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Molenpad, Leeuwarden
NeighbourhoodThis studio on Wijbrand de Geeststraat is a compact, practical home in the Molenpad neighbourhood of Leeuwarden. At 32 m², it's a snug space that's easy to manage. The rent of €482 is well below the average for the area, which makes it a keen option for those looking for an affordable place. For context, studios in Leeuwarden typically go for more.
Molenpad is a lively part of Leeuwarden, with a mix of residents and a strong urban feel. One resident describes it as "a decent neighbourhood but sometimes unsafe," noting that "we have little contact with the neighbours and other residents. Sometimes you do see things that don't belong in the neighbourhood." Based on one review, this gives a personal glimpse into daily life here. The area is home to many young people, with a large share of single-person households, and the Molenpad neighbourhood has a dense, active atmosphere.
Daily errands are easy from this spot. For groceries, you have Ekoplaza just around the corner, with Poiesz and SPAR a couple of streets away. For schools, CSG Comenius is a five-minute walk, and IKC de Kinderkoepel is also close by. The area is well connected, with the train station a short distance away. The municipality of Leeuwarden offers a range of amenities within easy reach.
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Details of this home
Insure your home and belongingsGet insuredThe 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.
About Wijbrand de Geeststraat 47, Leeuwarden
The rent of €482 is significantly below the average rent in the Molenpad neighbourhood, which is €1,170. This studio is also smaller than the average rental home in the area, so the lower price reflects the size. Given the figures, the rent appears to be on the low side compared to other listings in the neighbourhood.
The energy label is C. This is an official registration that indicates the energy efficiency of the home. A C label is in the middle of the scale, meaning energy costs are likely to be moderate. The label does not say anything about the condition of the building itself.
The floor area is 32 m², which is a compact living space. This is smaller than the average rental home in the neighbourhood, which is 44 m². The studio is designed to be efficient, making the most of the available space.
Molenpad is a densely populated area with a young population. Many residents live alone, and there is a mix of ages. One resident gave the neighbourhood a score of 7.13 out of 10, describing it as "a decent neighbourhood but sometimes unsafe." It's a lively area with a strong urban character.
The nearest supermarket, Ekoplaza, is about 450 metres away, with Poiesz and SPAR within 550 metres. For schools, CSG Comenius is about 380 metres away, and IKC de Kinderkoepel is around 400 metres. These are all within a short walk.
Yes, this is social housing. That means the rent is set at a level intended to be affordable, and there may be specific eligibility criteria for tenants. The rent of €482 is well below the market average for the area.
How residents experience their neighbourhood
We have little contact with the neighbours and other residents. Sometimes you do see things that don't belong in the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €448,455 | €349,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €2,977 | – |
| Rent price | €1,170 p/m | €1,220 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €20 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
You can sum it up as follows: > My experience with the Bloemenbuurt is very negative. In two consecutive situations, we had neighbours who caused a lot of nuisance. There were concerns about drug activities, the safety of children, and serious incidents in the neighbourhood, including a car explosion. As a result, I don't feel safe here and I wouldn't choose to live in this neighbourhood myself. The housing is reasonable, but in my opinion, the houses on Azaleastraat are in need of a thorough renovation. Additionally, there are few to no amenities in the immediate vicinity, which does not improve the liveability of the neighbourhood. Based on my personal experiences, I would therefore not recommend the Bloemenbuurt as a place to live.
Auto-translated to English by AIAtmospheric neighbourhood with nice neighbours. Houses with a stately character interspersed with smaller workers' cottages. You can feel the history, you can walk straight into the city centre.
Auto-translated to English by AIAfter living in this neighbourhood for many years, a lot has changed in the meantime; many neighbours cause division among the residents, and they just do whatever they can't help doing. It must be the times, but it used to be nice living here.
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have little contact with the neighbours and other residents. Sometimes you do see things that don't belong in the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIThis neighbourhood is praised everywhere, but the truth is less beautiful. People often cluster together to badmouth other neighbours. I've also heard that further down the street there's a serious neighbour dispute; apparently a middle-aged woman regularly bullies her surrounding neighbours and also causes damage to other neighbours' property. So living here isn't all that great after all. Klaas.
Auto-translated to English by AIPublic transport is frequent and plentiful here, so you can get around easily. The neighbourhood has a lot of litter and it also gets thrown into gardens. Also a lot of trouble with junkies.
Auto-translated to English by AIAlthough there are occasionally some vagrants wandering around the neighbourhood or drunk men making it a bit unsafe, it is otherwise a very nice neighbourhood. Everything is within walking or cycling distance and there are plenty of supermarkets, gyms and schools nearby. There's also a nice bakery at the end of the street. It's very pleasant living here. It's also clean, no litter on the streets and rubbish is collected often. There's a forest nearby but it's unsafe in the evening.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy. People greet each other and have a chat with you, and most people look out for each other.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €422,193 | €267,518 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €2,775 | – |
| Rent price | €1,111 p/m | €1,131 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €16 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
You can sum it up as follows: > My experience with the Bloemenbuurt is very negative. In two consecutive situations, we had neighbours who caused a lot of nuisance. There were concerns about drug activities, the safety of children, and serious incidents in the neighbourhood, including a car explosion. As a result, I don't feel safe here and I wouldn't choose to live in this neighbourhood myself. The housing is reasonable, but in my opinion, the houses on Azaleastraat are in need of a thorough renovation. Additionally, there are few to no amenities in the immediate vicinity, which does not improve the liveability of the neighbourhood. Based on my personal experiences, I would therefore not recommend the Bloemenbuurt as a place to live.
Auto-translated to English by AIAtmospheric neighbourhood with nice neighbours. Houses with a stately character interspersed with smaller workers' cottages. You can feel the history, you can walk straight into the city centre.
Auto-translated to English by AIAfter living in this neighbourhood for many years, a lot has changed in the meantime; many neighbours cause division among the residents, and they just do whatever they can't help doing. It must be the times, but it used to be nice living here.
Auto-translated to English by AIEveryone keeps to themselves but it's a calm and peaceful neighbourhood
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have lived in Weidum since 1972. A bullseye, we can say. Our neighbourhood, Sânpaad, is fantastic. Young and old join in when something is organised. Many of our own young people stay living here. An enormous amount is organised, namely: kaatsen, cards, billiards (4 tables), folk dancing, badminton, fair, Christmas ball, 55+ party, etc. etc. It is a great pity that no building is allowed. We hope to be able to stay here for years to come. Weidum "boppe".
Auto-translated to English by AIAntisocial people in the neighbourhood. Very unsafe.
Auto-translated to English by AII've lived there for 55 years, so that says enough.
Auto-translated to English by AIWe have little contact with the neighbours and other residents. Sometimes you do see things that don't belong in the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €435,113 | €350,979 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €3,633 | – |
| Rent price | €1,149 p/m | €1,138 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €15 p/m | – |
Wijbrand de Geeststraat 47, Leeuwarden
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