert Heijn supermarkets within a ten-minute walk. For schools, Brede School Merenwijk is just around the corner, and there are several other primary schools within a five-minute walk, including De Singel and De Viersprong. Marecollege, a secondary school, is also close by. The wider area, the municipality of Leiden, offers plenty of amenities within easy reach.
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About Merendonk 151, Leiden
Is €986 per month a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €986 per month is for a 90 square metre apartment with an energy label C, built in 1973. In the current market for social rentals in Leiden, this is in line with what you would expect for a property of this size and age. The exact value depends on your personal circumstances, but the price reflects the home's characteristics.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This is an official registration that indicates the energy performance of the home. A label C is in the middle of the scale, meaning the home is reasonably efficient, though not the most efficient available. It is a standard label that many homes of this era carry.
How far is the nearest train station?
The nearest train station is 3.4 kilometres away. This means you would need to cycle or take a bus to reach it, as it is not within walking distance. The neighbourhood is well connected by public transport via the ring road, according to local residents.
What is the neighbourhood like for families?
The neighbourhood is described by a resident as "Child-friendly" with many schools and shops. There is a park with a petting zoo, and people look out for each other. The data shows a mix of households, with 38% of households having children, so it is a family-friendly area.
Are there supermarkets nearby?
Yes, there are several supermarkets within a short walk. The nearest is a Lidl at 541 metres, followed by a Dirk at 576 metres and a Hoogvliet at 660 metres. There are also two Albert Heijn stores within about 700 metres, so daily shopping is easy.
What schools are close to this home?
There are several schools within walking distance. Brede School Merenwijk is the nearest primary school at 291 metres, and De Singel and De Viersprong are both at 525 metres. Marecollege, a secondary school, is at 530 metres. This makes the area convenient for families with school-age children.
