Rental homes in De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg, Leidschendam-Voorburg
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Rental prices and market figures for De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg, Leidschendam-Voorburg
De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg is a neighbourhood where renting and buying are fairly evenly split: 46% of homes are rented, 53% are owner-occupied. Of the rental properties, 30% are owned by a housing association (social housing), while the remaining 16% fall under private and other landlords. This means the free market has a limited share here, making available rental properties scarce.
The average WOZ value in this neighbourhood is €474,000. This is clearly above the district average of 't Lien / De Rietvink (€409,000) and also above the municipal average of Leidschendam-Voorburg (€380,000). The neighbourhood thus has one of the higher property values within the municipality.
In the free market (excluding social housing), 14 homes were rented out in the past twelve months, with an average rent of €2,498 per month. The range runs from €1,015 to €5,500 per month. The average floor area was 146 m², which works out to about €17 per m² per month. These are relatively spacious homes for the region. View the current supply and daily prices at the top of this page.
Living in De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg, Leidschendam-Voorburg
De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg is a neighbourhood on the western edge of Leidschendam, bordering the Veursestraatweg that runs towards Voorburg. The neighbourhood consists of a mix of post-war residential buildings and more recent new-build homes, with detached houses, semi-detached houses and a few apartment complexes along the main roads. The combination of older buildings and newer additions gives the neighbourhood a somewhat varied appearance, something that is also reflected in resident reviews.
The population is relatively ageing: the largest age group consists of those aged 65 and over (775 out of 2,530 residents), followed by the 45 to 65 age group (700 people). Single-person households are the most common (450), but 45% of residents are married. This paints a picture of a neighbourhood that is attractive to seniors and families in a later stage of life, less so for young starters or students.
Facilities in De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg
The neighbourhood is within cycling distance of the shopping centres in Leidschendam centre and Voorburg. For daily groceries, supermarkets are accessible along the Veursestraatweg and in the immediate vicinity, including an Albert Heijn and a Jumbo in the nearby shopping area. Primary schools are present in the wider district; for secondary education, pupils rely on schools in Leidschendam or Voorburg. In terms of sports, there is green space in the area, although one resident complains that a lot of greenery has disappeared in recent years. The average energy consumption (2,750 kWh electricity, 970 m³ gas) indicates homes that are still predominantly gas-heated, which is relevant for tenants who pay attention to energy costs.
Accessibility
The Veursestraatweg is the backbone of the neighbourhood and connects directly to Voorburg and the A4 towards The Hague. Via the N14, Leidschendam is quickly accessible from the region. By car, The Hague city centre can be reached in about 15 minutes, Leiden in about 20 minutes. By public transport, there are bus connections towards Voorburg station (intercity to The Hague and Leiden) and Leidschendam-Voorburg station. The accessibility by public transport scores notably low in the resident review (2 out of 10), indicating that residents experience the neighbourhood as less well-connected for those without a car. By bike, the centre of Voorburg can be reached in a quarter of an hour.
Atmosphere and liveability
The resident score on the neighbourhood page of De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg is 3.1 out of 10, based on 1 review. This is a low score that deserves honest attention. Beauty scores notably high (8 out of 10), but accessibility (2), green space (2), facilities (1) and housing (2) score low. Resident Adhdtje writes: "Became an incoherent neighbourhood. No more social control after all the new-build. A lot of greenery removed." The same resident also mentions the regular loitering of people from a nearby psychiatric institution as a point of concern. These are signals that potential tenants should take seriously, even if it is just one voice.
For comparison: neighbouring areas such as 't Lien noord and 't Lien zuid fall within the same district and may offer a different character. Anyone considering renting a home in De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg would do well to also compare those neighbourhoods. Would you rather buy? View the supply of homes for sale in De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg as an alternative.
Is renting in De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg right for you?
Based on the demographic data and rental market figures, this neighbourhood is most suitable for seniors and older families looking for a spacious home and willing to pay a higher rent. The average free market rent of €2,498 per month is considerable, and the limited supply of 14 rented homes in a year means that available rental properties go quickly. Respond quickly if you see something that fits, and make sure you have income proof and references at hand. For social housing, you can register via WoningNet, but be prepared for long waiting lists in the Haaglanden region. Starters and students will likely find the rents here too high; for them, other neighbourhoods within Leidschendam-Voorburg may be more accessible.
