Centrum, Katwijk
NeighbourhoodThis 2019-built apartment on Smidstraat sits right in the centre of Rijnsburg, with the convenience of shops and cafés just around the corner. The 78 m² floor plan is efficient and well laid out, and the A energy label keeps running costs low. At €1,765 per month, the rent is in line with the market for a modern apartment of this size. For context, apartments in Katwijk tend to vary widely, but this one represents a fair deal for its quality and location.
Centrum is the compact heart of Rijnsburg, with a mix of shops, restaurants and services all within walking distance. The neighbourhood has around 1,740 residents, with a balanced age spread, a good number of families and older residents alike. The urban feel is strong, with an address density of over 2,000 per km², so there is plenty going on. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, but the figures show a typical Dutch village centre: busy, convenient and well connected.
Your morning bread run is a couple of streets away to Albert Heijn (just around the corner), with Coop and Hoogvliet also within a five-minute walk. For school runs, Koningin Emmaschool is on your doorstep, and the Koningin Wilhelminaschool is just a few minutes' walk. Secondary school pupils can reach Visser 't Hooft Lyceum Rijnsburg in about five minutes on foot. The train station is 5 km away, so you would rely on a bike or car for longer journeys. The municipality of Katwijk oversees the area, which includes the coastal strip and surrounding villages.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Home For Life and Pararius. The agent has provided full details on the property, so you have a clear picture of what is on offer.
Details of this home
Smidstraat 13, Rijnsburg
Data from Centrum
40 within 5 km
62 within 5 km
About Smidstraat 13, Rijnsburg
Yes, the rent is in line with the market for a modern 78 m² apartment with an A energy label in Rijnsburg. The property was built in 2019, so it is relatively new and energy efficient, which justifies the price. Comparable apartments in the area tend to fall in a similar range.
Centrum is the lively centre of Rijnsburg, with a high density of shops, restaurants and services. It has a mixed population of families, young adults and older residents. The address density is over 2,000 per km², so it feels urban and busy. There are no resident reviews available, but the CBS data shows a typical Dutch village centre.
Albert Heijn is just 303 metres away, about a five-minute walk. Coop and Hoogvliet are also within 400 metres, so daily shopping is very convenient. For a larger selection, Jumbo is about 1.4 km away.
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. Koningin Emmaschool is just 52 metres away, and Koningin Wilhelminaschool is 317 metres. For secondary education, Visser 't Hooft Lyceum Rijnsburg is 415 metres away. All are within a five to ten-minute walk.
The energy label is A, which is very efficient. This means the apartment has good insulation and modern heating systems, so your energy bills will be relatively low compared to older properties. It is a strong selling point for this home.
The nearest train station is 5 km away, so it is not within walking distance. You would need a bike or car to reach it. However, bus connections may be available, check local routes for specifics.
The listing does not specify the number of rooms. The floor area is 78 m², which typically accommodates two to three rooms, but you would need to confirm the exact layout with the agent.
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