Rijndijkbuurt, Leiden
NeighbourhoodThis 1939 apartment on the Utrechtse Jaagpad in Leiden combines pre-war character with a modern A++ energy label, a rare find. At 72 m² it's compact but cleverly laid out, and the asking price of €525,000 is in line with the neighbourhood median of €530,000. For context, the average price per m² in the Rijndijkbuurt is €5,665, so this home offers good value given its energy performance. If you're looking at apartments in Leiden, this one stands out for its efficiency.
The Rijndijkbuurt is a lively, central part of Leiden with a very high density (4,042 addresses per km²). It's a mix of ages and household types, lots of singles and young professionals, but also families with children. One resident describes it as a "Lovely neighbourhood", "Nice, friendly neighbourhood where people see each other and help where they can. The authentic appearance of the houses and convenient location relative to the centre of Leiden." Another review is more critical: "Community gets a 2 because in my opinion nobody is really connected. No community centre, but also, nobody WANTS to connect with the neighbours either." So it's a neighbourhood with character, but not for everyone. The neighbourhood Rijndijkbuurt has its pros and cons.
For your morning bread run, Dekamarkt is just around the corner, and SPAR and Albert Heijn are a five-minute walk away. Schools are plentiful: Bonaventura College Burggravenlaan is a couple of streets away, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium is a five-minute walk. For younger children, Basisschool St. Joseph is within walking distance. A park or public garden is just around the corner, and the municipality Leiden offers a rich cultural scene with restaurants and a library a short stroll away.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including De Wekker Makelaardij Leiden B.V., Funda, Pararius and Vastgoed Nederland.
Details of this home
Utrechtse Jaagpad 10K, Leiden
Good · 2 residents
Nice, friendly neighbourhood where people see each other and help where they can. The authentic appearance of the houses and convenient location relative to the centre of Leiden
Auto-translated to English by AIHello, there are nice parks to walk in, but unfortunately they are broken up by roads. Community gets a 2 because in my opinion nobody is really connected. No community centre, but also, nobody WANTS to connect with the neighbours either. Houses are poorly renovated. Lots of schools. Good amenities.
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About Utrechtse Jaagpad 10K, Leiden
The asking price of €525,000 is very close to the neighbourhood median of €530,000, and the average price per m² in the Rijndijkbuurt is €5,665. Given that this apartment has an A++ energy label, while 50% of homes in the area have labels D or lower, the price is competitive for an energy-efficient home.
This apartment has an A++ energy label, which is exceptional for a 1939 building. In the Rijndijkbuurt, none of the current for-sale homes have A+ or better, and half are rated D or lower. So you can expect very low energy bills and a warm, well-insulated home.
The Rijndijkbuurt is a dense, central Leiden neighbourhood with a mix of young professionals, families and older residents. Reviews are mixed: some praise the friendly atmosphere and convenient location, while others note a lack of community spirit. There are plenty of schools, shops and parks nearby.
Leiden Centraal station is 1.6 km away, about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. That makes commuting to Amsterdam, The Hague or other cities straightforward.
Yes, there are several schools within walking distance. Bonaventura College Burggravenlaan is just 126 m away, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium is 315 m away. For primary education, Basisschool St. Joseph is 645 m from the apartment.
Dekamarkt is 533 m away, SPAR is 707 m, and Albert Heijn is 810 m, all within a ten-minute walk. For organic groceries, Ekoplaza is about 1 km away.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony or terrace. However, a park or public garden is just 0.2 km away, so green space is very close by.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Rijndijkbuurt
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