Alfabetweg 21
Cronestein, Leiden
A modern apartment in Cronestein, Leiden
This apartment on Alfabetweg sits in a neighbourhood that's a mix of social housing and owner-occupied homes, with high-rise blocks and terraced houses. The listing doesn't state a year of construction, but the home itself is energy-efficient with an A+ label. At €592,500, the price is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €558,750, reflecting the modern spec and efficient layout. For context, apartments in Leiden vary widely, but this one is keenly positioned given its size and label.
Buurt Cronestein
Cronestein is a varied neighbourhood with a mix of housing types, including social housing and owner-occupied homes. One resident describes it as 'high-rise is the solution', noting the industrial estate in the middle and high-rise apartments to the east. The neighbourhood is easily accessible via the Lammeschansweg and has many amenities like a Plus supermarket, Intersport and Gamma. With a high density of 3,498 addresses per km², it's a very urban area. Most homes were built after 2010, and the population is young, with many 25-45 year olds. Read more about neighbourhood Cronestein.
Life on the street
For daily shopping, the Plus supermarket is just around the corner, and there's a Spar and Lidl a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school is Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh, a ten-minute walk, while the Lorentz school is also within walking distance. Secondary education is close by, with the Da Vinci College Lammenschans just a couple of streets away. The neighbourhood is well-connected, with a train station a ten-minute walk away. For more on the area, see municipality Leiden.
Source
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Fides makelaars - ERA én NVM.
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About Alfabetweg 21, Leiden
Is €592,500 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €592,500 is slightly above the neighbourhood average of €558,750, but the median price is €585,000, so it's in line with the market. The apartment is 84 m² with an A+ energy label, which adds value. Given that similar homes in the area sell for around €581,000 on average, the price is competitive for a modern, efficient home.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Cronestein is a very urban neighbourhood with a mix of housing, from social housing to owner-occupied apartments and terraced houses. It has an industrial estate in the middle and high-rise buildings to the east. The area is popular with young adults and students, and amenities like supermarkets and sports shops are nearby. One resident notes it's easily accessible and has everything you need.
How energy efficient is this home?
The apartment has an A+ energy label, which is very efficient. In the neighbourhood, 79.1% of homes have an A+ label, so this is typical for the area. You can expect low energy costs compared to older homes.
What amenities are nearby?
The Plus supermarket is just around the corner, and there are several other supermarkets within a ten-minute walk. Schools are also close, with a primary school about ten minutes away and a secondary school just a couple of streets away. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and there are restaurants and a park within walking distance.
How long do homes typically stay on the market here?
In Cronestein, sold homes were on the market for an average of 40 days. This suggests a fairly active market, but not extremely fast. The current listing has 84 homes available, so there is some choice.
Why is the year of construction not stated?
The listing does not include the year of construction. The agent has not provided this detail. However, the energy label A+ and the modern feel suggest it's a relatively new build, as 90.5% of homes in the neighbourhood were built after 2010.





