A bright apartment on the edge of the park
This apartment on the seventh floor of a 2005 building sits right on the edge of a park, with water nearby and an unobstructed view. It is part of the Roomburg neighbourhood in Leiden, a district where the average asking price for homes currently on the market is €788,500. The asking price for this home is €800,000. For context, there are currently 8 homes for sale in the neighbourhood, and the average price per square metre is €4,760. If you are looking at apartments in Leiden, this one stands out for its size and setting.
A spacious layout with modern comforts
The apartment has 4 rooms, including 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over the seventh floor. The living area is 150 square metres, according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The home is fully insulated with HR glazing, and heating comes from district heating, with partial underfloor heating and a heat recovery system. The property is municipal ground lease, with an annual fee of €2,599. There is also a homeowners' association fee of €240 per month. The setting is described as being next to a park, on the water, in a residential area, with a free view.
Life in Roomburg
Roomburg is a neighbourhood where residents of the wider district give an average score of 7.59, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Nice, friendly neighbourhood where people see each other and help where they can. The authentic appearance of the houses and convenient location relative to the centre of Leiden." Another resident notes: "It's close to EVERYTHING - which is super nice, especially the station! The centre is also nice and close. The people are friendly and not loud. There's a lot of greenery and a park nearby. It's great!" A third resident mentions that police are often around and that dog owners sometimes leave mess on the grass field where children play. The neighbourhood has around 2,900 residents, and about 74% of the homes are owner-occupied. For more on the area, see the Roomburg neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
For groceries, the nearest SPAR is a couple of streets away, with PLUS and Dekamarkt about a ten-minute walk. The nearest primary school, Basisschool St. Joseph, is just around the corner, and the International School Leiden is also close by. The GP practice Huisartsen De Laat de Kanterstraat is a ten-minute walk, and the pharmacy Mosadex Central Filling Apotheek Leiden is just around the corner. Bus line 187 stops at Leiden, Roomburg, a couple of streets away. The nearest train station is Leiden Lammenschans, about a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Leiden offers a range of amenities and services, as described on the municipality of Leiden.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of the home is €742,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 8% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 50%, from €494,000 to €742,000. Regarding the address, the noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. The flood risk is low for both the current situation and 2050, and heat stress is low now but medium by 2050. 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 Hoekstra en van Eck and their listings on Funda and Huispedia.
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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 Drususlaan 203, Leiden
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €800,000 is 8% above the WOZ value of €742,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The asking price is also slightly above the average asking price of €788,500 for homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has 4 rooms in total, including 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It is located on the seventh floor of the building. The living area is 150 square metres, according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing. The home also has a volume of 494 cubic metres.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The home is fully insulated with HR glazing, and heating is provided by district heating with partial underfloor heating and a heat recovery system.
What is the ground lease situation?
The property is municipal ground lease, with an annual fee of €2,599. This is a recurring cost that the owner pays in addition to the purchase price. The ground lease is a factor to consider when budgeting for the total annual costs of owning this home.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The homeowners' association fee is €240 per month. This fee is paid by the owner to cover the costs of maintaining the shared parts of the building, such as the entrance, stairwell, and any common facilities. The fee is a fixed monthly cost that should be included in your budget.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low, according to public data from the Atlas Leefomgeving. The soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling, but the risk level is still indicated as low. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What is the noise situation around this home?
The noise level from road traffic is 49 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 35 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What are the flood and heat stress risks?
The flood risk is low for both the current situation and for 2050. Heat stress is low now, but is expected to be medium by 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not a specific assessment of this property.
What amenities are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is a SPAR, about a couple of streets away. There are also PLUS and Dekamarkt within a ten-minute walk. The nearest primary school, Basisschool St. Joseph, is just around the corner, and the International School Leiden is also close. The GP practice is a ten-minute walk away, and the pharmacy is just around the corner.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus line 187 stops at Leiden, Roomburg, which is a couple of streets away. The nearest train station is Leiden Lammenschans, about a ten-minute walk. This gives you access to both local bus services and the rail network.
What do residents say about the area?
Residents of the wider district give an average score of 7.59, based on seven reviews. One resident says: "Nice, friendly neighbourhood where people see each other and help where they can." Another says: "It's close to EVERYTHING - which is super nice, especially the station!" A third mentions that police are often around and that dog owners sometimes leave mess on the grass field.
How has the WOZ value developed over time?
The WOZ value has risen by 50% between 2020 and 2025, from €494,000 to €742,000. The value increased steadily each year, with the largest jump between 2021 and 2022, from €537,000 to €641,000. The value remained stable at €648,000 for 2023 and 2024, before rising again to €742,000 for 2025.
