A bright apartment on Rooseveltstraat
This is a spacious apartment on Rooseveltstraat in Leiden, with a floor area of 89 m² and an A++ energy label. The listing does not state a year of construction, so the rest of this page focuses on the street and the neighbourhood. At €2,550 per month, the rent sits 22% above the neighbourhood average of €2,082, which puts it on the high side for the area. For context, apartments in Leiden typically rent for less.
Life in the Gasthuiswijk
The Gasthuiswijk neighbourhood is a lively, urban pocket of Leiden with a very high address density. One resident describes it as "a place to be", praising the spacious apartments and the convenience of having shops and services close by. Another notes it is "a fine neighbourhood" where occasional incidents are usually resolved quickly. Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood scores 8.32 out of 10. Most households are single people, and the area has a mix of ages, with a noticeable share of residents between 25 and 45.
Daily life on the street
For daily errands, the Hoogvliet supermarket is just around the corner, with AH XL and Lidl a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, De Astronaut, is a five-minute walk, and Het Vlietland College for secondary education is also within easy reach. The train station is about 1.4 km away, and a GP practice and large supermarket are both a short stroll from the front door. The municipality of Leiden offers a dense network of amenities, so most needs are met without going far.
Listing details
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Rotsvast Delft & Rotterdam, Rotsvast Makelaardij on Funda, and Rotsvast Nederland on Vastgoed Nederland. The agent has not published the year of construction.
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Frequently asked questions
About Rooseveltstraat 169, Leiden
Is €2,550 a fair rent for this apartment?
The rent is 22% above the neighbourhood average of €2,082, which makes it the most expensive rental currently listed in the area. The apartment is 89 m² with an A++ energy label, so the price reflects a high-efficiency, spacious home. Whether it is fair depends on what you value, but it is certainly at the top end of the local market.
What does the A++ energy label mean for my energy costs?
An A++ label is the most efficient category, so you can expect low energy costs. The label is an official registration and indicates the home performs very well on energy efficiency. This is one of the best labels available, which is a strong point for keeping monthly bills down.
How is the neighbourhood for daily life?
Residents give the Gasthuiswijk a score of 8.32 out of 10. One resident says it is "a place to be", highlighting the spacious apartments and the indoor route to the supermarket. Another calls it "a fine neighbourhood" where issues are usually resolved. The area is densely populated with many single-person households, and shops, schools and a GP are all within walking distance.
What amenities are close to this apartment?
The Hoogvliet supermarket is about 670 metres away, with AH XL and Lidl just a bit further. The nearest primary school, De Astronaut, is 466 metres away, and Het Vlietland College for secondary education is 606 metres. A GP practice is 500 metres from the door, and the train station is 1.4 km away.
Why is there no year of construction in this listing?
This means the age of the building is not provided, so it cannot be confirmed from the listing itself.
How does this rent compare to other rentals in the area?
The average rent in the neighbourhood is €2,082, and the median is €2,030. This apartment at €2,550 is the highest-priced rental currently available, sitting 22% above the average. The average rental in the area is 73 m², so this 89 m² apartment is also larger than most.
