Alfabetweg 9
Cronestein, Leiden
AreaA modern apartment in Cronestein, Leiden
This apartment on Alfabetweg sits in a neighbourhood that has been almost entirely rebuilt in the last decade. The listing did 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 €487,500 for 69 m², the price per square metre was below the neighbourhood average of €6,812, which made it keen compared to other apartments in Leiden. This home has not been online since 12 August 2026.
Cronestein: a varied, well-connected neighbourhood
Cronestein is a mixed neighbourhood with social housing, owner-occupied homes and an industrial estate in the middle. One resident describes it as 'high-rise is the solution', noting the variety: high-rise apartments and student flats to the east, terraced houses to the north-west. The neighbourhood is easily accessible, located on Lammeschansweg and close to the motorway. Amenities include a Plus, Intersport and Gamma. Based on one review, the neighbourhood scores 7.25 out of 10. The area is densely populated with mostly young adults and many single-person households, giving it a lively, urban feel. Read more about neighbourhood Cronestein.
Daily life on Alfabetweg
For your daily shopping, the PLUS supermarket is just around the corner. A Lidl and a SPAR are a couple of streets away. The Da Vinci College Lammenschans (secondary school) is on your doorstep, and there are several primary schools within a ten-minute walk, such as Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh and Lorentzschool. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality Leiden, which offers a wide range of cultural and leisure facilities.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via Fides makelaars - ERA én NVM.
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About Alfabetweg 9, Leiden
Was €487,500 a fair price for this apartment?
At €487,500 for 69 m², the price per square metre was about €7,065, which was slightly above the neighbourhood average of €6,812 per m². However, the apartment had an A+ energy label, which was very efficient and kept energy costs low. Given that most homes in Cronestein were modern (over 90% built after 2010), the price was in line with the market.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Cronestein is a varied neighbourhood with a mix of social housing, owner-occupied homes and an industrial estate. It is densely populated, with many young adults and students. One resident describes it as 'high-rise is the solution', noting the easy access to the motorway and amenities like a Plus supermarket. The neighbourhood scores 7.25 out of 10 based on one review.
How far is the train station?
The nearest train station is 0.7 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it convenient for commuting to Leiden Centraal or other cities.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The PLUS supermarket is just 244 metres away, so you can walk there in a couple of minutes. Other options include Lidl (839 m), SPAR (844 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 school) is 259 m away. Primary schools include Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh (770 m), Lorentzschool (965 m), and Basisschool De Ley (1 km).
Why was the year of construction not listed?
The agent had not stated the year of construction in the listing. This detail is missing, so we cannot confirm the exact build year. However, the neighbourhood has mostly homes built after 2010, so it is likely a modern property.
