Rapenburg
Academiewijk, Leiden
NeighbourhoodA rental home on Rapenburg
This rental home on Rapenburg in Leiden is listed without 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 €2,650 per month, the price is above the neighbourhood average of €2,383, but without floor area it is impossible to say whether it represents value. For context, there are currently three rental homes available in the area, and rental homes in Leiden vary widely.
The Academiewijk neighbourhood
Academiewijk is a dense, urban neighbourhood in central Leiden with a very strong city feel (address density 5,351 per km²). The population is young and transient: 39% are aged 15,24, and 58% of households are single-person. Only 5% of households have children. The housing stock is mostly flats (68%), and 70% is rented. One resident says: "It's a lively area with lots of students and young professionals, close to everything." Another notes: "The canals and historic buildings make it a beautiful place to live, but it can be noisy at night." Based on two reviews, the neighbourhood is appreciated for its central location and character. For more on the area, see the Academiewijk neighbourhood.
Life on the street
Rapenburg runs along one of Leiden's most famous canals, lined with historic buildings and the university. For daily groceries, SPAR is just around the corner, Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away, and Jumbo is a five-minute walk. There are several primary schools nearby: Haanstra Basisschool is a five-minute walk, OBS Lucas van Leyden is just around the corner, and Vrije School Mareland is a ten-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and the city centre with its restaurants and shops is on your doorstep. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Leiden.
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At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Xpat Xpert and Direct Wonen. The agent has not published the full property details, so the listing is limited to the street and price.
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About Rapenburg, Leiden
Why are there no property details in this listing?
Xpat Xpert has published only the street and price on Pararius and other platforms.
Is €2,650 a fair price for this rental?
The asking price of €2,650 is above the neighbourhood average of €2,383 and the median of €2,200. Without knowing the floor area or property type, it is difficult to compare. The three available rentals in the neighbourhood range from €1,950 to €3,000, so this home sits in the upper part of that range.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Academiewijk is a very urban, central neighbourhood in Leiden with a high density of students and young professionals. It has a lively atmosphere with many restaurants, bars and cultural spots along the canals. The population is young, with many single-person households, and the area is known for its historic architecture and proximity to the university.
How far is the train station?
Leiden Centraal station is 1.3 km from Rapenburg, about a ten-minute walk. The station offers connections to major cities across the Netherlands.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within a short walk: SPAR at 479 m, Ekoplaza at 489 m, Jumbo at 523 m, and Dirk at 611 m. An AH to go is also 681 m away, convenient for quick purchases.
Are there schools in the area?
Yes, several primary schools are within walking distance: Haanstra Basisschool (412 m), OBS Lucas van Leyden (508 m), Vrije School Mareland (784 m), and Eerste Leidse Schoolvereniging (872 m). Secondary schools are further away, at 1.7 km on average.
How quickly do rentals go in this neighbourhood?
Rental homes in Academiewijk are let quickly: on average within 17 days, based on recent data. This suggests a fast-moving market, so homes do not stay available for long.
What is the energy label of this home?
Without this information, it is not possible to comment on the home's energy efficiency or expected heating costs.
Statistics for Academiewijk
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €837,433 | €617,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,926 | – |
| Rent price | €1,970 p/m | €1,970 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 | €2,380 p/m | €2,363 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €38 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 | €588,588 | €534,315 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,131 | – |
| Rent price | €1,940 p/m | €1,893 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €25 p/m | – |
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Rapenburg, Leiden
