A social rental flat on the Turkooislaan
This is a social housing apartment on the Turkooislaan in Leiden, let at €984 per month. The flat is part of the Hoge Mors neighbourhood, a quiet corner of the city with a mix of ages. With 81 m² of living space, it is a generous size for a rental home. The rent sits above the average for the area, where the typical asking price is €930. For context, apartments in Leiden vary widely in price, but this one is on the high side for the neighbourhood.
Hoge Mors, a green pocket of Leiden
Hoge Mors is a neighbourhood with a strong sense of community, according to the two residents who reviewed it. One resident describes it as a "cosy flat with many elderly residents" and mentions a "beautiful park" and a "nice dog walking area" right outside. Another says: "Good experiences, nice people, plenty of space, a beautiful dog walking area and a nice park with play space for children!" The park is well maintained, though one resident notes it is not lit and that homeless people sometimes sleep in the bushes. The neighbourhood scores 7.81 out of 10, and the reviews reflect a genuine fondness for the green spaces. The Hoge Mors neighbourhood is home to around 5,375 people, with a mix of families and older residents.
Daily life around the Turkooislaan
For daily shopping, the Jumbo is just around the corner, about a two-minute walk away. The Albert Heijn and Dirk are a ten-minute walk, giving you a couple of options for groceries. For schools, Auris De Weerklank is a couple of streets away, and Basisschool Pacelli and De Morskring are both within a five-minute walk. The area is well served for families, with a child daycare centre just around the corner. The municipality of Leiden offers a range of amenities, and the train station is about two kilometres away.
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About Turkooislaan 88, Leiden
Is €984 a fair rent for this flat?
The rent is €984 per month, which is above the average asking rent of €930 in Hoge Mors. The flat is larger than the neighbourhood average, with 81 m² compared to the typical 53 m², which helps explain the higher price. Whether it is fair depends on what you value, but the size is a clear plus.
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 means the home is officially registered as very energy-efficient, so you can expect relatively low energy costs compared to homes with lower labels. The label is an official registration and does not say anything about the condition of the building itself.
How big is this apartment?
The apartment has a floor area of 81 m². That is 53% larger than the average rental home in Hoge Mors, which comes in at 53 m². It is a generous size for a rental property in this neighbourhood.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Hoge Mors scores 7.81 out of 10 from two resident reviews. One resident mentions a "cosy flat with many elderly residents" and a "beautiful park", while another highlights "good experiences, nice people, plenty of space" and a "nice dog walking area". The park is well maintained, though one review notes it is not lit at night.
How close are the shops and schools?
The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, about 272 metres away. The Albert Heijn and Dirk are about 954 metres away, a ten-minute walk. For schools, Auris De Weerklank is 343 metres away, Basisschool Pacelli 457 metres, and De Morskring 473 metres. A child daycare centre is 500 metres away.
Is this social housing?
Yes, this is a social housing rental, which means it is let through a housing corporation. The rent is €984 per month, which is within the social housing range. Availability may be subject to specific allocation rules, but the listing does not state these.
