Mosterdsteeg 31
Pieterswijk, Leiden
AreaA 17th-century apartment in the heart of Leiden
This apartment on Mosterdsteeg sits in the oldest part of Leiden, where the streets are narrow and the atmosphere is unmistakably historic. Built in 1650, it is a piece of the city's heritage, and with 72 m² of floor space it is a generous size for the centre. The rent of €3,000 a month is 38% above the neighbourhood average of €2,170, so you are paying a clear premium for the location and the character. For context, apartments in Leiden in this area average €48 per m², which puts this home on the high side.
The Pieterswijk neighbourhood
The Pieterswijk neighbourhood is right in the centre of Leiden, between the three student associations. One resident describes it as "busy but cosy": there is daytime bustle from tourists and evening footfall from students walking through, which they find "very cosy and not disturbing". The same resident notes the many nice little restaurants, a supermarket nearby, and the proximity to the water and the Hortus. They also mention that getting in by car is tricky, with restrictions and detours, and that greenery is limited, with most of it coming from residents rather than the municipality. This is based on one review, so it is a single perspective, but it paints a clear picture of a lively, central spot.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, Ekoplaza is on your doorstep, with Hoogvliet just around the corner and SPAR, Albert Heijn and Dekamarkt all within a five-minute walk. For families, Haanstra Basisschool is a couple of streets away, OBS Lucas van Leyden is just beyond that, and there are several other primary schools within a ten-minute walk. The train station is a fifteen-minute walk, which is handy for commuting. The municipality of Leiden has a compact centre, so most of what you need day to day is close at hand.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed only via JM verhuur.
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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 Mosterdsteeg 31, Leiden
Is €3,000 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is 38% above the neighbourhood average of €2,170, and the floor area of 72 m² is 29% larger than the average of 56 m². At €48 per m², it is above the average for apartments in Leiden. The premium reflects the central location and the historic character of a 1650 building, but it is clearly on the high side compared with other rentals in the Pieterswijk.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale. This is an official registration, so it indicates the home is very efficient in terms of energy performance. With a label like this, you can expect relatively low heating costs compared with homes with less efficient labels.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
Ekoplaza is just 89 metres away, so it is literally on your doorstep. Hoogvliet is 251 metres away, SPAR is 454 metres, Albert Heijn is 463 metres, and Dekamarkt is 508 metres. All of them are within a short walk, which makes daily grocery shopping very convenient in this part of Leiden.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
One resident describes the Pieterswijk as "busy but cosy", with daytime tourist bustle and evening student footfall. They appreciate the many restaurants, the nearby supermarket, and the proximity to the water and the Hortus. They also note that driving in the area is difficult due to restrictions and detours, and that greenery is limited, with most plants coming from residents rather than the municipality.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.5 kilometres away, which is about a fifteen-minute walk. This makes it feasible to commute by train, though you would be walking rather than cycling to the station. The central location of the apartment means you are well placed for the rest of the city centre as well.
Are there schools nearby?
Haanstra Basisschool is 314 metres away, and OBS Lucas van Leyden is 368 metres away. Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh is 759 metres, Vrije School Mareland is 894 metres, and De Pionier is 903 metres. All of these are primary schools, so families with young children have several options within a short walk.
