Kolffpad 449
Pesthuiswijk, Leiden
AreaA compact room in a brand-new building
This is a 22 m² room in a 2023 building on Kolffpad, in the Pesthuiswijk area of Leiden. It is social housing, let through Roommatch, and the rent of €837 sits well below the neighbourhood average for rentals, which is a notable point given the size. The energy label is A, so the home is efficient to run. For context, this room is one of the [rooms in Leiden] currently available in the city.
The Pesthuiswijk neighbourhood
The Pesthuiswijk is a young area, with most residents in their twenties and thirties. Around 82% of households are single-person, and the average household size is just 1.2 people, so this is very much a student and starter neighbourhood. The housing stock is almost entirely rental, with only 7% owner-occupied homes. It is a quiet, modern part of Leiden, and the [Pesthuiswijk neighbourhood] has a calm, residential feel that suits those looking for a straightforward base.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, there are several supermarkets within easy reach. An AH to go is just around the corner, with an Aldi and another AH to go a couple of streets away, and a Jumbo about a ten-minute walk. Schools are also close by, including the Bonaventura Lyceum and Visser 't Hooft Lyceum, both a short stroll from the room. The train station is about 1.4 km away, which is handy for getting around. This is a practical spot for anyone studying or working in [the municipality of Leiden].
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At the time of writing, this room is listed only via Roommatch.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
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About Kolffpad 449, Leiden
Is €837 a fair rent for this room?
The rent of €837 is 41% below the neighbourhood average of €1,420 for rentals. The room is 22 m², which is 70% smaller than the average rental in the area, so the price reflects the compact size. It is social housing, which explains the lower rent compared to the wider market.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is the most efficient label on the scale. This means the home is very energy-efficient, so heating and electricity costs should be relatively low. The label is an official registration and reflects the building's energy performance.
How long do rentals in this neighbourhood typically stay available?
Rentals in the Pesthuiswijk are let on average within 15 days. This gives an indication of how quickly homes move in this area. The current listing is one of four rentals available in the neighbourhood at the moment.
What kind of neighbourhood is Pesthuiswijk?
Pesthuiswijk is a young neighbourhood, with 54% of residents aged between 25 and 45 and 33% between 15 and 25. Most households are single people, and the housing stock is predominantly rental. It is a modern, quiet part of Leiden, well suited to students and young professionals.
How far is the train station from this room?
The train station is 1.4 km from the room. That is roughly a 15 to 20 minute walk, or a short cycle. The nearest supermarkets are closer, with an AH to go at 473 metres and an Aldi at 560 metres.
Is this room part of social housing?
Yes, this room is social housing, which is why the rent is set at €837. Social housing in the Netherlands is subject to income limits and allocation rules, so eligibility is determined by those criteria rather than the open market.
