A third-floor apartment on a busy road
This apartment on Europaplein 32A sits in the Sonnenborgh neighbourhood of Leeuwarden, a part of town where life unfolds at its own pace. The home is on the third floor of a building from 1969, with a free view from the balcony. At €219,000, the asking price is 24% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which comes to €288,227. Compared with other apartments in Leeuwarden, this one is priced keenly.
The home itself
The apartment has three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is 56 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 54 m². The home has HR+ glazing and is set on a busy road, in a residential area, with a free view. It is municipal property subject to ground rent of €441 per year, and the homeowners' association fee is €210 per month.
Life in Sonnenborgh
Sonnenborgh is a neighbourhood where residents have mixed experiences, according to reviews from the wider district. One resident who has lived here for 25 years says: "I have been living here pleasantly for 25 years. My children grew up here and now I have my house to myself. The neighbourhood is fine and the city centre is walkable. Green spaces and a nice large garden." Another resident describes it as "calm and quiet," noting that "everyone keeps to themselves but it's a calm and peaceful neighbourhood." However, a third review mentions issues with rubbish bags, seagulls, and loitering youths in the evening. Based on six reviews, the district scores an average of 7.48 out of 10. The neighbourhood has about 1,740 residents, with a mix of ages and household types. For more on the area, see the Sonnenborgh neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Jumbo supermarket is just around the corner, with Aldi and another Jumbo a couple of streets away. For primary education, IKC Albertine Agnes is a five-minute walk, and the secondary school!mpulse Leeuwarden is also close by. The GP practice Huisartspraktijk R. Baarsma is a ten-minute walk, and Apotheek Kouwenhoven is just around the corner. Bus stop Leeuwarden, Europaplein is on your doorstep with line 71, and Leeuwarden train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Leeuwarden offers these amenities within easy reach, as described on the municipality of Leeuwarden.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this apartment is €174,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price is 26% above that value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 55%, from €112,000 to €174,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 62 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while railway and aircraft noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on area-level data: the building dates from 1969 on clay soil, and 2% of properties in this postcode area have an elevated risk of pile rot. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and flood risk is low both now and in 2050. 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 POPMA MAKELAARS and POPMA MAKELAARS on Funda.
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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 Europaplein 32A, Leeuwarden
How does the asking price compare with the WOZ value?
The asking price of €219,000 is 26% above the WOZ value of €174,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price also sits 24% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €288,227. This comparison is based on the precomputed figures in the listing.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has three rooms in total: two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 56 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 54 m². The home is on the third floor and has a balcony with a free view. It is set on a busy road within a residential area.
What is the energy label and what does it mean for costs?
The energy label is C. This label indicates a moderate level of energy efficiency, so you can expect reasonable but not minimal energy costs. The home has HR+ glazing, which helps with insulation. The label is a fact from the listing, and the actual costs will depend on your usage and energy prices.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated, based on area-level data. The building dates from 1969 and is on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. In this postcode area, 2% of properties have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 62 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm, based on 2022 data. Railway noise is 27 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 40 dB Lden, both below the norm. These figures come from public data at the address level and are indications, not measurements inside the home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Jumbo, about 372 metres away, which is a five-minute walk. Aldi and another Jumbo are about 512 metres away, and Lidl and Poiesz are about 661 metres away. These are all within easy walking distance for daily groceries.
What schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school is IKC Albertine Agnes, about 207 metres away, and Talentencampus Eigen Wijs Regulier is about 308 metres away. For secondary education,!mpulse Leeuwarden is about 314 metres away, and Montessori High School is about 372 metres away. All are within a short walk.
How is the public transport connection from here?
The nearest bus stop is Leeuwarden, Europaplein, about 127 metres away, served by line 71. Other stops include Leeuwarden, WTC with lines 10, 97, and 197, and Leeuwarden, Westeinde with lines 71, 97, and 197. The nearest train station is Leeuwarden, about 1.5 km away.
What do residents say about living in this area?
Residents of the district give an average score of 7.48 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says: "I have been living here pleasantly for 25 years. The neighbourhood is fine and the city centre is walkable." Another describes it as "calm and quiet." However, a third review mentions issues with rubbish and loitering youths in the evening. These reviews reflect the wider district, not just this specific neighbourhood.
What is the ground rent and HOA fee for this apartment?
The property is municipal property subject to ground rent of €441 per year. The homeowners' association fee is €210 per month. These are the figures stated in the listing, and they are part of the ongoing costs of owning this apartment.
