Rental homes in Hoge Mors, Leiden
Are you looking for a rental property in Hoge Mors? Check the current listings on this page and discover what the neighbourhood has to offer.
Rental prices and market figures for Hoge Mors, Leiden
Hoge Mors is a pronounced rental neighbourhood: 63% of the more than 2,400 homes are rented, compared to 37% owner-occupied homes. A large proportion of these are owned by housing associations (46%), meaning that almost half of all homes fall within the social rental sector. The remaining 17% are rented out by private or commercial landlords.
In the free sector (excluding social housing), 28 homes were rented out in Hoge Mors over the past twelve months. The average rent was €1,421 per month, with an average living area of 72 m². That works out at about €19.70 per m². The range runs from €875 to €2,300 per month, depending on size, condition and type of home. For current rental prices of homes now available, you can consult the overview at the top of this page.
The average WOZ value in Hoge Mors is €350,000, slightly below the district average of the Morsdistrict (€353,000) and clearly below the Leiden average of €390,000. This reflects the relatively high proportion of housing association homes and the somewhat more modest types of homes in the neighbourhood. Those considering buying instead of renting can also look at the supply of homes for sale in Hoge Mors.
Living in Hoge Mors, Leiden
Hoge Mors is a quiet, green residential neighbourhood on the west side of Leiden, nestled between the Morssing and the railway line towards The Hague. The neighbourhood largely consists of post-war construction: porch flats and gallery flats from the 1950s and 1960s, supplemented by a number of terraced houses and detached houses along the edges. It is not a neighbourhood that stands out for its architectural appeal, but residents appreciate the peace, space and greenery.
The Morssebos and the surrounding parks are a clear plus point. Residents mention the park as one of the reasons they enjoy living in Hoge Mors. As one resident described it: "Good experiences, nice people, plenty of space, a nice dog walking area and a beautiful park with play space for children." Another resident is also positive about the greenery, but adds a caveat: the park is not lit in the evening and sometimes homeless people stay in the bushes. That is honest information for those who like to take a walk in the evening.
Facilities in Hoge Mors
The neighbourhood has a limited range of shops, something residents mention as a drawback. There are no large supermarkets directly in the neighbourhood; for daily shopping you rely on the Morsseplein or the shops along the Morsweg, or you cycle to the centre of Leiden. For a more extensive range of shops, the shopping centre at the Leidse Schouwburg or the Haarlemmerstraat is within cycling distance. There are primary schools in and around the neighbourhood, and the play areas in the park provide outdoor play space for children. Sports facilities can be found at Sportpark Mors, which is within walking distance. Care centres and GP practices are present in the wider Morsdistrict.
Accessibility of Hoge Mors
Leiden Centraal is about a fifteen-minute cycle from Hoge Mors, offering direct train connections to Amsterdam, The Hague and Schiphol. Express buses also run from the station to surrounding municipalities. By bus, there are routes via the Morsweg connecting the centre and other districts. By car, the neighbourhood connects to the N11 towards Alphen aan den Rijn and via the A4 to the connection to The Hague and Amsterdam. Parking in Hoge Mors is largely regulated by permit parking; free parking is limited. Cyclists are well catered for: the neighbourhood has good cycle connections to the centre and to the Leiden Bio Science Park, making the neighbourhood attractive for employees and students of that campus.
Compared to neighbourhoods like Lage Mors, Hoge Mors is slightly quieter in character and slightly less urban. The Transvaalbuurt, also part of the Morsdistrict, has a similar housing stock but a slightly different population composition. Those looking for more urban vibrancy can also look at Binnenstad-Noord or the Stationsdistrict, although rents there are generally higher.
Does renting in Hoge Mors suit you?
Hoge Mors attracts a mixed group of residents. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years (over 1,600 people), but over-65s are also well represented (over 1,000). The high proportion of single-person households (1,570 out of approximately 2,400 homes) shows that the neighbourhood is popular with singles and starters. Families are also present, partly thanks to the park and play space. Expats and international employees of the Bio Science Park find relatively affordable rental homes within cycling distance of their work.
