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Pieterswijk, Leiden
NeighbourhoodThis 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. The rent is €2,550 per month, which is 16% above the neighbourhood average of €2,200, on the high side compared to other rental homes in Leiden.
Pieterswijk is right in the centre of Leiden, between the three student associations. One resident describes it as "busy but cosy": daytime bustle from tourists and evening activity from students walking through. They appreciate the many restaurants and the nearby supermarket, as well as the proximity to the water and the Hortus. However, they note that getting into the neighbourhood by car can be tricky due to restrictions and detours, and that there isn't enough greenery, most plants come from residents, not the municipality. The area is densely urban with a very high address density, and most households are single-person. This is the Pieterswijk neighbourhood.
For daily shopping, Ekoplaza is on your doorstep, Hoogvliet is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. There are several primary schools within walking distance: Haanstra Basisschool is just around the corner, and OBS Lucas van Leyden is a couple of streets away. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality of Leiden, which offers a wide range of amenities.
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.
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About Mosterdsteeg, Leiden
Direct Wonen has published only the street and price.
The rent is 16% above the neighbourhood average of €2,200, so it is on the high side. However, without knowing the floor area or property type, it is hard to compare directly. Rental homes in Pieterswijk are typically rented out within 20 days, indicating a fast-moving market.
Pieterswijk is a lively central area with a mix of students and residents. It is very densely populated, mostly with single-person households. There are many restaurants and shops, and the Hortus and water are nearby. Car access can be difficult due to restrictions, and greenery is limited.
Leiden Centraal station is 1.4 km away, about a 17-minute walk.
Ekoplaza is 103 m away, Hoogvliet is 235 m, and Albert Heijn is 462 m. There are also SPAR and Dekamarkt within 500 m.
Haanstra Basisschool is 323 m away, OBS Lucas van Leyden is 373 m, and Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh is 756 m. Several other primary schools are within a kilometre.
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 AIFigures 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 | – |
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 AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €689,164 | €556,302 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,517 | – |
| Rent price | €2,241 p/m | €2,375 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €41 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 | €586,770 | €531,332 |
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| Sale per m² | €6,056 | – |
| Rent price | €1,949 p/m | €1,903 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €27 p/m | – |
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