A historic apartment in the heart of Leeuwarden
This apartment on Eewal 85 sits in the Grote Kerkbuurt, right in the centre of Leeuwarden. The building dates from 1880 and carries energy label C. With an asking price of €250,000, the price is keen compared with the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For context, apartments in Leeuwarden are listed at various price points, and this one sits below the neighbourhood average of €403,933.
Inside the apartment
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over one floor. The living area is 57 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 64 m². The home has a central heating boiler and is offered as freehold ownership. There is a monthly homeowners' association fee of €124.78. The agent notes that the property has no insulation.
The Grote Kerkbuurt neighbourhood
This is a compact, historic part of the city, with narrow streets and old buildings. Residents of the municipality of Leeuwarden give their living environment an average score of 7.27, based on 56 reviews. One resident describes the area as an "atmospheric neighbourhood with nice neighbours," adding that "you can feel the history, you can walk straight into the city centre." Another resident, however, mentions deterioration and division among neighbours. The neighbourhood itself has around 1,320 inhabitants, many of them young adults. For more on the area, see the Grote Kerkbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Ekoplaza is on your doorstep, and the SPAR is just around the corner. The Jumbo is a couple of streets away. For schools, the Stedelijk Gymnasium is a five-minute walk, and the Openbare Jenaplan Basisschool Oldenije is just around the corner. The nearest GP, Compas Huisartsenpraktijk, is a five-minute walk, and the Alphega Centraal Apotheek is just around the corner. Bus stops at Wissesdwinger and Oosterkade are both a couple of streets away, with lines 6, 10, 62, 72, 73, 695 and 3, 8, 9, 11, 13 respectively. Leeuwarden train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Leeuwarden offers a range of services and connections, as described on the municipality of Leeuwarden.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this property was €233,000 on 1 January 2025. The asking price is 7% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 94%, from €120,000 to €233,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is elevated, and pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk is low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Hellema Makelaars.
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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 Eewal 85, Leeuwarden
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €250,000 is 7% above the WOZ value of €233,000, 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 €403,933.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 57 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 64 m². The home has a central heating boiler and is offered as freehold ownership.
What is the WOZ value and how has it developed?
The WOZ value was €233,000 on 1 January 2025. Over the past five years, it has risen by 94%, from €120,000 in 2020 to €233,000 in 2025. This reflects the general upward trend in property values in the area.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public data, the noise level from road traffic is 51 dB Lden, which is above the norm. Rail traffic noise is 28 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 35 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level indications based on 2022 and 2023 data.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated. This is based on the building year of 1880 and the clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In this postcode area, 90% of buildings were constructed before 1970, and 16% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are nearby?
The Ekoplaza supermarket is on your doorstep, and the SPAR is just around the corner. The Jumbo is a couple of streets away. For schools, the Stedelijk Gymnasium is a five-minute walk, and the Openbare Jenaplan Basisschool Oldenije is just around the corner. The nearest GP is Compas Huisartsenpraktijk, a five-minute walk away, and the Alphega Centraal Apotheek is just around the corner.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus stops at Wissesdwinger and Oosterkade are both a couple of streets away, with lines 6, 10, 62, 72, 73, 695 and 3, 8, 9, 11, 13 respectively. Leeuwarden train station is a ten-minute walk, offering connections to the wider region.
What is the neighbourhood like?
The Grote Kerkbuurt is a historic part of Leeuwarden's centre, with old buildings and a compact layout. Residents of the municipality give their living environment an average score of 7.27 out of 10, based on 56 reviews. Some praise the atmosphere and history, while others mention deterioration and neighbour issues.
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, there is a monthly homeowners' association fee of €124.78. This is a common arrangement for apartments, covering shared maintenance and insurance. The fee is stated in the listing.
