Havenwijk-Zuid, Leiden
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on the Herengracht in Leiden is a rare find: 149 m² of living space in a 1958 building, with an E energy label. The price of €575,000 is 18% above the neighbourhood average of €485,500, but the floor area is nearly three times the local average of 50 m², so you get a lot of space for your money. For context, apartments in Leiden vary widely in size and price.
Havenwijk-Zuid is part of Leiden's historic centre, with 1,810 residents and a very high density (5,750 addresses per km²). It's a mix of ages, with many singles (765 one-person households) and a fair share of over-65s (360). The area is very urban, think canals, restaurants and a lively street scene. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, but the figures speak for themselves: it's a compact, walkable area with everything close by. Learn more about neighbourhood Havenwijk-Zuid.
For your morning bread, Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and Dekamarkt is a couple of streets away. There are several schools within walking distance: primary school De Pionier is a five-minute walk, and secondary schools like Bonaventura College Burggravenlaan are about ten minutes away. The neighbourhood is part of the municipality Leiden, which offers a rich cultural scene and excellent amenities.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Hypodomus Leiden and Funda. The agent has provided full details on the property, so you can get a clear picture of what's on offer.
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Herengracht 81, Leiden
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About Herengracht 81, Leiden
The asking price is 18% above the neighbourhood average of €485,500, but the apartment is also 198% larger than the average home in Havenwijk-Zuid (149 m² vs 50 m²). So per square metre, the price of €3,859 is actually below the neighbourhood average of €10,216/m². That makes it a competitive option for buyers who prioritise space.
The energy label is E, which is less efficient than modern standards. In Havenwijk-Zuid, 50% of homes have label A+ and 50% have label D or lower. An E label means higher energy costs are to be expected, especially for heating. You may want to consider potential improvements, but the listing does not specify any recent upgrades.
Havenwijk-Zuid is very central and walkable. The nearest supermarket (Albert Heijn) is 238 m away, and there are several others within a few hundred metres. Schools, restaurants and a park are all within a ten-minute walk. The train station is 1.9 km away, about a 20-minute walk or a short cycle. It's a lively, urban area with a high density of amenities.
The neighbourhood has a mix of residents: many singles (42% of households), some couples without children (13%) and a smaller share of families with children (8%). The average household size is 1.5. In terms of housing, 23% are owner-occupied and the rest are rental. The area appeals to people who want to live in the centre of Leiden.
Recently sold homes in the neighbourhood took an average of 46 days to sell, with an average sale price of €466,778. That's slightly below the current asking price of this apartment, but the size difference makes direct comparison difficult. The market here is active, with 18 sales recently.
The listing states the property is an apartment with 149 m² of living space, built in 1958.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Havenwijk-Zuid
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