A modern apartment in Leiden's Stationskwartier
This is a newly built apartment on the Vliegerstraat, in the heart of Leiden's Stationskwartier. The home was completed in 2023 and carries an A+ energy label, so it is very efficient to run. With 73 m² of floor space, it is a comfortable size for a couple or a single person. The last known rent of €2,450 was well above the neighbourhood average, which reflected the new build and the larger-than-average floor area. For context, apartments in Leiden were available in a wide range of sizes and prices. This home has not been online since 1 October 2026.
The Stationskwartier neighbourhood
Stationskwartier is a compact, lively part of Leiden, with a strong presence of young professionals and students. Around 72% of households are single-person, and the average household size is just 1.4 people. The area has a young feel, with 45% of residents aged between 25 and 45. It is a busy, urban environment, and the housing stock is almost entirely rental. The Stationskwartier neighbourhood is known for its mix of old and new buildings, with the station and city centre close by.
Life on the street
The Vliegerstraat sits in a well-served part of the city. For daily groceries, the Jumbo is just around the corner, with an Aldi and an AH to go a couple of streets away. A Dirk is a five-minute walk. For families, the Vrije School Mareland is a couple of streets away, and there are several secondary schools within a ten-minute walk, including the Bonaventura Lyceum and the Visser 't Hooft Lyceum. The train station is a ten-minute walk, making commutes straightforward. The municipality of Leiden offers a full range of amenities, from museums to parks.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed through several channels, including REMAX Makelaarsgilde.
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The 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.
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About Vliegerstraat 50, Leiden
Was the rent of €2,450 reasonable for this apartment?
The rent was 46% above the average for the Stationskwartier, where the average rental price was €1,676. However, this apartment is also 26% larger than the neighbourhood average, with 73 m² compared to 58 m². It was a new build from 2023 with an A+ energy label, which were factors that typically push the price up. Whether it is reasonable depends on what you value in a home.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A+, which is the most efficient category. The label is an official registration, and it reflects the overall energy performance of the property, including heating, insulation and ventilation.
How close is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is a Jumbo at 193 metres, which is just around the corner. There is also an AH to go and an Aldi at about 205 metres, so you have several options within a very short walk. A Dirk is at 500 metres, about a five-minute walk. Daily shopping is very convenient from this location.
What schools are nearby?
There are several schools within walking distance. The Vrije School Mareland, a primary school, is at 420 metres. For secondary education, the Beroepscollege Leystede is at 615 metres, and the Bonaventura Lyceum and Visser 't Hooft Lyceum are both at about 643 metres. There are also many other schools within a five-kilometre radius.
How far is the train station?
Leiden's train station is 1.1 kilometres away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes the apartment well-placed for commuting by train, whether you are heading to Amsterdam, The Hague or elsewhere. The station also connects to the city's bus network.
What kind of neighbourhood is Stationskwartier?
Stationskwartier is a young, urban neighbourhood. Around 72% of households are single-person, and the average household size is 1.4. The largest age group is 25 to 45, making up 45% of residents. It is a lively area with a high proportion of rental housing, and it is close to the station and the city centre.
