Alfabetweg 53
Cronestein, Leiden
A modern apartment in Leiden's Cronestein neighbourhood
This energy-efficient apartment (label A+) on Alfabetweg sits in a lively part of Leiden. The listing does not state a year of construction. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €597,500, the price is slightly above the neighbourhood median of €585,000, which is in line with the market given the high energy label and modern finish. For context, apartments in Leiden sell at an average of €6,812 per m².
Cronestein: a varied neighbourhood with good amenities
Cronestein is a diverse neighbourhood with a mix of social housing and owner-occupied homes. One resident describes it as a place where "high-rise is the solution", you'll find high-rise apartments and student flats to the east, and terraced houses to the north-west. The neighbourhood is easily accessible, located on Lammenschansweg and close to the motorway. Amenities are plentiful, including a Plus supermarket, Intersport, and Gamma. The neighbourhood Cronestein has a high population density, with many young adults and students, and a strong urban feel.
Daily life on Alfabetweg
For your daily shopping, the PLUS supermarket is just around the corner. A Lidl and SPAR are a couple of streets away. The neighbourhood has several schools within walking distance: the Da Vinci College Lammenschans (secondary) is just around the corner, and primary schools like Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh and Lorentzschool are a ten-minute walk. The municipality Leiden offers a wide range of amenities, with a train station a five-minute walk away and a park or public garden within easy reach.
Source
At the time of writing the home is listed only via Fides makelaars - ERA én NVM. The listing does not include the year of construction, so some details about the home itself are not available.
This summary was generated with AI and may contain errors. Always verify the details with the provider.
Features
Details of this home
Transfer
Price
Energy
Areas and volume
Layout
Construction
Outdoor space
Frequently asked questions
About Alfabetweg 53, Leiden
Is €597,500 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €597,500 is slightly above the neighbourhood median of €585,000, but below the average sold price of €581,165. Given the excellent energy label (A+) and modern construction, the price is in line with the market. Apartments in Cronestein sell for an average of €6,812 per m², and this one is 84 m².
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The apartment has an energy label A+, which is very efficient. This means you can expect low energy costs for heating and electricity. In the neighbourhood, 79.1% of homes have label A+ or better, so this home is among the most efficient.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 0.7 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This makes commuting to other cities convenient.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The PLUS supermarket is just 239 metres away, so you can do your daily shopping on foot. Other options include SPAR (821 m), Lidl (823 m), and AH XL (1 km).
What schools are in the area?
There are several schools within walking distance. The Da Vinci College Lammenschans (secondary) is 251 m away. Primary schools include Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh (747 m) and Lorentzschool (960 m).
Why is the year of construction not stated?
The agent has not provided the year of construction in the listing. This detail is not available, so we cannot confirm the exact age of the building. However, given the energy label A+ and the neighbourhood's high percentage of homes built after 2010 (90.5%), it is likely a modern property.





