A classic Leiden apartment in the middle of it all
This apartment on Clarensteeg 38 sits in the heart of Leiden, in the Marewijk neighbourhood. The building dates from 1920 and carries an energy label B. At €360,000, the asking price is keen compared with the average asking price of €400,154 in the neighbourhood. For a sense of what else is on the market, have a look at apartments in Leiden.
Inside the home
The apartment spans two floors and includes three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The agent lists the living area at 58 m², while the BAG registration records 45 m². The home has roof insulation, double glazing and HR glass, and is heated by a combi boiler. It is offered as full ownership and is located on the second floor.
Life in Marewijk
Marewijk is a lively part of Leiden, where most residents are students or young adults. Of the 2,955 people living here, 40% are between 15 and 25 years old, and 78% of households are single-person. Residents of the district give an average score of 7.61, based on six reviews. One resident says: "My neighbourhood is in the centre of Leiden, so everything is close by. I also think it's beautiful. Unfortunately, there is a lack of nature." Another adds: "I moved here two months ago and am very satisfied. I am within a few minutes' walk of the beautiful centre of Leiden." The reviews reflect a busy, student-heavy area with little greenery, but with everything within reach. For more on the area, see the Marewijk neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
A SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep, with Dirk just around the corner and Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, Vrije School Mareland, is a five-minute walk, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium is a ten-minute walk. The GP practice Huisartsencentrum Leiden is a couple of streets away, and the Centraal Apotheek is just around the corner. Bus stops at Energiepark and Pelikaan are a couple of streets away, with lines 45, 400, 401 and N40, and Leiden Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Leiden offers a compact urban environment with all amenities close by, as described in the municipality of Leiden.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €280,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 29% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 27%, from €220,000 to €280,000. As for the area, the road traffic noise level is 59 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the pluvial flooding risk is medium, with a low current flood risk. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and availability
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Hypodomus Leiden and 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.
Frequently asked questions
About Clarensteeg 38, Leiden
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €360,000 is 29% above the WOZ value of €280,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. The price is also keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €400,154.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over two floors. It is located on the second floor. The agent lists the living area at 58 m², while the BAG registration records 45 m². The home has roof insulation, double glazing and HR glass, and is heated by a combi boiler.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. This means the home is relatively energy-efficient compared to less efficient labels, so you can expect moderate energy costs. The home also has roof insulation, double glazing and HR glass, which contribute to its efficiency.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on area-level data, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1920, and 89% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970, which is a factor in the risk indication.
What are the noise levels like in this area?
The road traffic noise level at this address is 59 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Rail traffic noise is 34 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 42 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements inside the home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
A SPAR supermarket is just 88 metres away, on your doorstep. Dirk is 206 metres away, and Albert Heijn is 358 metres away. There are also several other supermarkets within a short distance, including Ekoplaza and Jumbo.
How far is the nearest school?
The nearest primary school is Vrije School Mareland, at 419 metres, which is about a five-minute walk. Other primary schools include De Pionier at 553 metres and Haanstra Basisschool at 655 metres. The nearest secondary school is Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden, at 1,045 metres.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stops are Leiden, Energiepark and Leiden, Pelikaan, both about 317 and 355 metres away, with lines 45, 400, 401 and N40. Leiden Centraal train station is 891 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Marewijk is a lively, student-heavy neighbourhood in the centre of Leiden. Residents of the district give an average score of 7.61, based on six reviews. One resident notes that everything is close by but there is a lack of nature, while another appreciates the lively atmosphere and proximity to the centre.
How has the WOZ value developed over the past five years?
The WOZ value has increased by 27% between 2020 and 2025, from €220,000 to €280,000. This reflects the general upward trend in property values in the area over that period.
