César Franckstraat 15D
Sonnenborgh, Leeuwarden
AreaA quiet spot in Sonnenborgh
This apartment sits in Sonnenborgh, a calm residential pocket of Leeuwarden where the streets feel peaceful and the city centre is within walking distance. It is a portiekflat on the third floor, built in 1955, with a free view. At €199,000, it is the cheapest of the ten homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood, and the asking price sits 32% below the neighbourhood average of €294,400. That makes it a sharp price for this part of town. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Leeuwarden is higher than what this home asks.
Inside the home
According to the agent, the apartment has four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom spread over three floors, with a balcony. The living area is listed as 65 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 84 m². The home has HR glazing and wall insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler. It is municipal leasehold property, with an annual ground rent of €442. The homeowners' association fee is €132 per month.
Life in Sonnenborgh
Sonnenborgh is a mixed neighbourhood of about 1,720 residents, where just over half of households are single-person. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.48 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident, who has lived here for 25 years, says: "I have been living here pleasantly for 25 years. My children grew up here and now I have my house to myself. The neighbourhood is fine and the city centre is walkable. Green spaces and a nice large garden." Another resident describes it as "calm and peaceful", though a third notes that "a few years ago, the neighbourhood was a pleasant and safe environment" but now mentions litter and loitering youths. The reviews reflect a range of experiences, so it is worth reading them in full. The Sonnenborgh neighbourhood has its own character within Leeuwarden.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. A Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, with an Aldi and another Jumbo a couple of streets away. For primary education, IKC Albertine Agnes is a five-minute walk, and Talentencampus Eigen Wijs Regulier is also close. The nearest GP is Huisartspraktijk R. Baarsma, about a ten-minute walk, and Apotheek Kouwenhoven is a couple of streets away. Bus stop Leeuwarden, Europaplein is on your doorstep with line 71, and Leeuwarden, Westeinde offers lines 71, 97 and 197. The train station Leeuwarden is about a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Leeuwarden provides the wider services and connections.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home was €193,000 on 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 3% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 72%, from €112,000 to €193,000. As for the address, the road traffic noise level is 57 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and aircraft noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication for this area is elevated, based on the clay soil and the pre-1970 construction, and the pluvial flooding risk is low. These are area-level indications from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including De Vos Makelaardij B.V. on Funda.
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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 César Franckstraat 15D, Leeuwarden
How does the asking price compare to other homes in Sonnenborgh?
The asking price of €199,000 is the lowest among the ten homes currently for sale in Sonnenborgh. It sits 32% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €294,400. The average asking price per square metre in the neighbourhood is €2,866, while this home is listed at €3,062 per m² based on the agent's floor area. The price is also 3% above the WOZ value of €193,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, the apartment has four rooms, three bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over three floors. It is a portiekflat on the third floor with a balcony. The living area is listed as 65 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 84 m². The home has HR glazing and wall insulation, and is heated by a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ value and how has it developed?
The WOZ value was €193,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 3% above that value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 72%, from €112,000 in 2020 to €193,000 in 2025. This reflects the municipal valuation, not the current market value.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The road traffic noise level at this address is 57 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail noise is 27 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These figures come from public data and are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this area is elevated. The home was built in 1955 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. According to the Klimaateffectatlas, 2% of properties in this neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets and schools are nearby?
A Jumbo supermarket is about 335 metres away, with an Aldi and another Jumbo at about 573 metres. For primary education, IKC Albertine Agnes is about 213 metres away, and Talentencampus Eigen Wijs Regulier is about 257 metres. There are also secondary schools within a short walk, including!mpulse Leeuwarden and Montessori High School.
How is the public transport in this area?
The nearest bus stop is Leeuwarden, Europaplein, about 169 metres away, served by line 71. Leeuwarden, Westeinde is about 549 metres away with lines 71, 97 and 197. The train station Leeuwarden is about 1.5 kilometres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.48 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident who has lived there for 25 years says it is fine and the city centre is walkable, with green spaces. Another calls it calm and peaceful, while a third mentions litter and loitering youths in the evening. The reviews reflect a mix of experiences.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is D. This is a mid-range label, so energy costs will be moderate compared to more efficient homes. The agent states that the home has HR glazing and wall insulation, which can help with energy efficiency. The label itself does not indicate the condition of the building.
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, the homeowners' association fee is €132 per month. This is a common cost for apartments and covers shared maintenance and services. The home is municipal leasehold property, with an annual ground rent of €442.
