Rental homes in Vlietwijk, Voorschoten
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Rental prices and market figures for Vlietwijk, Voorschoten
Vlietwijk is one of the few neighbourhoods in Voorschoten where the rental housing supply is larger than owner-occupied housing: 55% of the approximately 1,812 homes are rental properties, compared to 45% owner-occupied. This is striking because in the rest of the municipality the ratio is reversed. A large part of the rental stock, about 46% of all homes, belongs to housing corporations. The remaining 9% is rented out by private or institutional landlords. This means that the social rental sector is dominant here, but waiting lists for a corporation home in this region are often five years or longer.
In the free sector (excluding social housing and room rentals), the average rent over the past twelve months was €2,226 per month, with a range from €935 to €2,750. With an average surface area of 112 m², this works out to approximately €19.90 per square metre. The average WOZ value in Vlietwijk is €341,000, significantly lower than the municipal average of €486,000. This makes the neighbourhood relatively affordable within Voorschoten, especially compared to more expensive neighbourhoods such as Boschgeest or Noord-Hofland. At the top of this page you will always find the current daily prices and the current supply of rental homes in Vlietwijk.
Living in Vlietwijk, Voorschoten
Vlietwijk is located in the southwestern part of Voorschoten, wedged between the Vliet and the Leiden-Den Haag railway line. The neighbourhood was largely built in the 1960s and 1970s and has the character you would expect: porch flats along Leidseweg-Noord, terraced houses in the side streets around Wijngaardenlaan, and here and there a block of maisonettes. It is not a neighbourhood that stands out for its architecture, but it is functionally laid out with wide pavements, plenty of greenery between the blocks and short walking distances to amenities. The atmosphere is quiet and village-like, with a mix of older residents who have lived there for decades and younger tenants who found their first home here.
Shops, schools and amenities in the neighbourhood
For daily groceries you walk to the Albert Heijn on Treubplein, a few minutes' cycle towards the centre of Voorschoten. On Leidseweg-Noord there are a handful of smaller shops and a hairdresser. Families with children have primary school De Regenboog (public) and Mariaschool (Catholic) within walking distance. For secondary education, most young people go to Leiden, where Visser 't Hooft Lyceum and Stedelijk Gymnasium are within ten minutes by bike. Sports club TAVV (football) is on the edge of the neighbourhood, and swimming pool De Vliet is a bike ride away. Vlietlandpark offers space for walking and running along the water.
Accessibility from Vlietwijk
Voorschoten station is about a ten-minute walk from the heart of Vlietwijk. Sprinters to Leiden Centraal take five minutes, and you can reach Den Haag Centraal in a quarter of an hour. Bus line 45 (Arriva) stops along Leidseweg and connects the neighbourhood with Leidschendam and Leiden. By car, via the N44 you are quickly on the A4 towards Amsterdam or Rotterdam. Parking is free and without a permit in most streets, although around the flats on Leidseweg-Noord it can be a challenge to find a spot in the evening. By bike you are in the centre of Voorschoten in five minutes and at Leiden Centraal in a quarter of an hour.
Residents of Vlietwijk particularly appreciate the peace and accessibility. On the neighbourhood page of Vlietwijk a resident writes: "It's nice and quiet living here, you have everything nearby and yet you're in Leiden or Den Haag in no time." At the same time, there is also criticism: the porch flats are in need of maintenance, the insulation leaves something to be desired, and some residents experience nuisance from traffic on Leidseweg. The average disposable income of €32,500 is well below the municipal average of €46,200, giving the neighbourhood a different socio-economic profile than, for example, Starrenburg or Adegeest. You notice this in the composition: more single people (745 one-person households, the largest group) and a lower percentage of homeowners.
For whom is a rental home in Vlietwijk a good choice?
