A bright start in De Vogelwijk
This apartment on the fifth floor of a gallery flat on the Koolmeesstraat sits in De Vogelwijk, a leafy part of Leiderdorp where the streets are named after birds. With 107 square metres of living space and a price of €459,500, it is a substantial home for the money. For context, apartments in Leiderdorp currently average around €4,425 per square metre.
The home itself
Built in 1970, this apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms, all on a single floor. The living area is 107 square metres according to both the BAG registration and the agent's listing, so there is no discrepancy to worry about. The property is located on the fifth floor of the gallery flat, with a volume of 333 cubic metres. The energy label is C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs, though the exact amount will depend on your usage.
Life in De Vogelwijk
Residents of the district give their living environment a solid 8.41 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Good place to live." Another mentions: "Nice neighbourhood shops within walking distance, good bus traffic and beautiful apartment." The neighbourhood has around 2,100 inhabitants, with a mix of ages and household types. Homes here sell quickly, with an average selling time of 17 days, according to the data. The De Vogelwijk neighbourhood is a place where people seem to feel at home.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, and the Dirk is just around the corner. For primary education, De Bron, basisschool bij de Bijbel is a couple of streets away, as is Daltonschool De Leeuwerik. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk van Kempen is a five-minute walk, and the BENU Apotheek Ommedijk is even closer. Bus stops at Vogellaan and Van Poelgeestlaan, served by lines 1 and 2, are just around the corner, and the Winkelhof stop with lines 56 and 410 is a five-minute walk. The nearest train station, Leiden Lammenschans, is about 2.8 kilometres away, within the municipality of Leiderdorp.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €419,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 10% above this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 68%, from €250,000 to €419,000. As for the area, the noise levels from road, rail and air traffic are all below the relevant standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The climate data shows a medium indication for pluvial flooding and heat stress, with a low flood risk now and in 2050.
Source
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Van Rhijn 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 Koolmeesstraat 62, Leiderdorp
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €459,500 is 10% above the WOZ value of €419,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The difference between the asking price and the WOZ value is a fact you can weigh yourself.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This apartment has four rooms, including three bedrooms, all on one floor. It is located on the fifth floor of a gallery flat, with a living area of 107 square metres and a volume of 333 cubic metres. The energy label is C, so expect moderate energy costs.
What is the WOZ value and how has it developed?
The WOZ value is €419,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. Over the past five years, the value has risen by 68%, from €250,000 in 2020 to €419,000 in 2025. This reflects the general trend in the area, not a prediction for this specific home.
What are the noise levels around this address?
The noise levels from road traffic are 42 dB Lden, from rail traffic 25 dB Lden, and from air traffic 42 dB Lden, all measured in 2022 and 2023. None of these exceed the relevant noise standards. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this area?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. The soil consists of clay, which is sensitive to settling. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific property. No further details are available in the listing.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Albert Heijn is on your doorstep, just 116 metres away. The Dirk is 453 metres away, and another Albert Heijn is 502 metres away. For a wider choice, the Lidl is about 1.1 kilometres away and the SPAR about 1.2 kilometres.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
Two primary schools are within a couple of streets: De Bron, basisschool bij de Bijbel at 225 metres, and Daltonschool De Leeuwerik at 239 metres. The Kon Julianaschool is 779 metres away. For secondary education, the nearest school is about 1.2 kilometres away.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus stops at Vogellaan and Van Poelgeestlaan, served by lines 1 and 2, are just around the corner. The Winkelhof stop, with lines 56 and 410, is about 370 metres away. The nearest train station is Leiden Lammenschans, at 2.8 kilometres.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the district give their living environment an average score of 8.41 out of 10, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Good place to live." Another mentions: "Nice neighbourhood shops within walking distance, good bus traffic and beautiful apartment." These reviews describe the district, not specifically this street.
How quickly do homes sell in this neighbourhood?
Homes in this neighbourhood are sold on average within 17 days, according to the data. This is a factual figure about the local market, not a prediction for this specific apartment. The asking price is €459,500, and the average asking price in the neighbourhood is €484,800.
