Nieuwestad, Leeuwarden
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Bagijnestraat sits in the lively centre of Leeuwarden, where the streets hum with cafés and boutiques. At 85 m² it is compact for the area, and with an energy label A it is unusually efficient for a building from 1850. The asking price of €495,000 is in line with the market, given that the average for apartments in Leeuwarden is around €498,000.
Nieuwestad is the historic core of Leeuwarden, with narrow streets and old buildings. It is a dense, urban area with a very strong city feel, the address density is over 4,400 addresses per km². Most homes here are apartments, and three-quarters have an A energy label. The population is young, with many single-person households and few families with children. There are no neighbourhood reviews available for this area.
Your daily shopping is just around the corner: a SPAR is 186 m away, and an Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk. For fresh bread or a quick lunch, the AH to go is 520 m away. A primary school, Openbare Jenaplan Basisschool Oldenije, is on your doorstep, and secondary schools like Stedelijk Gymnasium are a ten-minute walk. The train station is 1.1 km away, so a pleasant stroll gets you there. The municipality of Leeuwarden offers a wide range of cultural and leisure amenities.
At the time of writing the home is listed through several channels, including Makelaardij Friesland Drachten and Makelaardij Friesland.
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Bagijnestraat 68, Leeuwarden
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About Bagijnestraat 68, Leeuwarden
The asking price of €495,000 is very close to the neighbourhood average of €498,167 and the median of €485,000. Given that the apartment is 85 m² while the neighbourhood average is 141 m², the price per m² is higher, but the energy label A and central location justify the figure. It is in line with the market.
The apartment has an energy label A, which is excellent for a property built in 1850. This suggests the home has been thoroughly modernised with insulation, efficient heating, and possibly double glazing. In the neighbourhood, 75% of homes have label A, so it fits the local trend.
The neighbourhood recorded 203 total crimes, but without a breakdown or comparison it is hard to judge. As a central urban area, it is typical for a city centre to have some activity. The area is popular with young people and has a lively atmosphere.
The train station is 1.1 km from the apartment, which is about a 14-minute walk. It is a comfortable distance for a daily commute or for trips out of the city.
Yes, there are several supermarkets within walking distance. The nearest is a SPAR at 186 m, followed by an Albert Heijn at 330 m, an AH to go at 520 m, an Ekoplaza at 572 m, and a Jumbo at 704 m. Daily groceries are very convenient.
A primary school, Openbare Jenaplan Basisschool Oldenije, is just 52 m away. For secondary education, Stedelijk Gymnasium is 545 m away and Chr. Gymnasium Beyers Naudé is 846 m away. There are also other schools within a short distance.
The listing does not mention parking. In the city centre, parking is often on-street with permits or paid parking. You would need to check with the municipality for options.
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