What residents say about De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg
The neighbourhood receives an overall score of 3.1 out of 10, based on 1 rating on Buurtje.nl. The highest sub-score is beauty (8 out of 10), suggesting the neighbourhood looks well-maintained. But on safety (4), community (3), accessibility (2), green space (2), facilities (1) and housing (2), the neighbourhood scores low. Resident Adhdtje describes the neighbourhood as an "incoherent neighbourhood" that has lost its cohesion due to new-build and the disappearance of greenery. View all ratings and neighbourhood data on the reviews and neighbourhood info of De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg. More reviews help to form a more complete picture.
Comparing rental homes in and around De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg
Anyone looking for a rental home in this corner of Leidschendam would be wise to compare several neighbourhoods. Within the district rental homes in 't Lien / De Rietvink you will find a wider supply, with a district average WOZ value of €409,000, slightly lower than in De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg itself. Also De Zijde / Duivenvoorde / Park Veursehout and Prinsenhof are worth a look if you want to rent a home in Leidschendam-Voorburg with a different character. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply from more than 1,500 sources with resident reviews and neighbourhood data, so you not only find a home but also understand whether the neighbourhood suits you. More information about the municipality can also be found on the website of the municipality of Leidschendam-Voorburg.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg, Leidschendam-Voorburg?
In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent in De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg over the past twelve months was €2,498 per month. The range was from €1,015 to €5,500 per month, with an average area of 146 m², which equates to approximately €17 per m² per month. Social housing through a housing association is cheaper, but income requirements and waiting lists apply.
Are there social housing properties in De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg?
Yes, approximately 30% of the housing stock in De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg is owned by a housing association. For social housing in the Haaglanden region, you can register via WoningNet. Be prepared for significant waiting lists; active registration time determines your chances. The remaining 16% of rental properties are from private and other landlords and fall under the free sector.
What is it like to live in De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg?
The neighbourhood has a mixed character with post-war buildings and newer additions along the Veursestraatweg. Residents give the neighbourhood a score of 3.1 out of 10. Cleanliness scores the highest (8 out of 10), but accessibility, green spaces, and amenities score low. One resident describes the neighbourhood as 'become a disjointed neighbourhood', partly due to new construction and the disappearance of green spaces and social control.
Is De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg suitable for seniors?
The neighbourhood has the most residents in the 65-plus age group (775 people), followed by 45 to 65 years. This makes De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg demographically a neighbourhood that suits seniors well. The housing stock partly consists of larger homes (average 146 m² in the free sector). Accessibility by car is reasonable, but for those dependent on public transport, the neighbourhood scores less well.
How is the accessibility of De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg?
By car, the neighbourhood is well accessible via the Veursestraatweg and the N14, with Den Haag Centrum about 15 minutes away and Leiden about 20 minutes away. By public transport, there are bus connections to station Voorburg and station Leidschendam-Voorburg. However, residents rate the public transport accessibility low (2 out of 10), indicating that the neighbourhood is less practical for car-free tenants. By bike, the centre of Voorburg can be reached in about fifteen minutes.
What amenities are there in De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg?
For daily groceries, supermarkets are accessible along and near the Veursestraatweg, including chains such as Albert Heijn and Jumbo in the surrounding area. Primary education is available in the wider district; for secondary education, students rely on schools in Leidschendam or Voorburg. Residents give amenities a score of only 1 out of 10, indicating that they perceive the immediate neighbourhood amenities as limited.
Is De Rietvink / Veursestraatweg a safe neighbourhood?
Safety scores 4 out of 10 in the resident review, which can be considered moderate. One resident mentions the regular loitering of people from a nearby psychiatric institution and a lack of social control as points of concern, partly due to the arrival of new construction that would have reduced neighbourhood cohesion. This is one review, so more reviews would provide a more complete picture.
Often loitering figures from the psychiatric institution. No more social control after all the new construction. A lot of greenery removed. Neighbourhood has become an incoherent whole.
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