A calm spot by the water
This apartment on Brugwacht 28 sits in Leyhof, a residential area in Leiderdorp where the streets are quiet and the view is open. The home is on the first floor of a building from 1997, with a balcony and a built-on stone garage plus a parking cellar. At €798,000, the asking price is on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €714,500. For context, the average asking price per square metre in Leyhof is €4,733, while this home asks €5,911 per square metre. If you are looking at apartments in Leiderdorp, this one stands out for its size and its position by the water.
Inside the home
The apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is 135 square metres, according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The home is fully owned, so there is no leasehold. The agent mentions insulation in the roof, walls and floor, as well as double glazing, and heating runs on a central heating boiler. There is a balcony, and the garage is built onto the building. The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €370.
Life in Leyhof
Leyhof is a relatively new neighbourhood, and most residents were the first to move into their homes. Across the municipality of Leiderdorp, residents give their living environment an average score of 8 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "The neighbourhood is a safe, luxurious area where you can raise your children well." Another notes: "I don't have much contact with neighbours myself, but everyone is friendly and I feel safe in my neighbourhood." The neighbourhood has around 2,400 residents, and about 40% of households include children. If you want to know more, have a look at the Leyhof neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
The Hoogvliet supermarket is on your doorstep, just 95 metres away, which makes everyday shopping very easy. Albert Heijn and Dirk are a ten-minute walk. For primary education, 't Bolwerk and De Hobbit are both a couple of streets away, and the Visser 't Hooft Lyceum for secondary education is also close. The GP practice van Kempen is a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy Boehmer is just beyond that. Bus stops on Dijkwacht and Leyhof/Torenwacht are served by lines 1 and 3, and Leiden Centraal station is about 3.6 kilometres away. The municipality of Leiderdorp is well served by these connections, as you can see on the page for the municipality of Leiderdorp.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home was set at €732,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 9% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 73%, from €424,000 to €732,000. As for the area around the address, the noise from road traffic, rail and aircraft is all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement. The indication for pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, and the current flood risk is medium, as is the risk for 2050. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Drieman Garantiemakelaars Bodegraven and other Drieman offices.
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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.
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About Brugwacht 28, Leiderdorp
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €798,000 is 9% above the WOZ value of €732,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price is also on the high side compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €714,500.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 135 square metres, according to both the BAG registration and the agent. There is a balcony, and the home includes a built-on stone garage and a parking cellar. The property is fully owned, so there is no leasehold.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is B. This is an efficient label, so you can expect relatively moderate energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The agent also mentions insulation in the roof, walls and floor, as well as double glazing. Heating runs on a central heating boiler.
What is the homeowners' association contribution?
The monthly homeowners' association contribution is €370. This amount is stated in the listing.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. The soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The flood risk is currently medium, and the risk for 2050 is also medium.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The Hoogvliet supermarket is just 95 metres away, so you can walk there in under a minute. Albert Heijn and Dirk are both about 800 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk. There are 33 supermarkets within five kilometres, so you have plenty of choice.
What public transport options are nearby?
The nearest bus stop is Leiderdorp, Dijkwacht, about 70 metres away, served by lines 1 and 3. The stop Leyhof/Torenwacht is 280 metres away, also with lines 1 and 3. Leiden Centraal train station is about 3.6 kilometres from the home.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the municipality of Leiderdorp give their living environment an average score of 8 out of 10, based on seven reviews. One resident says the neighbourhood is safe and well-maintained, with a close-knit community. Another mentions that there are several primary schools nearby and that they feel safe.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value of this home rose by 73%, from €424,000 to €732,000. The value increased each year, with the largest jump between 2024 and 2025, from €590,000 to €732,000. This development is based on municipal data.
