Dwars Bolwerkstraat 3
Levendaal-Oost, Leiden
NeighbourhoodA historic ground-floor apartment in Leiden
This ground-floor apartment on Dwars Bolwerkstraat 3 sits in the Levendaal-Oost neighbourhood, right in the heart of Leiden. Built in 1750, it's a piece of the city's history, and it's priced at €425,000. That's about 18% below the average asking price of €520,816 for apartments in Leiden, so it's on the sharp side compared to the local market.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this is a two-room apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is listed as 86 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 102 m². The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler, and it comes with a patio/atrium of 11 m². It's a full ownership property, with a monthly HOA fee of €50.
The Levendaal-Oost neighbourhood
Levendaal-Oost is a lively part of Leiden's old centre, with a mix of historic buildings and a young population. Many residents live alone, and the streets are busy with students and young professionals. A resident of the municipality of Leiden gives the area a score of 7.46 out of 10, 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 resident mentions: "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. Only the park is not lit and there are regularly homeless people who also sleep in the bushes! The park is well maintained though. In short, I am very satisfied with the neighbourhood." These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not just this specific neighbourhood. The neighbourhood itself has about 2,900 residents, and it's a very urban area with a high address density.
Amenities and transport
Everyday errands are easy from here. The Dekamarkt supermarket is on your doorstep, just 53 metres away, and there are several other supermarkets within a short walk. For schools, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden is a couple of streets away, and there are primary schools within a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsen Centrum Roodenburg, and the Haven Apotheek pharmacy is just around the corner. For public transport, the bus stop Leiden, Kraaierstraat is right outside, with lines 169, 182, 183 and 187. Leiden Lammenschans train station is about a ten-minute walk. All of this is part of the municipality of Leiden.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €341,000, as of the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 25% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 35%, from €253,000 to €341,000. As for the area, there are some risk indications to note. The noise level from road traffic is 63 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, and this is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. For climate risks, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low, and heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Ivo van der Leek Makelaardij.
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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 Dwars Bolwerkstraat 3, Leiden
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €425,000 is 25% above the WOZ value of €341,000, 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 about 18% below the average asking price for apartments in Leiden, which is €520,816.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this is a ground-floor apartment with two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is listed as 86 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 102 m². It also has a patio/atrium of 11 m². The home has double glazing and a central heating boiler.
What is the WOZ value and how has it developed?
The WOZ value is €341,000, as of the reference date 1 January 2025. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 35%, from €253,000 in 2020 to €341,000 in 2025. This reflects the general upward trend in property values in the area.
What are the noise levels like in this area?
The area has a road traffic noise level of 63 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 33 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this area is medium. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, specifically in 1750, and the entire postcode area is a KCAF attention area. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the climate risks for this location?
The climate risk data shows that pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low, both currently and in 2050. Heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications based on the Klimaateffectatlas.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Dekamarkt is just 53 metres away, so it's on your doorstep. Other supermarkets within walking distance include Hoogvliet at 294 metres, Ekoplaza at 537 metres, and Albert Heijn at 541 metres. There are also many other supermarkets within 5 km.
What schools are in the area?
There are several schools within a short walk. The Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden (locatie Athena) is 579 metres away, and the Bonaventura College Burggravenlaan is 662 metres away. For primary education, OBS Lucas van Leyden is 703 metres away, and Haanstra Basisschool is 708 metres away.
How is the public transport in this neighbourhood?
The bus stop Leiden, Kraaierstraat is just 41 metres away, with lines 169, 182, 183 and 187. There are also stops at Leiden, Plantage and Leiden, Hogewoerd within a few hundred metres. The nearest train station is Leiden Lammenschans, about 1 kilometre away.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Levendaal-Oost is a very urban neighbourhood in the centre of Leiden, with a high address density. It has about 2,900 residents, many of whom live alone. The area has a mix of historic buildings and a young population. Residents of the municipality of Leiden give the area an average score of 7.46 out of 10, based on 38 reviews.
Experiences from Levendaal-Oost
How residents experience their neighbourhood
Nice safe neighbourhood where everything is within easy reach.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €520,816 | €435,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,474 | – |
| Rent price | €1,941 p/m | €2,150 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €29 p/m | – |
Experiences from Binnenstad-Zuid
How residents experience their district
It's right in the centre of Leiden, between the 3 associations. There's not only daytime bustle from tourists but also in the evening from all the students walking through the neighbourhood. Personally, I find it very cosy and not disturbing. Furthermore, there are plenty of nice little restaurants and a supermarket nearby. You live close to the water and the Hortus, so there's plenty to do. Unfortunately, getting into this neighbourhood by car is a bit of a course because you're not allowed everywhere and sometimes you have to take huge detours. In my opinion, there isn't enough greenery in the neighbourhood; we do have a park, but more trees could be planted in the streets and surroundings. Most of the greenery is often from the people who live there, not from the municipality. Otherwise, I'd say the housing situation is fine. There are some association houses, owner-occupied houses, and plenty of rental properties.
Auto-translated to English by AINice safe neighbourhood where everything is within easy reach.
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Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €661,667 | €542,625 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,469 | – |
| Rent price | €2,172 p/m | €2,332 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €39 p/m | – |
Experiences from Leiden
How residents experience their municipality
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".
Auto-translated to English by AII enjoy living here.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy 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. Only the park is not lit and there are regularly homeless people who also sleep in the bushes! The park is well maintained though. In short, I am very satisfied with the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a rather detached part of Leiden, with a strange mix of student complexes and houses. A lot of noise nuisance.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy, everyone chats with each other on the street. We are kept well informed about what is happening in the neighbourhood via a newsletter. And then an information evening is held. In the playground, the neighbourhood police officer could patrol the area more often.
Auto-translated to English by AIThey keep an eye on each other. Everyone has a chat every now and then. More and more young families with children are moving in, so there's a bit more going on. Children playing, nice for the elderly who no longer work but are at home or alone.
Auto-translated to English by AIPolice often around. On the grass field where children play, dogs are often walked and the owners leave the dog poop lying around.
Auto-translated to English by AII don't really have an experience but there are many nice people
Auto-translated to English by AIStatistics for Leiden
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €586,395 | €530,078 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,045 | – |
| Rent price | €1,937 p/m | €1,902 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €27 p/m | – |
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Dwars Bolwerkstraat 3, Leiden
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