With 55% rental homes and a large corporation stock, Vlietwijk is interesting for starters looking for an affordable home through social housing, although this requires patience due to the waiting lists. In the free sector, renting a house in Vlietwijk is relatively expensive, but due to the lower WOZ value, free sector prices here are generally lower than in the villa neighbourhoods of Voorschoten. Seniors, with 785 residents aged 65+, form a substantial group; the ground-floor porch homes are practical for them. Families with children benefit from the proximity of schools and greenery, but may find more space in Dobbewijk or Bijdorp. If you are interested in renting an apartment in Vlietwijk, prepare your documents: employer's statement, salary slips and an extract from the BRP. Available rental homes here go quickly. Would you rather buy? Then also check the supply of homes for sale in Vlietwijk.
What residents say about renting in Vlietwijk
On the resident reviews of Vlietwijk, accessibility and green spaces generally score highest, while housing quality and maintenance of public space often receive criticism. A tenant notes: "For the price you pay you would expect better maintenance, but the location makes up for a lot." Want to see all ratings per category? Then read the reviews and neighbourhood data of Vlietwijk on the main page. Those honest experiences help you assess whether this neighbourhood suits you before you respond to a rental home.
Comparing rental homes around Vlietwijk in Voorschoten
In terms of rental prices, Vlietwijk is one of the more accessible neighbourhoods in Voorschoten. If you are looking for something more spacious and greener, then Starrenburg is worth a look, although prices there are higher. If you want to be closer to the village centre, check what is for rent in Boschgeest. At district level you will find a broader overview via the rental housing supply in Wijk 00, and for the entire municipality you can go to the overview for Voorschoten. More about the municipality can be read on the information page of Voorschoten. The website of the municipality of Voorschoten also offers useful information about living and permits. Buurtje.nl combines current housing supply with neighbourhood scores, resident reviews and data from more than 1,500 sources, so that you not only find a home but also the neighbourhood that truly suits you.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Vlietwijk, Voorschoten?
The average rent in the free sector in Vlietwijk over the past year was €2,226 per month, with an average area of 112 m². That is approximately €19.90 per m². The range runs from €935 to €2,750 per month. Social housing through the housing association is considerably cheaper, but has long waiting lists.
Are there social housing units in Vlietwijk?
Yes, as much as 46% of all homes in Vlietwijk are owned by housing corporations. That makes it one of the neighbourhoods with the most social housing supply in Voorschoten. You can register via WoningNet (Holland Rijnland region). Expect waiting times of five years or more before you become eligible for a rental home in this neighbourhood.
What is it like to live in Vlietwijk?
Vlietwijk is a quiet, green residential neighbourhood from the 1960s and 1970s with porch flats and terraced houses. Residents appreciate the good accessibility by train and bicycle and the greenery along the Vliet. Criticisms include the maintenance of some homes and traffic congestion on Leidseweg-Noord. The neighbourhood has 3,780 inhabitants and a mixed population composition.
Is Vlietwijk suitable for starters and singles?
Vlietwijk is relatively suitable for starters. The neighbourhood has 745 single-person households, the largest group. Due to the large share of social housing, there are opportunities for starters with a lower income, provided you have patience for the waiting list. In the free sector, rents are higher, but still lower than in many other neighbourhoods in Voorschoten.
How is the accessibility of Vlietwijk?
Voorschoten station is about a ten-minute walk away. Trains to Leiden take five minutes, to Den Haag Centraal a quarter of an hour. Bus line 45 stops along Leidseweg. By car, you can quickly reach the A4 via the N44. By bike, you are in the centre of Voorschoten in five minutes. Parking is largely free, but around the flats it can be busy in the evenings.
What facilities are there in and around Vlietwijk?
In the immediate vicinity you will find an Albert Heijn at Treubplein, primary schools De Regenboog and Mariaschool, and sports club TAVV. Swimming pool De Vliet and Vlietlandpark are within cycling distance. For more extensive shopping, go to the centre of Voorschoten or to Leiden, which is a five-minute train ride away.
How quickly are rental homes rented out in Vlietwijk?
Rental homes in Vlietwijk are taken off the market relatively quickly. Supply in the free sector is limited: over the past year, 23 homes were offered for rent. If you want to secure a rental home, respond quickly and make sure your documents (employer's statement, payslips, ID) are ready immediately. At the top of the page you can see the current average time to rent.
