A historic apartment in the heart of Leiden
This apartment on Breestraat sits right in the lively centre of Leiden, surrounded by the bustle of students and tourists. The 95 m² home dates from 1650 and has an energy label C, so you get a mix of old character and reasonable efficiency. At €449,000, the asking price was 37% below the neighbourhood average of €716,500, making it a keen entry into the market for apartments in Leiden. This home has not been online since 14 September 2026.
Pieterswijk: busy but cosy
Pieterswijk is the historic core of Leiden, with narrow streets and canals. One resident describes it as "busy but cosy", noting the daytime tourist crowds and evening student footfall, but finding it not disturbing. They appreciate the many restaurants and the nearby supermarket, as well as the proximity to water and the Hortus. The same resident points out that driving in the neighbourhood is tricky due to restrictions and detours, and that greenery is limited. Based on one review, the neighbourhood scores 6.88 out of 10. The neighbourhood Pieterswijk is home to mostly young adults and students, with a very high population density.
Life on the street
For daily groceries, Ekoplaza is just around the corner, and Hoogvliet is a couple of streets away. There are also Dekamarkt, Albert Heijn and SPAR within a ten-minute walk. For primary schools, Haanstra Basisschool is a five-minute walk, and OBS Lucas van Leyden is also close by. The municipality Leiden offers a rich cultural scene, with restaurants and a park within easy reach.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was listed via Frans Spendel Makelaardij and also appeared on other channels.
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About Breestraat 165F, Leiden
Was €449,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price was 37% below the average asking price in Pieterswijk (€716,500), which was notably low. However, the apartment is 95 m², while the neighbourhood average for sold homes is 113 m².
What is the neighbourhood like?
Pieterswijk is the historic centre of Leiden, very lively with students and tourists. One resident calls it 'busy but cosy' and appreciates the restaurants and proximity to water. However, driving is difficult due to restrictions, and greenery is limited. The neighbourhood has a very high density of addresses and is mostly made up of young adults.
How far is the train station?
Leiden Centraal station is 1.4 km away, about a 17-minute walk or a short bike ride.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Ekoplaza is 105 metres away, Hoogvliet at 209 metres, and Dekamarkt, Albert Heijn and SPAR are all within 500 metres. You have plenty of options for daily shopping within a few minutes' walk.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is C, which is average for a historic building. It means the home is reasonably efficient but not as good as modern standards.
Are there schools nearby?
Yes, Haanstra Basisschool is 307 metres away and OBS Lucas van Leyden is 349 metres away. Several other primary schools are within a kilometre. Secondary schools are about 1.7 km away.
How many homes were for sale in the neighbourhood?
At the time, 20 homes were for sale in Pieterswijk, with prices ranging from €239,000 to €2,275,000. The median asking price was €600,000, so this apartment was below the median.
