A new apartment in Cronestein
This apartment on Alfabetweg 75 sits in Cronestein, a neighbourhood in Leiden where new-build homes dominate the streetscape. The asking price is €580,000. For context, the average asking price for homes in Cronestein is €583,060, and the average price per square metre is €6,666. This listing does not state the year of construction, so that detail is missing from the description. If you are looking at apartments in Leiden, this one stands out for its energy label A+ and its location on the fifth floor.
The home itself
This is a gallery flat, a type of apartment with access via an external gallery, and it is a new build. The home has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 80 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 76 square metres. The agent describes the home as fully insulated, with underfloor heating throughout. There is a sun terrace of 23 square metres facing southeast, which catches the afternoon sun. The home is located on the fifth living floor, so it sits above the street.
Life in Cronestein
Cronestein is a neighbourhood where many residents are young, with 55 percent of the population between 25 and 45 years old. The average household size is 1.4, and 67 percent of households are single-person, which shapes the local vibe. Residents of the Roodenburgerdistrict, the district that includes Cronestein, give their living environment an average score of 7.59, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Nice, friendly neighbourhood where people see each other and help where they can. The authentic appearance of the houses and convenient location relative to the centre of Leiden." Another resident notes: "It's close to EVERYTHING - which is super nice, especially the station! The centre is also nice and close. The people are friendly and not loud. There's a lot of greenery and a park nearby. It's great!" A third resident mentions that police are often around and that dog owners sometimes leave poop on the grass field where children play. These reviews describe the district as a whole, not just Cronestein itself. For more on the Cronestein neighbourhood, the data shows a mix of opinions, but the overall picture is positive.
Amenities and transport
For daily errands, the PLUS supermarket is just around the corner, and a Lidl and a SPAR are a couple of streets away. The nearest school is the Da Vinci College Lammenschans, a secondary school, a couple of streets away, and the Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh is a ten-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk Wendel en van Heezik and the Zuider Apotheek Leiden are both a ten-minute walk. For public transport, the bus stop Leiden, Cronesteinflat is on your doorstep with line 45, and Leiden, Station Lammenschans is a couple of streets away with lines 1, 2, 4, 45, 400, 401 and N40. The train station Leiden Lammenschans is a couple of streets away, making it easy to get around. The municipality of Leiden offers a range of amenities, and this location puts them within reach. The address risk data, which is an area-level indication rather than an inspection of this specific home, shows that road traffic noise is above the norm at 59 dB Lden, while railway, aircraft and industrial noise are all below their respective norms. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. For climate risks, pluvial flooding is low, flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. These are indications at the area level, not a verdict on this particular property.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Fides makelaars - ERA én NVM on Funda and Huispedia. The listing has been available since 25 March 2026.
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About Alfabetweg 75, Leiden
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price is €580,000. The average asking price in Cronestein is €583,060, and the median is €590,000. The price per square metre is €7,632, based on the agent's listed living area of 76 square metres. The neighbourhood has 58 homes currently for sale, with prices ranging from €275,000 to €995,000.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this apartment have?
According to the agent, this apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 80 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent lists 76 square metres. There is a sun terrace of 23 square metres facing southeast. The home is a new-build gallery flat, located on the fifth living floor.
What is the energy label of this apartment?
The energy label is A+, which is an efficient label. The agent describes the home as fully insulated, with underfloor heating throughout. In the neighbourhood, 74 percent of homes have an energy label A+ or better, and 12.3 percent have label A. This home's label is among the most efficient in the area, so energy costs are likely to be relatively low.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is the municipal valuation used for taxes, and it is not always included in property listings. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation. The asking price of €580,000 can be compared with the neighbourhood average of €583,060, but the WOZ value would provide additional context.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public risk data. The soil type is clay, which is noted as sensitive to settling, but the risk level is still low. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The data comes from sources like Atlas Leefomgeving and KCAF, and it should be seen as a general guide rather than a definitive assessment.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The road traffic noise at this address is 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise norm, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 42 dB Lden, aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, and industrial noise is 50 dB Lden, all below their respective norms. These are area-level indications, not measurements inside the home. The home is a new build, which may offer better sound insulation than older properties.
What supermarkets are near this apartment?
The nearest supermarket is a PLUS, just around the corner at 250 metres. A Lidl and a SPAR are both about 800 metres away, a ten-minute walk. An AH XL is at 1,038 metres, and a Hoogvliet is at 1,178 metres. In total, there are 42 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, so there are plenty of options for groceries.
What schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest school is the Da Vinci College Lammenschans, a secondary school offering vmbo and mavo, just around the corner at 263 metres. The Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh is a ten-minute walk at 755 metres, and the Lorentzschool is at 971 metres. There are 86 schools within 5 kilometres, covering both primary and secondary education.
How is the public transport connection from this apartment?
The bus stop Leiden, Cronesteinflat is on your doorstep at 223 metres, with line 45. Leiden, Meloenstraat is at 266 metres with line 4, and Leiden, Station Lammenschans is at 330 metres with lines 1, 2, 4, 45, 400, 401 and N40. The train station Leiden Lammenschans is a couple of streets away at 288 metres, providing rail connections.
What is the neighbourhood of Cronestein like?
Cronestein is a neighbourhood in Leiden with 5,610 residents, and a large share of young adults, with 55 percent aged 25 to 45. The average household size is 1.4, and 67 percent of households are single-person. Residents of the Roodenburgerdistrict give their living environment an average score of 7.59, based on seven reviews. Reviews mention a friendly atmosphere, proximity to the centre and the station, and some issues with dog waste on grass fields.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the year of construction. This field is missing from the agent's publication. The address itself is complete, so location and neighbourhood data are accurate. The absence of the year of construction means it is not possible to comment on the age of the building, but the home is described as a new build, which suggests it is recently constructed.
