A historic apartment in the heart of Leiden
This apartment on Haarlemmerstraat puts you right in the thick of Leiden's historic centre. This listing did not state an energy label. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself. At €400,000, the asking price was 24% below the neighbourhood average of €525,679, which made it keen compared to other apartments in Leiden. This home has not been online since 24 July 2026.
Life in Marewijk
Marewijk is a lively, student-filled neighbourhood right in the centre. Based on two reviews, one resident says: "My neighbourhood is in the centre of Leiden, so everything is close by. I also think it's beautiful. Unfortunately, there is a lack of nature." Another adds: "I moved here two months ago and am very satisfied. I am within a few minutes' walk of the beautiful centre of Leiden." The area is densely built up with mostly pre-war housing, and the streets are busy with students and locals. The Marewijk neighbourhood has a very high address density, so you'll find shops, cafés and services on your doorstep.
Daily life on Haarlemmerstraat
For your daily shopping, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and SPAR and Dirk are a couple of streets away. The nearest primary school, De Pionier, is a five-minute walk, and Bonaventura College for secondary education is about a ten-minute walk. The central station is a 1.7 km walk, and the city's restaurants and cafés are on your doorstep. The municipality of Leiden offers a compact, walkable city centre with all amenities close by.
Source and availability
When this home was still on the market, it was available through several channels, including Hoekstra & Van Eck Leiden and Pararius.
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About Haarlemmerstraat 266-266A, Leiden
Was €400,000 a fair price for this apartment?
The asking price of €400,000 was 24% below the average asking price in Marewijk (€525,679) and also below the median of €410,000. The floor area of 57 m² is 25% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 76 m². Given the central location and historic building, the price appeared keen relative to other apartments in the area.
What is the energy label?
The agent had not provided this information, so the home's energy performance was unknown.
How is the neighbourhood for students?
Marewijk is very popular with students. Around 40% of residents are aged 15,25, and the area has a lively, busy feel. One resident noted that there is often noise from students and partygoers, but that it's nothing unexpected. The centre and station are within walking distance.
What amenities are nearby?
Albert Heijn supermarket is 194 m away, and there are several other supermarkets within a short walk. Primary school De Pionier is 323 m away, and Bonaventura College secondary school is 906 m away. The central station is 1.7 km, and restaurants and cafés are on your doorstep.
Why were there no property details in this listing?
Hoekstra & Van Eck Leiden had published only the street and price on Pararius. As a result, the rest of this page is mainly about the street and the neighbourhood, not the home itself.
Is the home in a historic building?
Yes, the apartment is in a building from 1750, which is typical for the centre of Leiden. The entire neighbourhood consists of pre-war housing.
