A bright start in De Kooi
This 1965 portiekflat on the second floor sits in De Kooi, a lively part of Leiden-Noord. With three bedrooms and 68 m² of living space, it is a practical home for anyone who wants to be close to the city's energy. The asking price of €325,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average of €455,100, as the price per m² is also below the local norm. For more context, you can compare it with other apartments in Leiden.
Inside the flat
The flat has four rooms in total: three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 68 m² according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. It comes with double glazing and a central heating boiler. The property is part of an owners' association, with a monthly contribution of €151.00. The setting is described as in a residential area with a free view.
Life in De Kooi
De Kooi is a neighbourhood where daily life unfolds around the Kooiplein, with shops and a library close by. Residents of the district give their surroundings an average score of 7.13, based on five reviews. One resident says: "I don't really have an experience but there are many nice people." Another is less positive, mentioning "too little police control" and a decline in the area. The neighbourhood has about 6,185 inhabitants, and half of the households are single-person. For a fuller picture, you can look at the De Kooi neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Hoogvliet supermarket is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. For school, Marecollege is on your doorstep, and primary schools De Singel and De Viersprong are a short walk. The GP practice De Singel Huisartsen and Boots Apotheek are both about a ten-minute walk. Bus stops at Zwembad De Zijl and Sumatrastraat are nearby, served by lines 3 and 56, and Leiden Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. The wider area is part of the municipality of Leiden.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price is possible. According to public risk data at address level, the noise from road traffic is 56 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while rail and air traffic noise are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is medium, based on the area's clay soil and the fact that the building dates from 1965. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and flood risk is low now and in 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered only via Makelaarsgilde REMAX.
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About Corantijnstraat 42, Leiden
How does the asking price compare with other homes in De Kooi?
The asking price of €325,000 is 29% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €455,100. The price per m² is also lower than the local average. This is a precomputed comparison based on current listings in De Kooi, not a judgement on the home itself.
What is the layout of this flat?
The flat has four rooms: three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 68 m², according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. It is located on the second floor of a portiekflat built in 1965.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data. The WOZ is the municipal valuation used for taxes, but it is not included in this listing. Without it, no comparison with the asking price can be made.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication is medium, based on public data at address level. The building dates from 1965 and sits on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are near this flat?
The nearest supermarket is Hoogvliet, about 444 metres away. Albert Heijn is at 559 metres, and Lidl at 945 metres. These are within easy walking distance for daily groceries.
Which schools are close by?
Marecollege, a secondary school, is just 176 metres away. Primary schools De Singel and De Viersprong are both at 268 metres. De Springplank is at 345 metres. All are within a short walk.
What public transport options are available?
Bus stops at Zwembad De Zijl and Sumatrastraat are nearby, served by lines 3 and 56. Leiden Centraal train station is about 2.1 km away. No travel times or destinations are stated in the data.
What do residents say about the district?
Residents of the district give an average score of 7.13, based on five reviews. One resident says: "I don't really have an experience but there are many nice people." Another mentions "too little police control" and a decline in the area. These reviews describe the district, not specifically De Kooi.
