Dijkhoflaan 139
Schenkwijk, Leiden
AreaA bright start in Schenkwijk
This apartment on Dijkhoflaan 139 sits in Schenkwijk, a calm corner of Leiden where the streets feel open and the pace is relaxed. The home dates from 1989 and carries an A++ energy label, which is an efficient label and a strong point for anyone watching their energy costs. At €395,000 the asking price is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €693,750, a difference of 43 percent. That puts it well below the typical figure for apartments in Leiden, though the living area is also smaller than the neighbourhood norm.
Inside the apartment
The apartment spans two floors and offers three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom, with a volume of 273 cubic metres. The agent lists the living area at 83 square metres, while the BAG registration records 86 square metres, so the two sources differ slightly. At 83 square metres the price works out at €4,759 per square metre according to the agent listing. The layout is compact and practical, with the rooms spread over the two levels.
Life in Schenkwijk
Schenkwijk is a small neighbourhood of roughly 1,945 residents, and the housing stock here is almost entirely pre-1990, with all of it built between 1970 and 1990. Across the municipality of Leiden, residents give an average score of 7.46 based on 38 reviews. One resident says: "Living here is fantastic. Beautiful, spacious and affordable apartment with 90m2 floor area. Indoor route to the supermarket. GP and the usual shops like Etos, Kruidvat, Bruna, Hema on the nearby square. Bus lines and main roads within 5 minutes. Also enough schools at every level. In short, 'a place to be'." Another adds: "Cosy flat with many elderly residents. A nice dog walking area that I look out onto. Also a beautiful park. However, too few shops, so little choice unfortunately." The reviews reflect a mix of praise for convenience and a note about limited shopping options. About a quarter of residents are 65 or older, and 38 percent of households include children. For a closer look at the area, see the Schenkwijk neighbourhood.
Daily errands and getting around
Groceries are easy from here, with Albert Heijn and Dirk both just around the corner, and a Jumbo a ten-minute walk away. Two primary schools, Basisschool De Wereldwijzer and De Stevenshof, sit just around the corner, with Anne Frank a couple of streets away. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk op 11 is just around the corner, and Apotheek Stevenshof BV is a couple of streets away. For public transport, bus line 1 stops at Leiden, Stevensbloem on your doorstep, and bus line 2 at Leiden, Charley Tooropweg just around the corner. Leiden De Vink train station is a ten-minute walk. The wider municipality of Leiden offers further amenities within easy reach.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. The address-level risk data from public sources indicates that road traffic noise is 45 dB Lden, railway noise 41 dB Lden and aircraft noise 42 dB Lden, all below the relevant noise standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settlement. Pluvial flooding risk is low, as is current flood risk and flood risk in 2050, while heat stress is currently low but medium by 2050. These are area-level indications based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
About the listing
At the time of writing the home is offered only via MHXog (Maxime Hendrickx OG).
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About Dijkhoflaan 139, Leiden
How does the asking price compare with other homes in Schenkwijk?
The asking price of €395,000 is 43 percent below the neighbourhood average asking price of €693,750. Per square metre the price is 3 percent below the neighbourhood average. The home is smaller than the typical property in the area, with 83 square metres of living area against a neighbourhood average of 142 square metres, which helps explain the lower total price.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment spans two floors and contains three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. The volume is 273 cubic metres. The agent lists the living area at 83 square metres, while the BAG registration records 86 square metres. The home was built in 1989 and carries an A++ energy label.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The home has an A++ energy label, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The label is a strong point of this property, especially since the neighbourhood housing market data shows that none of the current homes for sale in the area carry an A+ label or better.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The address-level risk data shows road traffic noise at 45 dB Lden, railway noise at 41 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 42 dB Lden, all below the relevant noise standards. These figures come from public data sources and are area-level indications rather than measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data. The soil type is clay, which is noted as sensitive to settlement. This is an area-level indication based on public sources such as the Atlas Leefomgeving and KCAF, not an inspection of this specific property.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Albert Heijn and Dirk are both just around the corner at 221 metres from the home, making daily grocery shopping very convenient. A Jumbo is a ten-minute walk away at 1,141 metres, with two further Jumbo locations within about 1.3 kilometres. Residents also mention an indoor route to the supermarket in their reviews.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
Two primary schools are just around the corner at 229 metres: Basisschool De Wereldwijzer and De Stevenshof. Anne Frank primary school is a couple of streets away at 348 metres. For secondary education, the nearest school is 2.2 kilometres away. A resident notes there are enough schools at every level in the area.
How is the public transport from this location?
Bus line 1 stops at Leiden, Stevensbloem on your doorstep at 186 metres, and bus line 2 stops at Leiden, Charley Tooropweg just around the corner at 193 metres. Leiden De Vink train station is a ten-minute walk at 682 metres. A resident mentions bus lines and main roads within 5 minutes.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Across the municipality of Leiden, residents give an average score of 7.46 based on 38 reviews. One resident praises the apartment and amenities, saying "Living here is fantastic" and highlighting the indoor route to the supermarket and nearby shops. Another resident mentions a beautiful park and a nice dog walking area, though they note there are too few shops and little choice.
What is the flood risk for this property?
The address-level risk data indicates that pluvial flooding risk is low, current flood risk is low, and flood risk in 2050 is also low. Heat stress is currently low but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from public climate data, not an assessment of this specific home.
