Student housing in Leiden – 17 properties for rent

How many student apartments for rent are available in Leiden?

At the moment, there are 17 student apartments available for rent in Leiden via Rentola. Since listings change daily due to new publications and already rented properties, we recommend visiting our site regularly to avoid missing out on opportunities.

Which costs are included when renting a student apartment in Leiden?

When renting a student apartment in Leiden, several fixed costs are often included, although this can vary per student property and landlord. In many cases, the rent structure provides students with a clear and predictable monthly budget.

When renting student apartments in Leiden, the following costs are usually included:

- Gas, water, and electricity (often as a fixed advance payment);

- Internet and sometimes television;

- Furnishing for furnished student housing;

- Service charges for maintenance and shared areas;

- Municipal charges (sometimes).

What is exactly included is always stated in the listing for student housing to rent in Leiden. Be sure to check this carefully before renting a student apartment in Leiden, for example via Rentola.

How much does it cost to rent student housing in Leiden?

Renting student housing in Leiden costs on average 463€ per month. For student housing to rent in Leiden, prices usually range between 361€ and 600€, depending on the type of property, the location, and whether facilities are shared. Renting a room in shared student housing in Leiden is generally more affordable than renting a self-contained student apartment in Leiden. On Rentola, you can easily compare the current listings for student housing in Leiden and see what fits within your budget.

Is it difficult to rent student housing in Leiden?

Yes, renting student housing in Leiden can be challenging, especially during busy periods such as just before the start of the academic year.

Demand for student housing to rent in Leiden is often higher than supply, which means popular properties are rented out quickly.

On average, searching for student housing in Leiden takes between 2 and 6 weeks, depending on your flexibility and budget.

With 17 student properties to rent on Rentola, listings change frequently, so responding quickly significantly increases your chances.

Being flexible in terms of neighborhood or type of student apartment to rent in Leiden can also help you find housing faster.

Can I rent a student apartment in Leiden without a BSN?

In most cases, no — you cannot rent a student apartment in Leiden without a BSN (citizen service number).

Landlords require a BSN to register you with the municipality and to properly process the rental agreement.

When renting student apartments in Leiden, the following usually applies:

- you must be registered with the municipality and have a valid BSN;

- international students who do not yet have a Dutch BSN may sometimes rent temporarily, but are required to obtain a BSN within a short period of time;

- without a BSN, you usually cannot receive a definitive rental contract.

If you are staying temporarily, a landlord may occasionally offer a conditional agreement first, but a BSN is almost always required when renting student housing in Leiden.

Always check the conditions in advance, for example via Rentola, so you know what is required before you start renting.

Is cohabitation allowed when renting student housing in Leiden?

No, cohabitation is usually not allowed when renting student housing in Leiden, as these properties are often intended for one student per contract.

Some larger student apartments in Leiden may allow shared living, but only if this is explicitly permitted by the landlord.

Always check this in advance when viewing student housing to rent.