Breestraat
Pieterswijk, Leiden
NeighbourhoodA rental home on Breestraat in Leiden
This rental home on Breestraat sits in the heart of Leiden, where the streets buzz with students and tourists alike. This listing does not state a house number, postcode, property type, floor area, year of construction or energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €1,190 per month, the rent is 46% below the neighbourhood average of €2,224, which makes it keenly priced compared with other rental homes in Leiden.
The Pieterswijk neighbourhood
Pieterswijk is a lively, central neighbourhood, and one resident describes it as "Busy but cosy". They say: "It's right in the centre of Leiden, between the 3 associations. There's not only daytime bustle from tourists but also in the evening from all the students walking through the neighbourhood. Personally, I find it very cosy and not disturbing." The same resident notes that "there are plenty of nice little restaurants and a supermarket nearby" and that "you live close to the water and the Hortus, so there's plenty to do." They also mention that getting in by car can be tricky and that there isn't enough greenery. Based on one review, this is a neighbourhood with a strong student presence, where most households are single people. For more context, see the Pieterswijk neighbourhood.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, Ekoplaza is just around the corner, and Hoogvliet is a couple of streets away. A bit further, Dekamarkt and Albert Heijn are within a ten-minute walk. For school runs, Haanstra Basisschool and OBS Lucas van Leyden are both a few streets away, with several other primary schools within walking distance. The area is densely built and very urban, with plenty of restaurants nearby. The municipality of Leiden manages the wider area, and you can read more about the municipality of Leiden.
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At the time of writing, this home is listed only via Direct Wonen.
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About Breestraat, Leiden
Is €1,190 a fair price for this rental home?
The rent is €1,190 per month, which is 46% below the average rent of €2,224 in the Pieterswijk neighbourhood. The average rent per square metre in the neighbourhood is €48. The price is on the low side compared with other rentals in the area.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Pieterswijk is a busy but cosy neighbourhood in the centre of Leiden, according to one resident. They mention daytime and evening bustle from tourists and students, plenty of restaurants, a nearby supermarket, and proximity to water and the Hortus. They also note that driving in can be difficult and that there is limited greenery. Most households are single people, and the area is very urban.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The nearest supermarket is Ekoplaza at 131 metres, just around the corner. Hoogvliet is 196 metres away, also very close. Dekamarkt and Albert Heijn are about 459 and 474 metres respectively, a five to ten-minute walk. There are 46 supermarkets within 5 km, so daily shopping is well covered.
Are there schools nearby?
Yes, there are several primary schools within walking distance. Haanstra Basisschool is 334 metres away, and OBS Lucas van Leyden is 373 metres. Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh is 738 metres, and De Pionier is 925 metres. In total, there are 90 schools within 5 km, including secondary schools.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 1.4 km from the property. That is roughly a 15 to 20-minute walk or a short cycle ride.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
Direct Wonen has published only the street and price on their website.
Experiences from Pieterswijk
How residents experience their neighbourhood
It's right in the centre of Leiden, between the 3 associations. There's not only daytime bustle from tourists but also in the evening from all the students walking through the neighbourhood. Personally, I find it very cosy and not disturbing. Furthermore, there are plenty of nice little restaurants and a supermarket nearby. You live close to the water and the Hortus, so there's plenty to do. Unfortunately, getting into this neighbourhood by car is a bit of a course because you're not allowed everywhere and sometimes you have to take huge detours. In my opinion, there isn't enough greenery in the neighbourhood; we do have a park, but more trees could be planted in the streets and surroundings. Most of the greenery is often from the people who live there, not from the municipality. Otherwise, I'd say the housing situation is fine. There are some association houses, owner-occupied houses, and plenty of rental properties.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Pieterswijk
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €732,647 | €675,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,895 | – |
| Rent price | €2,224 p/m | €2,450 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €48 p/m | – |
Experiences from Binnenstad-Zuid
How residents experience their district
It's right in the centre of Leiden, between the 3 associations. There's not only daytime bustle from tourists but also in the evening from all the students walking through the neighbourhood. Personally, I find it very cosy and not disturbing. Furthermore, there are plenty of nice little restaurants and a supermarket nearby. You live close to the water and the Hortus, so there's plenty to do. Unfortunately, getting into this neighbourhood by car is a bit of a course because you're not allowed everywhere and sometimes you have to take huge detours. In my opinion, there isn't enough greenery in the neighbourhood; we do have a park, but more trees could be planted in the streets and surroundings. Most of the greenery is often from the people who live there, not from the municipality. Otherwise, I'd say the housing situation is fine. There are some association houses, owner-occupied houses, and plenty of rental properties.
Auto-translated to English by AINice safe neighbourhood where everything is within easy reach.
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Binnenstad-Zuid
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €675,142 | €547,258 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,571 | – |
| Rent price | €2,216 p/m | €2,346 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €42 p/m | – |
Experiences from Leiden
How residents experience their municipality
Living here is fantastic. Beautiful, spacious and affordable apartment with 90m2 floor area. Indoor route to the supermarket. GP and the usual shops like Etos, Kruidvat, Bruna, Hema on the nearby square. Bus lines and main roads within 5 minutes. Also enough schools at every level. In short, "a place to be".
Auto-translated to English by AII enjoy living here.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy flat with many elderly residents. A nice dog walking area that I look out onto. Also a beautiful park. However, too few shops, so little choice unfortunately. Only the park is not lit and there are regularly homeless people who also sleep in the bushes! The park is well maintained though. In short, I am very satisfied with the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a rather detached part of Leiden, with a strange mix of student complexes and houses. A lot of noise nuisance.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy, everyone chats with each other on the street. We are kept well informed about what is happening in the neighbourhood via a newsletter. And then an information evening is held. In the playground, the neighbourhood police officer could patrol the area more often.
Auto-translated to English by AIThey keep an eye on each other. Everyone has a chat every now and then. More and more young families with children are moving in, so there's a bit more going on. Children playing, nice for the elderly who no longer work but are at home or alone.
Auto-translated to English by AIPolice often around. On the grass field where children play, dogs are often walked and the owners leave the dog poop lying around.
Auto-translated to English by AII don't really have an experience but there are many nice people
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Leiden
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €585,500 | €530,348 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,064 | – |
| Rent price | €1,953 p/m | €1,912 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €27 p/m | – |
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Breestraat, Leiden
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