Rental homes in Leimuiden, Kaag en Braassem
Check the current rental property listings in Leimuiden. Compare prices, read resident reviews, and discover if this polder neighbourhood suits you.
What does a rental property in Leimuiden cost in the private sector?
Leimuiden is a village where most homes are privately owned: 66% are owner-occupied, and only 34% of the housing stock consists of rental properties. Of those rental properties, 29% are owned by housing associations and 5% by other landlords. This makes the supply in the private sector quite tight. In the past twelve months, only 7 rental properties in Leimuiden have been let in the private sector, at an average rent of €1,855 per month. The range varied from €940 to €3,950, with an average floor area of 113 m². That is substantial, especially considering that the average disposable income in Leimuiden is €38,700, slightly below the average for the municipality of Kaag en Braassem (€39,400). The average WOZ value of homes here is €439,000, also just below the municipal average of €447,000. Want to know what is available today and at what price? Scroll to the current overview at the top of this page.
Leimuiden: from close-knit village life to villa neighbourhood?
Leimuiden has around 4,685 residents and has traditionally had the character of a quiet polder village in the Groene Hart. The largest age group is 45 to 65 years (1,305 residents), but there are also many families: households with children form the largest group at 730. This creates a mix of established residents and young families. Yet the character is shifting, if you believe the residents. On the neighbourhood page for Leimuiden, the resident rating is 4.9 out of 10, based on 1 review. One resident aptly describes the feeling: "When I moved here, it was a quiet neighbourhood. Now it is becoming a villa neighbourhood with many outsiders who do not seek connection with the area. Eccentric and conceited." That observation fits the trend that new-build homes and higher house prices are attracting a different type of resident, putting pressure on the original village feel.
In terms of amenities, Leimuiden scores notably low in reviews: both education and amenities receive a 1 out of 10. That is harsh, but not entirely unjustified. The village has a primary school and a small supermarket, but for secondary education, extensive shopping or hospitality, you have to rely on places like Roelofarendsveen or Alphen aan den Rijn. Accessibility scores a 5 out of 10: buses run, but there is no train station. By car, via the N207, you are reasonably quickly on the A4 towards Amsterdam or Leiden. Where the village does score points is on green space (7 out of 10) and safety (7 out of 10). The polder strips, the view over the Vriezekoopse polder and the proximity of the Westeinderplassen make it scenically attractive. Neighbourhoods like Vriezekoop and the Vriezekoopse polder offer that typical open polder landscape that you hardly find anymore in the Randstad.
Anyone wanting to rent a home here should know that the community is in transition. The older village residents feel distant from newcomers, while the newcomers are precisely seeking peace and space. The municipality of Kaag en Braassem is focusing on housing construction, but that is also changing the village's appearance. It is not a place where you blend in anonymously, but the close-knit village culture of the past is no longer a given either.
Renting in Leimuiden: for which tenants yes and for whom not?
With an average private sector rent of €1,855 per month, a rental home in Leimuiden is not cheap. Families seeking peace, green space and room, and who have a car, will find a pleasant living environment here. The 705 children under 15 in the village confirm that. If you are looking for a vibrant nightlife, good public transport connections or extensive shopping streets, then Leimuiden is honestly not your place. It is also difficult for students or starters without a car. Those who prefer to buy rather than rent can view the supply of homes for sale in Leimuiden. And if you want to rent an apartment in a slightly livelier environment, also take a look at Woubrugge or nearby Rijnsaterwoude.
View the current rental supply in Leimuiden
On Buurtje.nl you will find the current supply of rental properties in Leimuiden, including filters on price, floor area and energy label. You can directly compare with the supply in the rest of the municipality via the page with rental properties in Kaag en Braassem. Because the supply in Leimuiden is limited (only 7 rented properties in a whole year), it pays to keep your search area broad and also include surrounding villages.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental property in Leimuiden?
In the free sector, the average rent in Leimuiden over the past year was €1,855 per month, with an average floor area of 113 m². The range was from €940 to €3,950. This excludes social housing via housing associations.
How long is the waiting time for a social rental property in Leimuiden?
Leimuiden falls under housing associations active in the municipality of Kaag en Braassem. The waiting time for social housing in this region is typically several years, depending on your registration period and urgency. Approximately 29% of the housing stock in Leimuiden is owned by housing associations.
Is Leimuiden well accessible by public transport?
Leimuiden does not have a train station. There are bus routes towards Alphen aan den Rijn and Schiphol, but residents rate accessibility a 5 out of 10. A car is almost essential for most renters. Via the N207 you can reach the A4 in about 10 minutes.
Is it safe to rent a house in Leimuiden?
Residents rate safety in Leimuiden a 7 out of 10. The village has a quiet, rural character without major nuisance problems. However, residents note that the village feel is changing due to new construction and new residents who are less inclined to integrate into the community.
Are there schools and facilities for families looking for a rental home in Leimuiden?
Leimuiden has a primary school and limited daily amenities such as a supermarket. For secondary education, specialist shops and catering, you need to go to Roelofarendsveen or Alphen aan den Rijn. Residents rate facilities and education low (1 out of 10), which is something to consider if you want to rent a home with school-age children.
When I moved here, it was a quiet neighbourhood. Now at this moment it's becoming a villa district with many outsiders. These people seek no connection with the neighbourhood. Eccentric and conceited. In the past there were layers of the population, now everyone is equal, often even a step higher. Very unfortunate. Quietly situated at the back of houses. With water at the doorstep. Which according to some posh residents is worth a fortune. I've lived here for 19 years tonight, now I'm 68 years old. No shops, no bus service. You have to do everything by car or bike. The other villages are five kilometres away. 5 km Leimuiden, 5 km Kudelstaart, 8 km from Ter Aar. There could be something better; choose to live rurally. In the very beginning the old guard still lived here, now only people from outside.
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