Rental homes in Stationsdistrict, Leiden
View the current rental property listings in Stationsdistrict, Leiden. Compare prices, floor area, and read what residents think of this neighbourhood.
What does a rental property cost in the Stationsdistrict?
The Stationsdistrict is a true rental neighbourhood: 65% of the more than 1,400 homes are rental properties. Strikingly, only 11% are owned by housing associations, while as much as 54% are offered on the market through private or commercial landlords. This makes the free sector dominant here. In the past twelve months, 101 homes were rented out in the free sector, at an average rent of €1,602 per month. The range is wide: from around €630 for a compact apartment to €3,075 for the more spacious options, with an average floor area of 76 m². For comparison: the average WOZ value in the Stationsdistrict (€376,000) is slightly below the Leiden average of €390,000, but the income level (€42,200) is actually higher than the municipal average of €38,300. That fits the profile of this neighbourhood. Want to know what is available today and at what price? Then check the current overview at the top of this page.
Stationsdistrict: urban living just minutes from the railway
Those who live in the Stationsdistrict notice it immediately: this is not a neighbourhood you end up in by accident. You choose it deliberately, because of its location right next to Leiden Central. Within a few minutes you walk into the station, and you are in The Hague Central or Schiphol in a quarter of an hour. That accessibility is the big plus point that residents consistently mention. But it also has a downside. On the neighbourhood page of Stationsdistrict you can read in the reviews that residents sometimes experience the station area as messy and busy, especially around Stationsweg and the bus station. In the evenings it is quiet, but not always in a pleasant way. One resident describes it as: "Lively and convenient during the day, but after ten there is little to do and it sometimes feels a bit uninviting."
The neighbourhood itself is compact and predominantly urban. In the Stationskwartier you will mainly find apartments in new-build and renovated buildings, often with small balconies and shared inner gardens. Large supermarkets are lacking in the immediate vicinity, but the Haarlemmerstraat and the shopping area towards Binnenstad-Noord are within walking distance. For daily groceries, you walk about five to ten minutes. The hospitality industry is concentrated around Stationsplein and Stationsweg, with a mix of lunch spots, snack bars and the occasional restaurant. It is functional, not cosy in the way the canals in Binnenstad-Zuid are.
In terms of atmosphere, the Stationsdistrict is a transit neighbourhood: many people live there temporarily, which is reflected in the high percentage of single-person households (1,265 out of approximately 1,500 households). Only 17% are married. The largest age group is 25 to 45 years old, and 67% of residents are highly educated. It is a neighbourhood of young professionals and students who appreciate the combination of accessibility and affordable rent (by Leiden standards). Gas consumption is low at 550 m³ per year, which fits the newer and smaller apartments. Residents also mention the improvements around the station area, in which the municipality of Leiden has invested heavily in recent years.
Renting in the Stationsdistrict: for whom, for whom not?
A rental home in the Stationsdistrict is most suitable for single professionals and couples without children who travel by train daily. The proximity to the station is then a huge advantage. Are you looking for a quiet, green living environment or do you have young children? Then this is not the best choice. There are few playgrounds, and the neighbourhood does not have the village-like cosiness of, for example, the Roodenburgerdistrict or the space of Leiden-Noord. Families looking for more space could also consider owner-occupied homes in the Stationsdistrict, although the supply there is limited (35% of the stock). For those who do prioritise accessibility and an urban lifestyle, renting an apartment in Stationsdistrict is a logical option, provided you accept the hustle and bustle of the station area.
View the current rental supply in Stationsdistrict
On Buurtje.nl you will find the current supply of rental properties in Stationsdistrict, supplemented with resident reviews and neighbourhood statistics. This way you can not only compare the price and floor area, but also assess whether the neighbourhood suits you. Want to search more broadly? Then also check the supply elsewhere in Leiden, or see what is for rent in the nearby Bos- en Gasthuisdistrict. Renting a home in Stationsdistrict starts with good comparison.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a rental home in Stationsdistrict?
In the free sector (excluding social housing), the average rent over the past year was €1,602 per month, with an average floor area of 76 m². The range runs from approximately €630 to €3,075 per month, depending on size and finish.
How is the accessibility from Stationsdistrict in Leiden?
Stationsdistrict is located directly next to Leiden Centraal, one of the busiest stations in South Holland. You can reach Den Haag Centraal within 10 minutes and Schiphol in about 20 minutes. Buses depart from the bus station next to the tracks to all Leiden neighbourhoods and the region.
Are there many social housing units available in Stationsdistrict?
Only 11% of the housing stock in Stationsdistrict is owned by housing associations. The vast majority of rental homes (54% of all homes) are offered by private or commercial landlords in the free sector. Waiting times for social housing in Leiden are long, often several years.
Who is a rental home in Stationsdistrict suitable for?
The neighbourhood mainly attracts young, highly educated professionals and couples without children. Over 1,215 of the 2,700 residents are between 25 and 45 years old, and most households are single-person households. For families with children, there are limited facilities and little green space.
What are the energy costs for renting an apartment in Stationsdistrict?
The average electricity consumption in Stationsdistrict is 2,060 kWh per year and gas consumption is only 550 m³. This is relatively low, which is related to the predominantly smaller and newer apartments in the neighbourhood. When renting, always check the energy label of the specific home.
