A room with history on the Nieuwe Rijn
This room on Nieuwe Rijn 65B sits in a building that has stood since 1750, right in the middle of Leiden's old centre. It was a social housing rental, listed at €717 per month, which was 75% below the neighbourhood average of €2,867. The floor area of 57 m² was 67% smaller than the average in the area, but for a room in the centre, the price was keen. For context, rooms in Leiden are a common option in this city. This home has not been online since 26 October 2026.
Pancras-Oost, a quiet centre neighbourhood
Pancras-Oost is a small neighbourhood within the Binnenstad-Noord district, and one resident describes it as a "Cosy neighbourhood in the centre and close to shops etc". The review, based on one resident's score of 8.13 out of 10, highlights the convenience of living here. The area is dominated by single-person households, with 76% living alone, and a large share of residents are between 15 and 25 years old. It is a place where the centre's bustle is just outside, but the streets themselves feel calm. The Pancras-Oost neighbourhood is a compact, central spot.
Daily life around the corner
For daily shopping, the Hoogvliet supermarket is just around the corner, with a Dekamarkt a couple of streets away. Bread and groceries are easy to pick up on foot. For schools, Haanstra Basisschool is a five-minute walk, and OBS Lucas van Leyden is just beyond that. The Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden is about a ten-minute walk for secondary education. The municipality of Leiden keeps the centre well connected, with a train station about 2.2 km away.
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When this home was still on the market, it was 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 Nieuwe Rijn 65B, Leiden
Was €717 a fair price for this room?
The rent of €717 was 75% below the average for rentals in Pancras-Oost, which stood at €2,867. The floor area of 57 m² was smaller than the neighbourhood average of 172 m², so the price per square metre was relatively low. Given the central location and the social housing status, the rent was on the keen side compared with other listings in the area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is G, which is the least efficient label on the scale. The label is an official registration, but it does not say anything about the condition of the building itself. The year of construction was 1750, which was listed, but the listing did not state any details about the installations.
How close are the nearest supermarkets?
The Hoogvliet supermarket is just 192 metres away, so it is on your doorstep. A Dekamarkt is at 297 metres, and an Ekoplaza is at 305 metres. An Albert Heijn is at 404 metres, and a SPAR is at 583 metres. With 43 supermarkets within 5 km, daily shopping is very convenient from this location.
What schools are nearby?
Haanstra Basisschool is 508 metres away, and OBS Lucas van Leyden is at 532 metres. For secondary education, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden is at 821 metres. There are also other primary schools within a short distance, such as Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh at 838 metres and De Pionier at 869 metres. In total, 89 schools are within 5 km.
How far is the train station?
The train station is 2.2 km from the property. That is a walk of about 25 minutes or a short cycle. The listing did not mention specific bus lines, but the station was the main connection point for the city.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Pancras-Oost is described by one resident as a "Cosy neighbourhood in the centre and close to shops etc". The average review score is 8.13 out of 10. The area has a high share of single-person households at 76%, and many residents are between 15 and 25 years old. It is a quiet, central spot with easy access to amenities.
