Zuid-West, Katwijk
NeighbourhoodThis rental apartment on Schuitegatstraat sits in a calm part of Katwijk, with the sea breeze never far away. At 63 m² it's a compact but well-laid-out home, built in 2009 and carrying an energy label B, so running costs should be manageable. The rent of €1,050 is keen compared to other apartments in Katwijk.
Zuid-West is a quiet, older neighbourhood with a strong sense of community. Over 40% of residents are 65 or older, and half of households are couples without children. It's a place where people know each other. One resident says: "It's peaceful and everyone looks out for each other." The area has a moderate urban feel, with most daily needs within walking distance. For more on the area, see the Zuid-West neighbourhood.
Your morning bread run is a couple of streets away at Hoogvliet, about a ten-minute walk. Dirk and Lidl are a bit further but still doable on foot. For families, the nearest primary school is Julianaschool Rijnsburg, a ten-minute walk, and secondary education is at Teylingen College, also within walking distance. The municipality of Katwijk keeps the area well-maintained, and you'll find a GP, library and park all within a ten-minute walk. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Katwijk.
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Insure your home and belongingsGet insuredThe 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.
About Schuitegatstraat 16, Katwijk
The rent of €1,050 is on the keen side for a 63 m² apartment in Katwijk with energy label B. Given the quiet neighbourhood and the building's age (2009), it represents good value compared to similar listings in the area.
The energy label is B, which is an official registration from EP-Online. Label B is quite efficient, so you can expect reasonable energy costs. The label does not tell you about specific insulation or installations, but it's a good sign for a home built in 2009.
The nearest supermarket is Hoogvliet, about 650 metres away, a five-minute walk. Dirk and Lidl are around 1.3 km, a ten-minute walk. Albert Heijn and Coop are further out, at about 2 km and 2.3 km respectively.
The closest primary school is Julianaschool Rijnsburg, about 2.9 km away. For secondary education, Teylingen College is about 3 km away. There are several other primary schools within 3.5 km, including PC Oranje Nassauschool and De Wegwijzer.
Zuid-West recorded 25 total crimes in the latest data, which is low for a neighbourhood of this size. Residents describe it as peaceful, and the high proportion of older residents contributes to a quiet, watchful atmosphere.
The nearest train station is 9 km away, so this home is not ideal for daily commuting by rail. You would rely on a car or bus for longer journeys.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €3,062,500 | €3,062,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €10,892 | – |
How residents experience their district
Very nice, very kind people and a nice place.
Auto-translated to English by AIOur house is 2 minutes from the beach, shopping centre is around the corner, dunes in your back garden, Leiden Central within half an hour by bike. Everything is nearby. And it's clean and cosy, there's always something to do in Katwijk aan Zee.
Auto-translated to English by AII find Katwijk aan zee has a lot of traffic but it doesn't bother me, though there are too few parking spaces. On Sundays it's quiet and peaceful here. People always greet you friendly. But they do live on their own island.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €782,447 | €741,684 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,857 | – |
| Rent price | €2,055 p/m | €2,190 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €17 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
unsafe, dogs barking all day
Auto-translated to English by AIWesterhaghe is a charming and lively place with a rich history and a strong sense of community. Located in the municipality of Katwijk, close to the dunes and the coast, it combines the best of tranquillity and accessibility. The neighbourhood exudes a village atmosphere, where people know each other and life moves just a little slower. What makes my neighbourhood special is the mix of historic charm and modern amenities. The centre is cosy and compact, with local shops and pleasant eateries. The location is also ideal: cities like Leiden and The Hague are within easy reach, while at home you enjoy the peace and space of a smaller community. The Bollenstreek is just around the corner, making it extra special in spring with all those colourful fields in bloom. In short, it is a nice, safe and warm neighbourhood where tradition and progress go hand in hand.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy, friendly and relaxed
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have a lot of greenery, a good supermarket, safe neighbourhood, quiet neighbourhood, more shops in the area such as in Valkenburg and Rijnsburg.
Auto-translated to English by AIThe neighbourhood is very diverse, all kinds of people from all countries who were once brought together in Katwijk. It is number one, a very safe neighbourhood; I forgot to close my car window, it was open all night and really nothing happened. Whichever window I look out of, everywhere green, the diversity of birds is enormous. I look out over the Rhine, surrounded by greenery and especially on summer days lots of boats and picnic spots, some you have to make yourself but there are also plenty of benches. I always said I would never want to live here, my husband thought this spot was meant for us and within a month we had the certainty that we could live here. WONDERFUL,
Auto-translated to English by AIGood, quiet, lots of green, supermarket nearby
Auto-translated to English by AIOur flat is nicely laid out, a safe feeling, beautiful view over the Rhine, people always cycling by, boats mooring and all kinds of cultures and people of all colours, young and old. Shops in the neighbourhood, chats with neighbours and also helpful to each other, very nice. Our house has a wide balcony that spans two rooms, so quite a lot of outdoor space. Sometimes the rubbish container is full and it does happen that a bag is left, but that probably happens everywhere. And because many boats moor and sail away again, there is often litter along the waterfront.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy, helpful and friendly
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €649,871 | €616,196 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,305 | – |
| Rent price | €1,839 p/m | €1,825 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €22 p/m | – |
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