Alfabetweg 1
Cronestein, Leiden
AreaA compact apartment in Cronestein, Leiden
This apartment on Alfabetweg is a modern, energy-efficient home in the lively Cronestein neighbourhood. The listing does not state the year of construction, so some details about the building's age are not available. At €337,500, the asking price is 40% below the neighbourhood average of €558,750, which is partly explained by the compact 47 m² floor area. For context, apartments in Leiden vary widely in price and size.
Cronestein: a varied neighbourhood
Cronestein is a diverse area with a mix of social housing and owner-occupied homes, plus an industrial estate in the middle. One resident describes it as 'high-rise is the solution', noting the high-rise apartments and student flats to the east and terraced houses to the north-west. The neighbourhood is easily accessible by car and has plenty of amenities. Based on one review, the neighbourhood scores 7.25 out of 10. The area is densely populated, with many young adults and students, and a high proportion of single-person households. For more on the area, see neighbourhood Cronestein.
Daily life on Alfabetweg
For your daily shopping, the PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and there's a Lidl and SPAR a couple of streets away. Schools are also close by: the Da Vinci College Lammenschans (secondary) is on your doorstep, and primary schools like Er Riseleh and Lorentzschool are a five- to ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood has a high density of amenities, making errands easy. For more about the wider area, visit municipality Leiden.
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At the time of writing, the home is listed only via Fides makelaars - ERA én NVM.
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About Alfabetweg 1, Leiden
Is €337,500 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €337,500 is 40% below the neighbourhood average of €558,750, but the apartment is also smaller than average at 47 m². The price per square metre works out to about €7,180, which is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €6,812 per m². So while the total price is low, you're paying a premium for the compact size.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The apartment has an energy label A+, which is very efficient. This means low energy costs for heating and hot water. In the neighbourhood, 79% of homes have label A+ and 15.5% have label A, so this home is among the most efficient.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest train station is 0.7 km away, about a ten-minute walk. The neighbourhood is well-connected by road, being close to the motorway.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Cronestein is a varied neighbourhood with a mix of housing types, including social housing, owner-occupied homes, and student flats. It has an industrial estate in the middle. One resident says: 'My neighbourhood is very varied in housing. You can find social housing and owner-occupied homes here.' The area scores 7.25 out of 10 from one review.
Are there supermarkets nearby?
Yes, the PLUS supermarket is just 238 metres away, so on your doorstep. There's also a SPAR and Lidl within about 800 metres, and an AH XL about 1 km away.
What schools are close to this apartment?
The Da Vinci College Lammenschans (secondary school) is 252 metres away. Primary schools include Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh (760 m), Lorentzschool (960 m), and Basisschool De Ley (1 km).
Why is the year of construction not listed?
The agent has not stated the year of construction in the listing. This detail is not provided, so the exact age of the building is unknown.
