Rental homes in Lage Mors, Leiden
View the current rental property listings in Lage Mors, Leiden. Compare rental prices, read resident reviews, and find a rental property that suits you.
Rental prices and market figures for Lage Mors, Leiden
Lage Mors is a neighbourhood where renting is the norm: 62% of the more than 2,365 homes are rental properties. Approximately 35% of the total housing stock is owned by housing associations (social housing), while 28% is rented out by other landlords in the private sector. The average WOZ value is €351,000, comparable to the district average of Morsdistrict (€353,000) but significantly lower than the Leiden average of €390,000. This makes Lage Mors relatively affordable by Leiden standards.
In the private sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), the average rent over the past twelve months was €1,487 per month, with a range of €1,200 to €1,950. With an average floor area of 70 m², this works out to around €21 per m². That is comparable to what you pay for a rental property elsewhere in Morsdistrict, but cheaper than in Leiden city centre. Check the top of this page for current daily prices and available listings.
Living in Lage Mors, Leiden
Lage Mors is nestled between Churchilllaan, Hoge Rijndijk and the Rijn-Schiekanaal, on the western side of Leiden. It is a neighbourhood with a mixed character: you will find post-war porch flats from the 1950s and 1960s around Käthe Kollwitzstraat and Sumatrastraat, interspersed with terraced houses and newer apartments towards Churchilllaan. The atmosphere is down-to-earth and unpretentious. It is not a trendy neighbourhood, but it is a place where you can live relatively affordably within cycling distance of the city centre.
The largest age group is 25 to 45 years (1,315 residents), but there are also many elderly people (980 residents aged 65+) and families with children (620 residents under 15). Half of the households are single-person, which is reflected in the type of housing: many compact apartments. The average income is €38,200, just below the Leiden average.
Facilities in Lage Mors
For daily groceries, you can go to Lidl and Albert Heijn on Churchilllaan, both within walking distance. Along Hoge Rijndijk you will find a mix of small shops, a pharmacy and eateries. For a larger range of shops, you can cycle to the city centre or to De Kopermolen shopping centre in Hoge Mors in five minutes. Basisschool De Tweemaster is located in the neighbourhood, and there are several secondary schools in the immediate vicinity, including Visser 't Hooft Lyceum on Kagerstraat. Sportpark De Mors offers space for football and tennis, and swimming pool De Zijl is within cycling distance. Park Matilo and the green banks of the Rijn-Schiekanaal are pleasant places for walking or jogging.
Accessibility of Lage Mors
Accessibility by car is good: via Churchilllaan you can quickly reach the A44 towards The Hague or Amsterdam. Leiden Central Station is about two kilometres away, a cycle ride of around eight minutes. Bus routes stop along Hoge Rijndijk and Churchilllaan, but the public transport network within the neighbourhood itself is limited. Residents therefore give accessibility a score of 4 out of 10, the lowest rating in the reviews. Parking is subject to permits in parts of Lage Mors. Check the current parking regulations on the website of the municipality of Leiden. By bike, you can reach anywhere in Leiden within a quarter of an hour, which is the main mode of transport for most residents.
Residents rate Lage Mors a 6.0 out of 10. Notable are the high scores for safety (8.0) and green spaces (7.0), while appearance (4.0) and accessibility (4.0) are perceived as weak points. One resident describes it as: "The neighbourhood is safe and green, but there is still much to improve in terms of appearance and public transport." Read more experiences on the neighbourhood page for Lage Mors with all reviews and neighbourhood data.
Compared to the nearby Transvaalbuurt, Lage Mors is slightly greener and quieter, while Transvaalbuurt is closer to the city centre. Hoge Mors has a similar character but more post-war high-rise buildings.
Who is a rental property in Lage Mors suitable for?
With many single-person households and a large share of rental properties, Lage Mors is particularly popular among starters and singles looking for an affordable rental home in Leiden. Families with children will find plenty of space and schools here, and the 65+ age group is well represented thanks to the ground-floor apartments. If you want to rent a property in Lage Mors in the private sector, prepare your documents (employer's statement, payslips) in advance, as available rental properties go quickly. For social housing, register with housing association De Sleutels or via WoningNet. Waiting times in Leiden can run up to several years. Considering buying instead? Also check the listings for homes for sale in Lage Mors.
What residents say about Lage Mors
Based on 1 review, Lage Mors scores a 6.0 out of 10. The highest sub-scores are for safety (8.0), green spaces (7.0), housing (7.0) and facilities (7.0). The lowest scores are for accessibility and appearance (both 4.0). One resident writes: "Safe and green, but the neighbourhood could do with some sprucing up and public transport could be better." Want to read all reviews? Check the reviews and neighbourhood data for Lage Mors.
Compare rental properties in and around Lage Mors
Still unsure if Lage Mors is the right neighbourhood to rent an apartment? Compare it with the surrounding neighbourhoods. Hoge Mors has a similar price level but more high-rise buildings. Transvaalbuurt is more urban and closer to the city centre. If you are looking for more hustle and bustle, Binnenstad-Zuid or the Stationsdistrict are options, although rents there are higher. For a complete overview of everything available to rent in the city, check the rental listings in all of Leiden. Buurtje.nl combines current property listings with resident reviews and data from more than 1,500 sources, so you not only find a home but also the neighbourhood that truly suits you.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Lage Mors, Leiden?
The average rent in the free sector in Lage Mors is €1,487 per month, with a range of €1,200 to €1,950. With an average floor area of 70 m², this works out to around €21 per m². Social housing through housing associations is considerably cheaper, but has long waiting lists.
Are there social housing properties in Lage Mors?
Yes, about 35% of homes in Lage Mors are owned by housing associations. Housing association De Sleutels is one of the major landlords in this part of Leiden. You can register via WoningNet, but expect waiting times of several years. The total rental share in the neighbourhood is 62%.
What is it like to live in Lage Mors?
Lage Mors is a quiet, mixed residential neighbourhood on the west side of Leiden with post-war flats and terraced houses. Residents give the neighbourhood a 6.0 out of 10 and particularly appreciate the safety (8.0) and the greenery (7.0). Downsides are the accessibility by public transport and the appearance of some parts of the neighbourhood.
Is Lage Mors suitable for starters and singles?
Lage Mors is well suited for starters. More than half of households are single-person and rents are below the Leiden average. There are many compact apartments available. With 47% highly educated residents and a large group of 25- to 45-year-olds, the neighbourhood suits young working people well.
How is the accessibility of Lage Mors?
By bike you can reach Leiden Central in eight minutes and the city centre in five minutes. By car you are quickly on the A44. Public transport within the neighbourhood itself is limited, with bus stops along Churchilllaan and Hoge Rijndijk. Residents rate accessibility at 4.0 out of 10.
What facilities are there in Lage Mors?
In and around Lage Mors you will find a Lidl and Albert Heijn on Churchilllaan, De Tweemaster primary school, De Mors sports park and various small shops along Hoge Rijndijk. Park Matilo and the Rijn-Schiekanaal provide greenery and recreation. Facilities score a 7.0 among residents.
Is Lage Mors a safe neighbourhood to rent in?
Yes, safety is the highest-rated aspect of Lage Mors with a score of 8.0 out of 10. Residents experience the neighbourhood as quiet and safe. Anyone wanting to rent a home in Lage Mors need not worry much on that front, although it remains sensible to view the street and immediate surroundings yourself.
It used to be a very pleasant neighbourhood. Nowadays, nobody considers others anymore. The maintenance by the municipality and of private gardens is also very poor.
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