Those looking for a flat to rent in Hoge Mors in the free sector should expect an average rent of €1,421 per month. Supply is limited: 28 rented homes in a year indicates that there are not constantly many available rental homes. Quick response pays off. Make sure your documents are in order (payslips, employer's statement or annual statement). For social housing, registration with a housing association is necessary; expect longer waiting times given the high proportion of housing association homes in the neighbourhood.
What residents say about Hoge Mors
On the neighbourhood page of Hoge Mors, residents give the neighbourhood an average score of 7.8 out of 10. The highest scores go to safety (8.0), community (8.0), greenery (8.0), housing (8.0), beauty (8.0) and education (8.0). Facilities score slightly lower at 7.0, which corresponds to residents' criticism of the limited range of shops. Accessibility gets a 7.5. One resident describes it as: "Cosy flat with many elderly residents, a nice dog walking area and a beautiful park, but too few shops and the park is not lit." That honest mix of plus points and areas for improvement gives a realistic picture of living in Hoge Mors.
Comparing rental homes in and around Hoge Mors
Anyone looking for a rental home in this corner of Leiden has several options. Within the Morsdistrict are also the Transvaalbuurt and Lage Mors, each with its own character. Further away in Leiden, neighbourhoods such as Leiden-Noord and Binnenstad-Zuid are popular alternatives, each with different rents and facilities. For a broader overview of rental homes in Leiden, Buurtje.nl bundles supply from more than 1,500 sources, supplemented with neighbourhood scores, demographic data and resident reviews. This allows you to compare neighbourhoods side by side and assess which best suits your situation before responding to a home. More background on the neighbourhood can be found on the municipality page of Leiden and via the official website of the municipality of Leiden.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Hoge Mors, Leiden?
In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent in Hoge Mors over the past year was €1,421 per month, with an average living area of 72 m². That works out to about €19.70 per m². The range runs from €875 to €2,300 per month. Social housing is significantly cheaper, but there is a waiting list via a housing association.
Are there social housing properties in Hoge Mors?
Yes, Hoge Mors has a relatively large share of social housing: 46% of all homes are owned by housing associations. To qualify for a social housing property, you must be registered with an association active in Leiden, such as Portaal or Ons Doel. Be prepared for waiting lists; the demand for social housing in Leiden is high.
What is it like to live in Hoge Mors?
Hoge Mors is a quiet, green neighbourhood with post-war flats and terraced houses on the west side of Leiden. Residents give the neighbourhood a 7.8 out of 10 and particularly appreciate the park, the play space for children and the atmosphere in the flats. One point of attention is the limited range of shops and the fact that the park is not lit in the evening.
Is Hoge Mors suitable for families with children?
Hoge Mors has features that appeal to families: a park with play space, primary schools in the area and a relatively quiet living environment. However, the neighbourhood is also popular with singles and starters, given the high proportion of single-person households. For families, the limited range of shops is a practical drawback to consider.
How accessible is Hoge Mors?
Leiden Central is about a fifteen-minute bike ride away, with direct trains to The Hague, Amsterdam and Schiphol. By bus, there are connections via the Morsweg to the centre and other districts. By car, the neighbourhood connects to the N11 and via the A4 to the motorway. Parking is via a permit system.
What facilities are there in Hoge Mors?
Hoge Mors has a limited range of shops; for daily groceries you rely on the Morsseplein, the Morsweg or Leiden city centre within cycling distance. There are primary schools in and around the neighbourhood and Sportpark Mors is within walking distance. The Morssebos and the neighbourhood park offer space for recreation and walking dogs. Residents rate facilities a 7.0, the lowest sub-score of the neighbourhood.
Is Hoge Mors a safe neighbourhood?
Residents rate safety in Hoge Mors an 8.0 out of 10, the highest sub-score of the neighbourhood. This indicates a positive feeling of safety during the day. One caveat residents mention is that the neighbourhood park is not lit in the evening and that there are sometimes homeless people staying in the bushes, which some residents find unpleasant.
Cosy flat with many elderly residents. A nice dog walking area that I look out onto. Also a beautiful park. However, too few shops, so little choice unfortunately. Only the park is not lit and there are regularly homeless people who also sleep in the bushes! The park is well maintained though. In short, I am very satisfied with the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIGood experiences, nice people, plenty of space, a beautiful dog walking area and a nice park with play space for children!
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