Rental homes in Oldegalileën, Leeuwarden
View the current rental property listings in Oldegalileën, Leeuwarden. Compare prices, check neighbourhood scores and find a rental property that suits you.
Rental prices and market figures for Oldegalileën, Leeuwarden
Oldegalileën is a true rental neighbourhood: no less than 77% of the approximately 1,240 homes are rental properties. Of these, 41% are owned by housing corporations (social housing) and 36% by other landlords, such as private investors and free-sector landlords. This means you can find both affordable social housing and free-sector homes here.
In the free sector, the average rent over the past twelve months was €969 per month, with a range of €675 to €1,400 (excluding social housing). With an average floor area of 67 m², this works out to about €14.50 per m². Twenty-nine homes were rented out in that period. The WOZ value in Oldegalileën, at €140,000, is well below the average for the Oud-Oost district (€175,000) and far below the municipal average for Leeuwarden (€234,000). This makes rental prices here generally lower than, for example, in the Binnenstad or Sonnenborgh en omgeving. At the top of this page, you can see the current supply and daily prices for available rental homes in Oldegalileën.
Living in Oldegalileën, Leeuwarden
Oldegalileën is an old working-class neighbourhood east of Leeuwarden city centre. The homes largely date from the early twentieth century: think small terraced houses, porch flats, and some post-war construction here and there. The streetscape is compact, the gardens are small, and the streets are narrow. It is not a neighbourhood with wide avenues or lots of greenery, but it does have its own character. The average income, at €22,100, is below the Leeuwarden average of €32,600, and the labour participation rate is 56%. It is a diverse neighbourhood with many single-person households (925 out of approximately 1,000 households) and a young population: the largest age group is 25 to 45 years old.
Facilities in the neighbourhood
What Oldegalileën lacks in greenery, it makes up for with facilities. Residents rate this aspect at 8.5 out of 10. There are several supermarkets within walking or cycling distance, including an Aldi and a Lidl towards Cambuurplein. In terms of education, the neighbourhood scores remarkably high: a 9.0. There are primary and secondary schools within walking distance, including towards the Cambuur neighbourhood. Resident Sarah specifically mentions: "Everything is within walking or cycling distance, and there are plenty of supermarkets, gyms, and schools nearby. There's also a nice bakery at the end of the street." Sports clubs and the Cambuur Stadium are a stone's throw away, and towards Zamenhofpark you'll find a bit more greenery for walking.
Accessibility of Oldegalileën
You can reach Leeuwarden city centre in five to ten minutes by bike. Leeuwarden Station is about two kilometres away, easily reachable by bike or city bus. Several bus routes stop along Oostergoweg and Groningerstraatweg. By car, you can quickly get onto the motorway towards Groningen or Heerenveen via the N31 and A32. Parking is free on most streets, although it can sometimes be a challenge to find a spot on the narrower streets. Accessibility is rated by residents at 6.0, which seems mainly due to the limited direct public transport connections from the neighbourhood itself.
Atmosphere and safety: an honest story
Let's be honest: Oldegalileën is not a neighbourhood you choose for peace and quiet or a sense of safety. Resident westhasfallen describes it as a "strange little neighbourhood" where "strange people often walk around the streets" and where "groups of chavs hang around outside their houses at night." The safety score is 7.0, but the community score stands out as the lowest point at 5.5. At the same time, Sarah says it is "a really nice neighbourhood" despite the occasional homeless people or drunk men wandering around. So the experience depends heavily on your expectations and exactly where you live. Compare residents' experiences on the Oldegalileën neighbourhood page to get a complete picture.
In terms of character, Oldegalileën differs from the slightly more respectable Bloemenbuurt or the more mixed Indische buurt further along in Oud-Oost. It is rougher, but also cheaper and more practical in terms of location.
Is Oldegalileën right for you as a tenant?
With 77% rental homes and relatively low rents, a rental house in Oldegalileën is particularly interesting for starters, students, and single people on a limited budget. The large group of 15- to 25-year-olds (445 residents) and the high proportion of single-person households confirm this. If you want to rent an apartment in Oldegalileën for less than €1,000 per month in the free sector, that is realistic here. For social housing, you can register with housing corporation WoonFriesland or Elkien, but expect waiting lists of several years. Respond quickly when something becomes available, as supply is limited. If you prefer to buy something, check out the supply of homes for sale in Oldegalileën, where the WOZ value is around €140,000.
