Pieterswijk, Leiden
NeighbourhoodThis listing is for a rental home on Breestraat, right in the heart of Leiden. It 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. The rent is €2,750 per month, which is 25% above the neighbourhood average of €2,200, so it's on the high side compared to other rentals in the area. For context, there are currently 9 rental homes available in the neighbourhood, and this is one of the pricier options. See rental homes in Leiden for more.
Pieterswijk is the historic centre of Leiden, packed with students, tourists and a lively atmosphere. One resident describes it as "Busy but cosy", noting the daytime bustle from tourists and the evening energy from students walking through. They appreciate the many nice little restaurants and the nearby supermarket, as well as the proximity to water and the Hortus. However, they mention that getting into the neighbourhood by car can be tricky due to restrictions and detours, and they feel there isn't enough greenery, most of the plants come from residents, not the municipality. Based on this single review, the neighbourhood scores a 6.88 out of 10. The area is densely populated, with mostly one-person households and a young demographic. Learn more about the Pieterswijk neighbourhood.
Breestraat is one of Leiden's main shopping streets, so daily errands are easy. For groceries, you have Ekoplaza just around the corner, Hoogvliet a couple of streets away, and Dekamarkt and Albert Heijn within a ten-minute walk. For primary schools, Haanstra Basisschool and OBS Lucas van Leyden are both a short walk away. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality of Leiden, which offers a wide range of amenities and cultural attractions.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Direct Wonen and JM verhuur. The agent has not published full property details, so the listing is incomplete.
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About Breestraat, Leiden
Direct Wonen has published only the street and price on the listing platforms.
The monthly rent is €2,750. This is 25% above the average rent in the Pieterswijk neighbourhood, which is €2,200. The median rent in the area is €2,450, and rents range from €862 to €2,825.
Pieterswijk is the historic centre of Leiden, known for its busy, cosy atmosphere with many students and tourists. There are plenty of restaurants, a supermarket nearby, and you're close to the water and the Hortus. Car access can be difficult due to restrictions, and some residents feel there could be more greenery.
Leiden Centraal station is 1.4 km from Breestraat, which is about a 17-minute walk or a short bike ride.
There are several supermarkets within walking distance: Ekoplaza at 131 m, Hoogvliet at 196 m, Dekamarkt at 459 m, Albert Heijn at 474 m, and SPAR at 504 m.
Yes, there are primary schools nearby: Haanstra Basisschool (334 m), OBS Lucas van Leyden (373 m), and Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh (738 m). Secondary schools are about 1.7 km away.
Rental homes in Pieterswijk are rented out in an average of 20 days, which indicates a relatively fast market. Of the 9 currently available rentals, 3 have paid responses.
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.
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| Sale price | €702,538 | €675,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €7,525 | – |
| Rent price | €2,127 p/m | €2,450 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €32 p/m | – |
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.
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| Sale price | €661,281 | €532,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,380 | – |
| Rent price | €2,149 p/m | €2,348 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €30 p/m | – |
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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €582,344 | €526,930 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,074 | – |
| Rent price | €1,971 p/m | €1,926 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €26 p/m | – |
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