A quiet corner of Leeuwarden
This rental apartment on Pieter Sipmawei sits in a calm part of Leeuwarden, where the pace of life feels relaxed. At 58 m², it was a compact home, and the last known rent of €894 per month was well below the average for apartments in Leeuwarden, which made it a keen option for those looking to keep housing costs down. This home has not been online since 2 September 2026.
The Westeinde neighbourhood
The Westeinde neighbourhood is a quiet area with a mix of ages, from young families to older residents. One resident describes it as having "lots to do for young and old," with "lots of nature here" and a view over the airbase, noting that "sometimes a bit of noise but you soon get used to it." Based on one review, the neighbourhood scores 7.86 out of 10. The area is home to many single-person households, and the population is fairly evenly spread across age groups.
Life on the street
For daily errands, the Lidl and Poiesz supermarkets are just around the corner, with an Aldi and Jumbo a couple of streets away. A Montessori high school is a five-minute walk, and a primary school is also within easy reach. The park is on your doorstep, and the train station is a short drive away. The municipality of Leeuwarden offers a range of amenities, with restaurants and a library not far from the neighbourhood.
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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 Pieter Sipmawei 228, Leeuwarden
Was €894 per month a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent of €894 was considerably lower than the average of €1,400 for rental homes in the Westeinde neighbourhood. The apartment was 58 m², which was smaller than the neighbourhood average of 146 m², so the price per square metre was higher than average. Whether it was fair depended on what you value, but the monthly cost was on the low side for the area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C. This is an official registration from EP-Online, indicating the home's energy performance.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarkets are the Lidl and Poiesz, both just 121 metres from the front door, so you can be there in under two minutes on foot. An Aldi and a Jumbo are about 839 metres away, a ten-minute walk. For a larger shop, there are 30 supermarkets within five kilometres.
What schools are close by?
There are several schools within a short walk. The Montessori High School is 384 metres away, and!mpulse Leeuwarden is 440 metres. For primary education, Talentencampus Eigen Wijs Regulier is 525 metres, and IKC Albertine Agnes is 557 metres. All are within a ten-minute walk.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 3.8 kilometres from the apartment. That is a short drive or a bike ride of about 15 minutes, depending on your pace. There was no direct mention of bus connections in the listing.
What is the neighbourhood like for nature and quiet?
Residents describe the area as quiet, with lots of nature. One review mentions a view over the airbase and notes that there is sometimes a bit of noise, but that you get used to it. The park is just 200 metres away, so green space is close at hand.
