Academiewijk, Leiden
NeighbourhoodThis terraced house on Cleveringaplaats sits in the heart of Leiden's Academiewijk, a lively student-friendly area. With 102 m² of living space and a huge 1639 m² plot, it offers rare outdoor space in the city centre. The rent of €1,231 is 48% below the neighbourhood average of €2,383, making it a keen price for the area. Compared to other terraced houses in Leiden, this home stands out for its generous garden and affordable rent.
Academiewijk is a dense urban neighbourhood with a very strong city feel (address density 5351 per km²). It's home to about 1,940 residents, mostly single-person households (1,120) and a large share of 15-25 year olds (760). Families with children are few (105). The area has a mix of housing, with 32% single-family homes and 30% owner-occupied. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, but the figures paint a picture of a young, dynamic area. For more context, see the Academiewijk neighbourhood.
Daily shopping is easy with an Ekoplaza just around the corner, and a SPAR and Jumbo a couple of streets away. For a wider selection, an AH to go and Aldi are a ten-minute walk. Families have several primary schools nearby: Haanstra Basisschool is just around the corner, and OBS Lucas van Leyden is a five-minute walk. The city centre with its restaurants and cafés is on your doorstep, and the train station is a ten-minute walk. The area falls under the municipality of Leiden, known for its historic centre and university.
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Yes, the rent of €1,231 is 48% below the neighbourhood average of €2,383 for rental homes. Given the 102 m² floor area and large plot, this is a keen price. However, it is social housing, so eligibility criteria apply.
Homes in this neighbourhood are rented out quickly, with an average listing time of 17 days. This suggests a fast-moving market, so interested tenants should be prepared to act promptly.
The home has energy label B, which is efficient. You can expect relatively low energy costs compared to older homes with lower labels. The exact consumption will depend on usage.
Leiden Centraal station is 1.3 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes commuting to other cities convenient.
The nearest supermarkets are Ekoplaza (558 m), SPAR (617 m), and Jumbo (617 m). For more options, AH to go and Aldi are 749 m away.
The neighbourhood recorded 102 total crimes, but without a per-capita comparison it's hard to judge. The area is densely populated and central, which can come with typical city noise and activity.
Primary schools nearby include Haanstra Basisschool (421 m), OBS Lucas van Leyden (496 m), and Eerste Leidse Schoolvereniging (780 m). Secondary schools are 1.7 km away on average.
Yes, the listing indicates it is social housing. This means the rent is regulated and eligibility is based on income and housing permit requirements.
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 |
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 AIFigures 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 | – |
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 AIFigures 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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