Oude Vest
Marewijk, Leiden
AreaA rental on the Oude Vest in Leiden
This rental home on the Oude Vest sits in the heart of Leiden, where the historic canals and lively streets set the tone. This listing did 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 €945 per month, the rent sat 26% below the neighbourhood average of €1,277, which made it a keen option compared with other rental homes in Leiden. This home has not been online since 6 October 2026.
The Marewijk neighbourhood
Marewijk is a compact, central neighbourhood with a strong student presence. Based on two reviews, residents describe it as functional and lively. One resident says: "My neighbourhood is in the centre of Leiden, so everything is close by. I also think it's beautiful. Unfortunately, there is a lack of nature." Another adds: "I moved here two months ago and am very satisfied. I am within a few minutes' walk of the beautiful centre of Leiden." The same resident notes that the station is nearby and that the neighbourhood feels safe at night. The reviews also mention noise from students and partygoers, and a limited sense of community. Around 78% of households are single-person, and 40% of residents are aged 15 to 25, which fits the student-heavy character of the Marewijk neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Daily errands are straightforward from the Oude Vest. For groceries, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with SPAR and Dirk a couple of streets away. For schools, De Pionier is a five-minute walk, and Vrije School Mareland is just beyond that. The Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden is about a ten-minute walk for secondary education. The train station is roughly a twenty-minute walk, and the centre of Leiden is within easy reach. The municipality of Leiden keeps the wider area well connected, with shops, cafes and cultural spots all close by. The municipality of Leiden offers a compact urban environment where most daily needs are met on foot.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed via Living Today and through Pararius, so it was available through several channels. The agent had not published full specifications for this property.
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About Oude Vest, Leiden
Why was the rent lower than the neighbourhood average?
The rent for this home on the Oude Vest was €945 per month, which was 26% below the average rent of €1,277 in Marewijk. The neighbourhood's rental prices range from €680 to €1,700, so this listing sat at the lower end.
What is the neighbourhood like to live in?
Marewijk is a central, lively neighbourhood with a strong student presence. Residents describe it as functional, with everything close by, including the centre of Leiden, supermarkets, a pharmacy and a GP. The main downsides mentioned are a lack of green space and occasional noise from students and partygoers. The neighbourhood feels safe, even late at night, according to one resident.
How far is the train station from this home?
The train station is 1.6 kilometres from the Oude Vest, which is roughly a twenty-minute walk. Residents note that the station is nearby and that the neighbourhood is well connected by bus. This makes the location practical for commuting or for getting around Leiden and beyond.
What supermarkets are close by?
Albert Heijn is 244 metres away, just around the corner. SPAR is 303 metres and Dirk is 311 metres, both a couple of streets away. Ekoplaza is 616 metres and Hoogvliet is 772 metres, both within a ten-minute walk. With 44 supermarkets within five kilometres, daily grocery shopping is well covered.
What schools are near the Oude Vest?
De Pionier primary school is 349 metres away, about a five-minute walk. Vrije School Mareland is 448 metres, and Haanstra Basisschool is 820 metres. For secondary education, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden is 921 metres away. In total, 93 schools are within five kilometres, covering both primary and secondary levels.
Why were there no property details in this listing?
Living Today had published only the street and price on Pararius. As a result, the details on this page focus on the street and the neighbourhood rather than the home itself.
Was the rent in line with other rentals in Marewijk?
The rent of €945 was below the neighbourhood average of €1,277 and the median of €1,400. Rental prices in Marewijk range from €680 to €1,700, so this home sat at the lower end of the market. The average price per square metre in the area was €25.45, though the floor area of this home was not stated.
