A historic home in the heart of Leiden
This ground-floor apartment sits on the Janvossensteeg, a quiet street in the centre of Leiden, in the Marewijk neighbourhood. Built in 1750, it is a piece of the city's old heart, with a classic facade that fits right into the historic streetscape. The asking price of €285,000 is keen compared with the neighbourhood average asking price of €394,846, which puts it 28% below that figure. For a sense of what else is on the market, you can compare with other apartments in Leiden.
Inside the apartment
The home is a benedenwoning, meaning it sits on the first living floor, with one floor in total. It has two rooms, one bedroom and one bathroom, and a living area of 41 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 45 m². The agent mentions double glazing and a central heating boiler. There is a service charge of €19,000, which is notable. The home is located on a quiet road, in the centre, in a residential area, with an open setting.
Life in Marewijk
Marewijk is a lively part of Leiden's Binnenstad-Noord district, where most homes were built before 1945. Residents of the district give it an average score of 7.61, based on six 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 reviews mention the convenience of nearby shops and the lively student atmosphere, though some note the noise from students and partygoers. The district has a high share of single-person households, at 78%, and many young residents. For more on the area, see the Marewijk neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep, with Dirk just around the corner and Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. For primary education, Vrije School Mareland is a five-minute walk, and De Pionier is a ten-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsencentrum Leiden, Huisartsenpraktijk R.A. van Randeraat, a ten-minute walk, and the Centraal Apotheek Leiden pharmacy is just around the corner. For public transport, the bus stop Leiden, Energiepark is a couple of streets away, with lines 45, 400, 401 and N40, and Leiden Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Leiden offers a compact urban environment where most amenities are within easy reach, as described on the municipality of Leiden.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data, so no comparison with the asking price can be made here. According to public risk data at the address level, the road traffic noise is 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970, and the area is a KCAF attention area. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and elevated by 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 De Wekker Makelaardij Zoetermeer and other listings. The agent is De Wekker Makelaardij Zoetermeer.
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About Janvossensteeg 22, Leiden
How does the asking price compare with other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €285,000 is 28% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €394,846, which makes it keen in comparison. The average asking price per m² in the neighbourhood is €8,926, while this home is listed at €6,951 per m² based on the agent's floor area. There are 13 homes currently for sale in the neighbourhood, with prices ranging from €219,000 to €550,000.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is a ground-floor apartment, a benedenwoning, with one floor. It has two rooms in total, including one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area is 41 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration lists 45 m². The agent mentions double glazing and a central heating boiler. There is a service charge of €19,000.
What is the WOZ value of this home?
The WOZ value is not stated in the available data for this listing. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, which is determined annually and can differ from the asking price. Without this figure, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the official valuation.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public risk data, the road traffic noise at this address is 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 33 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is because the building was constructed before 1970, specifically in 1750, and the postcode area is a KCAF attention area, where 100% of buildings were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication from public data, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is SPAR, just 122 metres away, followed by Dirk at 186 metres and Albert Heijn at 355 metres. There are also Ekoplaza at 522 metres and Jumbo at 610 metres. With 45 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, you have plenty of options for daily groceries.
How far is the nearest school?
The nearest primary school is Vrije School Mareland, at 392 metres, which is about a five-minute walk. De Pionier is at 517 metres, and Haanstra Basisschool at 694 metres. For secondary education, Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden (locatie Socrates) is about 1 kilometre away. There are 93 schools within 5 kilometres.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Leiden, Energiepark, at 303 metres, with lines 45, 400, 401 and N40. Leiden, Pelikaan is at 336 metres with additional line 56, and Leiden, Hooigracht at 423 metres with line 3. Leiden Centraal train station is 886 metres away, about a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like in terms of residents?
Marewijk is part of the Binnenstad-Noord district, where residents give an average score of 7.61 based on six reviews. The district has a high share of single-person households at 78%, and many young residents, with 40% aged 15 to 25 and 36% aged 25 to 45. Reviews mention the lively student atmosphere and the convenience of the central location.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
This listing does not state the WOZ value. As a result, it is not possible to compare the asking price with the municipal valuation. The property details that are present, such as the layout and features, are provided by the agent.
