A historic apartment in the heart of Leiden
This apartment on the Breestraat sits in the Pieterswijk, one of Leiden's oldest quarters, where the streets hum with students and the canals mirror centuries of gabled facades. The home itself dates from 1650, so you are buying a piece of the city's story. With a floor area of around 50 square metres, it is compact but full of character. The asking price of €325,000 is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes in at €740,711. For a sense of what else is on the market, have a look at apartments in Leiden.
Inside the home
This apartment occupies the second living floor of the building and comprises two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom. The home has partial double glazing and is heated by a central heating boiler. It is offered in full ownership, so there is no leasehold to consider. The usable floor area is listed as 50 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration records 51 square metres. The energy label is F, which means you can expect higher energy costs than with more efficient labels.
Life in the Pieterswijk
Residents across the municipality of Leiden give their living environment an average score of 7.46, based on 39 reviews. One resident says: "I enjoy living here." Another describes the area as "a place to be", praising the amenities within reach. The neighbourhood itself is home to around 2,975 people, and a large share of households are single-person. The streets are lively, with a mix of students and long-time locals. For more on what this quarter has to offer, read about the Pieterswijk neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. Ekoplaza is on your doorstep, Hoogvliet is just around the corner, and Dekamarkt is a five-minute walk away. For primary education, Haanstra Basisschool is a couple of streets away, and OBS Lucas van Leyden is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Cazander, a five-minute walk, and Centraal Apotheek Leiden is just around the corner. Bus stops at Korevaarstraat and Breestraat are on your doorstep, with lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 54, 56 and 169. Leiden Lammenschans station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Leiden is a compact city where most daily needs are within easy reach, as described on the municipality of Leiden.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €331,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 2% below this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 41%, from €234,000 to €331,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, and this is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate indications for pluvial flooding and flood risk are low, while heat stress is currently medium and is expected to become elevated by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, this home is offered via multiple channels, including RE/MAX. The listing has been available since 29 October 2026.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Breestraat 171B, Leiden
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €325,000 is 2% below the WOZ value of €331,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also 56% below the average asking price in the Pieterswijk, which is €740,711, though this home is smaller than the neighbourhood average.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has two rooms in total: one bedroom and one bathroom. It is located on the second living floor of the building and has a floor area of about 50 square metres according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 51 square metres. The home is offered in full ownership, so there is no leasehold.
What does the energy label F mean for this home?
Energy label F is one of the least efficient labels, so you can expect relatively high energy costs for heating and electricity. The home has partial double glazing and a central heating boiler, according to the agent. The label itself does not say anything about the condition of the building, only about its energy performance.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on public data at area level. This is not an inspection of the specific home. The building dates from 1650, and the entire postcode area falls within a KCAF attention zone, meaning all properties were built before 1970. This is an indication, not a diagnosis.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail traffic noise is 34 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 42 dB Lden, both below the norm. These figures come from public data for the address and are area-level indications, not measurements inside the home.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
Ekoplaza is about 116 metres away, so on your doorstep. Hoogvliet is 196 metres away, just around the corner. Dekamarkt is 474 metres away, a five-minute walk. Albert Heijn and SPAR are also within about 500 metres. You will not have to walk far for your groceries.
What public transport options are available nearby?
Bus stops at Korevaarstraat and Breestraat are within about 200 metres, with lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 54, 56 and 169. The stop at Hogewoerd is also close, with lines 3, 45, 56, 400, 401 and N40. Leiden Lammenschans train station is about 1.1 kilometres away, a ten-minute walk.
What schools are near this home?
Haanstra Basisschool is about 312 metres away, a couple of streets away. OBS Lucas van Leyden is 349 metres away, a five-minute walk. There are also several other primary schools within a kilometre, including Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh and De Pionier. Secondary schools are about 1.7 kilometres away on average.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value of this home rose by 41%, from €234,000 to €331,000. The value increased each year, with the largest jump between 2024 and 2025. This reflects the general trend in the area, but the WOZ value is set by the municipality and is not the same as the market value.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents across the municipality of Leiden give their living environment an average score of 7.46, based on 39 reviews. One resident says: "I enjoy living here." Another describes the area as "a place to be", praising the amenities within reach. These reviews cover the whole municipality, not just the Pieterswijk.
