Rental homes in Damsigt, Leidschendam-Voorburg

Rental prices and market figures for Damsigt, Leidschendam-Voorburg

Damsigt is a pronounced owner-occupied neighbourhood: as much as 93% of the 388 homes are owner-occupied, only 7% are rental. Of that small rental segment, around 2% is housing association property (social housing) and 5% is in the hands of other landlords, such as private investors. This makes the supply of rental homes in Damsigt limited, and when something becomes available, it is almost always in the free sector. In the past twelve months, 22 homes in the free sector have been rented out at an average rental price of €1,614 per month. The range ran from €1,184 to €2,265 per month, with an average floor area of 83 m². That works out to around €19.45 per square metre. The WOZ value in Damsigt, at €567,000, is well above the district average of €489,000 and the municipal average of €380,000 in Leidschendam-Voorburg. The rental prices reflect that: renting in Damsigt is more expensive than in most surrounding neighbourhoods. Always check the current daily prices and available rental homes at the top of this page, as the supply changes quickly.

Living in Damsigt, Leidschendam-Voorburg

Damsigt is a green, spacious residential neighbourhood on the western side of Voorburg, nestled between the Vliet and the Damsigterpark. The neighbourhood was built from the late 1970s and early 1980s and mainly consists of spacious single-family homes, semi-detached houses and a smaller number of linked houses. Here and there are apartment complexes, but the streetscape is dominated by brick terraced houses with front and back gardens. It is quiet, orderly and green. With 1,060 residents, it is a compact neighbourhood where you know your neighbours. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years (335 residents), but with 240 children under 15 and 210 households with children, Damsigt is also emphatically a family neighbourhood. The education level is high: 59% of residents are highly educated, and the average income of €56,900 is well above the municipal average.

Facilities in and around Damsigt

Within the neighbourhood itself, facilities are limited. For daily groceries, you walk or cycle to the De Julianabaan shopping centre in Voorburg, about a ten-minute bike ride away, where you will find an Albert Heijn and specialist shops, among others. Closer to home, towards Sijtwende, there is a smaller supermarket. For primary education, there is the Koningin Julianaschool on the edge of the neighbourhood, and several other schools are located nearby. You can play sports at hockey club Klein Zwitserland or tennis club Damsigt, both within walking distance. The Damsigterpark is the green lung of the neighbourhood: popular with runners, dog walkers and families. Medical facilities, GPs and a pharmacy can be found in the nearby Raadhuiskwartier.

Accessibility of Damsigt

By car, via the N14 (Prinses Beatrixlaan) you are quickly on the A4 towards The Hague or Amsterdam, and the A12 towards Utrecht is also reachable within a quarter of an hour. Public transport is reasonable: tram line 6 stops at Laan van NOI, within cycling distance, and takes you to The Hague Central Station in twenty minutes. Voorburg Station is about two kilometres away and offers intercity connections towards Leiden, Rotterdam and The Hague. Bus routes run along the Prinses Mariannelaan. Cycling to the centre of Voorburg takes five to ten minutes. Parking in Damsigt is largely free on private property or on the street, although it can be busy in some places in the evenings.

Residents particularly appreciate Damsigt for its tranquillity and green character. On the Damsigt neighbourhood page, a resident writes: "Nice, quiet neighbourhood with lots of greenery and good neighbours. Ideal for families, but few shops in the immediate vicinity." The downside that comes up more often: for a night out or extensive shopping, you have to leave the neighbourhood. Compared to the Verzetsheldenwijk, Damsigt is greener and quieter, but also more expensive. The Kleurenbuurt offers slightly more affordable options for renters watching their budget.

Is Damsigt right for you as a renter?

Finding a rental home in Damsigt requires patience. With only 7% rental homes and a high WOZ value, supply is scarce and competition is fierce. Families with two incomes and a preference for peace and space are best suited here. If you want to rent an apartment in Damsigt, expect at least €1,200 per month in the free sector. For social housing, the chance here is minimal (2% housing association property), so register with housing association Vidomes if you want to get on the waiting list. Always prepare your documents (employer's statement, payslips, identity card) in advance, because renting a home in Damsigt requires quick action. Also consider the supply of owner-occupied homes in Damsigt, because with 93% owner-occupied homes, the chance of a suitable owner-occupied home is considerably greater.

What residents say about Damsigt

Residents rate Damsigt positively, especially in terms of safety, green spaces and the child-friendly atmosphere. Criticism focuses on the limited shopping facilities and the sometimes poor public transport connections in the evenings. One resident sums it up: "You live here nicely away from it all, but for groceries you still take the car." Check all reviews and experiences on the Damsigt review page to get a complete picture before deciding to rent here.

Compare rental homes in Damsigt with surrounding neighbourhoods

Unsure between Damsigt and another neighbourhood? In the district Damsigt and surroundings you will find similar supply, but at average lower WOZ values. If you are looking for more urban bustle and a larger rental supply, look at Prinsenhof or the broader overview of rental homes in Leidschendam-Voorburg. On Buurtje.nl you can compare neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and current rental prices based on more than 1,500 sources, so you can find a rental home that really suits you. More information about living in the municipality can also be found on the website of the municipality of Leidschendam-Voorburg.