What residents say about Oldegalileën
The neighbourhood scores a 7.1 out of 10 based on 2 resident reviews. The highest sub-score is for education (9.0) and facilities (8.5). The lowest score is for sense of community (5.5). Sarah gives an 8.6 and calls the neighbourhood "cosy," while westhasfallen gives a 5.5, pointing out nuisance and "strange people." Housing itself scores a respectable 7.5. Read all reviews and ratings on the Oldegalileën review page.
Compare rental homes in Oldegalileën with surrounding neighbourhoods
Want to rent a home in Oldegalileën but still unsure? Then compare with nearby neighbourhoods in Oud-Oost. The Zeeheldenbuurt has a similar character but is slightly closer to the water. In Cambuursterpad you'll find more post-war construction. Also check out the broader supply for rent in the Oud-Oost district or compare with the rental supply in all of Leeuwarden. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews, and data from more than 1,500 sources, so you as a tenant can make a fair choice. More information about living in Leeuwarden can also be found on the website of the municipality of Leeuwarden.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Oldegalileën, Leeuwarden?
The average rent in the free sector in Oldegalileën over the past twelve months was €969 per month, with a range of €675 to €1,400. This works out to around €14.50 per m² for an average area of 67 m². Social housing through housing associations is significantly cheaper, but has long waiting lists.
Are there social housing properties in Oldegalileën?
Yes, around 41% of homes in Oldegalileën are owned by housing associations. You can register with WoonFriesland or Elkien for a social housing property. Keep in mind that waiting times in Leeuwarden can be several years, especially for popular neighbourhoods close to the city centre.
What is it like to live in Oldegalileën?
Oldegalileën is a compact, old working-class neighbourhood with a diverse population and many amenities within walking distance. Residents rate the neighbourhood 7.1 out of 10. Pros include proximity to schools, shops and sports facilities. Cons are limited green space and occasional street nuisance, especially in the evenings.
Is Oldegalileën suitable for starters and students?
Oldegalileën is popular among starters and students. The neighbourhood has 445 residents aged 15 to 25 and 925 single-person households. Rents are below the Leeuwarden average and the city centre is within cycling distance. Renting a home in Oldegalileën is therefore an affordable option for young people.
How accessible is Oldegalileën?
The centre of Leeuwarden can be reached in five to ten minutes by bike. Leeuwarden station is about two kilometres away. Several city buses stop along the Oostergoweg. By car, you can quickly reach the motorway via the N31 and A32. Parking is free on most streets.
What amenities are there in Oldegalileën?
The neighbourhood scores 8.5 for amenities and 9.0 for education. There are supermarkets, gyms, a bakery and several schools within walking distance. The Cambuurstadion and sports clubs are nearby. For larger shops and dining, you can cycle to the centre in a few minutes.
Is Oldegalileën a safe neighbourhood to rent in?
The safety score is 7.0 out of 10. Residents report occasional nuisance from groups on the street, especially at night. During the day, most residents feel fine in the neighbourhood. The sense of community scores lowest at 5.5. It strongly depends on the street where you live.
Although there are occasionally some vagrants wandering around the neighbourhood or drunk men making it a bit unsafe, it is otherwise a very nice neighbourhood. Everything is within walking or cycling distance and there are plenty of supermarkets, gyms and schools nearby. There's also a nice bakery at the end of the street. It's very pleasant living here. It's also clean, no litter on the streets and rubbish is collected often. There's a forest nearby but it's unsafe in the evening.
Auto-translated to English by AIStrange little neighbourhood, there are often strange people hanging around on the street. There are always groups of chavs chilling in front of their houses at night. Most neighbours are friendly though. Many amenities nearby, such as primary school, secondary school within walking distance, shopping square, sports club. The other night at around two in the morning I was smoking a cigarette in front of my house, and an old dark-skinned woman asked if I wanted to buy a racing bike (in excellent condition) for ten euros, haha. The streets are extremely narrow and some are genuinely difficult to drive into with a car.
Auto-translated to English by AI
