Caeciliastraat 1
De Camp, Leiden
AreaA spacious apartment in historic Leiden
This apartment on Caeciliastraat sits in the heart of Leiden, where the streets hum with students and locals. At 138 m² it is unusually large for the area, and the price reflects that: at €650,000 it is 52% above the neighbourhood average of €426,875, but the size is 94% larger than the typical 71 m². For context, apartments in Leiden vary widely, and this one is at the upper end.
The De Camp neighbourhood
De Camp is a dense, urban pocket within Leiden's city centre. With an address density of 5,561 per km², it is very lively. The population skews young: over 40% are between 25 and 45, and a third are students (15-25). Most households are single-person (725 out of 1,225 residents), and only 50 households have children. It is a neighbourhood of renters and small flats, though this apartment is a rare larger owner-occupied home. The De Camp neighbourhood has a mix of historic buildings and modern amenities.
Life on the street
Daily errands are easy: Jumbo is just around the corner, and Dirk, SPAR and AH to go are all within a five-minute walk. For schools, Vrije School Mareland is a couple of streets away, and Haanstra Basisschool is a ten-minute walk. The city centre's restaurants and cafés are on your doorstep, and the park is a ten-minute stroll. The municipality of Leiden offers a compact, walkable environment.
Source and availability
At the time of writing the home is listed via several channels, including Finke makelaars.
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About Caeciliastraat 1, Leiden
Is €650,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price is €650,000, which is 52% above the neighbourhood average of €426,875. However, this apartment is 138 m², while the average in De Camp is 71 m², so the price per m² (€4,710) is actually below the neighbourhood average of €7,040 per m². Given the size, the price is in line with the market.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is E. This is an official registration (EP-Online). Label E is on the lower end of the scale, so you can expect higher energy costs compared to more efficient homes. The label does not necessarily indicate poor insulation, it could be due to the heating system or ventilation.
How is the neighbourhood for daily life?
De Camp is very central and lively. There are several supermarkets within a five-minute walk, including Jumbo, Dirk and SPAR. Restaurants are on your doorstep (0.1 km). The nearest primary school is Vrije School Mareland at 464 m. The area is densely built with many young residents and students.
What is the public transport like?
Leiden Centraal train station is 1.2 km away, about a 15-minute walk.
How old is the building and what condition is it in?
The building was constructed in 1850. The listing does not provide details about the condition of the installations, roof or other elements. The energy label E suggests that some aspects may be dated, but no specific defects are mentioned.
Are there any reviews from residents?
There are no resident reviews available for De Camp in the listing data. The neighbourhood statistics show a young, student-heavy population with many single-person households.
