Koolstraat 3F
Noordvest, Leiden
AreaA compact apartment in historic Leiden
This apartment sits in Noordvest, a lively corner of Leiden's old centre where the streets hum with student life and the canals are never far away. Built in 1988, it offers 68 square metres of living space, and at €385,000 the asking price sits 36% below the neighbourhood average of €605,167. That puts it on the sharp side compared with other apartments in Leiden, though the home is also 27% smaller than the typical local property.
What the listing tells us
The agent's description is minimal, so the details are limited. The apartment dates from 1988 and carries an energy label B, which is an efficient label. The living area is 68 square metres according to the BAG registration. Beyond that, the listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms, nor does it mention any garden, balcony, or garage.
Life in Noordvest
Residents of the wider district give their area 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 district is home to 1,730 people, and many of them are students, which shapes the atmosphere. The reviews mention noise from students and partygoers, but also praise the convenience of having shops and services nearby. For a fuller picture of the Noordvest neighbourhood, the data shows a dense urban setting with a high address density.
Amenities and getting around
The daily routine is well covered here. Albert Heijn is just around the corner, with Dirk and SPAR a couple of streets away. De Pionier primary school is on your doorstep, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium is a ten-minute walk. The GP practice De Singel Huisartsen and Boots Apotheek are both a couple of streets away. Bus stops are plentiful: Leiden, Houtmarkt with line 56 is on your doorstep, and Leiden, Pelikaan with lines 45, 56, 400, 401 and N40 is just around the corner. Leiden Centraal station is a ten-minute walk, and the LUMC hospital is within reach. All of this sits within the municipality of Leiden.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value is €433,000 with a reference date of 1 January 2025, and the asking price lies 11% below that figure. Between 2020 and 2025 the WOZ value rose by 57%, from €276,000 to €433,000. As for the address itself, the road-traffic noise level is 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while rail and air traffic stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though this is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is rated medium, and heat stress is medium now and in 2050.
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At the time of writing the home is offered only via April makelaars Vleuten.
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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 Koolstraat 3F, Leiden
How does the asking price compare with the neighbourhood average?
The asking price of €385,000 is 36% below the average asking price of €605,167 in Noordvest. The median asking price in the neighbourhood is €545,000, and prices range from €225,000 to €1,650,000. The home is also smaller than the local average, with 68 square metres against a neighbourhood average of 93 square metres.
What is the WOZ value of this apartment?
The WOZ value is €433,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price of €385,000 lies 11% below this municipal valuation. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has risen by 57%, from €276,000 in 2020 to €433,000 in 2025.
What does the energy label B mean for this home?
Energy label B is an efficient label, which means the home is likely to have reasonable energy costs compared with less efficient labels. The apartment was built in 1988. The listing does not provide further details about insulation or heating installations.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The road-traffic noise level at this address is 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Rail traffic noise is 32 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 42 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements taken inside the home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is low. This is an area-level indication based on public data from KCAF, not an inspection of this specific home. The notes indicate that 100% of the properties in this postcode area were built before 1970, though this apartment itself dates from 1988.
What flood and climate risks apply to this address?
Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is rated medium, while the current flood risk is low and remains low in 2050. Heat stress is rated medium both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas, not an assessment of this specific property.
Which supermarkets are closest to this apartment?
Albert Heijn is the nearest supermarket at 283 metres, followed by Dirk at 560 metres and SPAR at 568 metres. A second Albert Heijn is at 632 metres and Hoogvliet at 740 metres. In total, there are 42 supermarkets within five kilometres of the home.
What schools are near this apartment?
De Pionier primary school is 200 metres away, and Vrije School Mareland is at 634 metres. De Springplank is at 855 metres and De Singel at 915 metres. For secondary education, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden at the Socrates location is 871 metres away.
How is the public transport in this area?
The bus stop Leiden, Houtmarkt with line 56 is 60 metres away. Leiden, Pelikaan with lines 45, 56, 400, 401 and N40 is at 149 metres, and Leiden, Hooigracht with line 3 is at 331 metres. Leiden Centraal train station is 1.25 kilometres away.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the wider district give an average score of 7.61 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident praises the central location and convenience but notes a lack of nature. Another mentions noise from students and partygoers, while a third says the neighbourhood feels lively and safe, with the station nearby and everything reachable by bus.
Why are there no property details in this listing?
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms, nor does it mention any garden, balcony, or garage. The only property details provided are the year of construction, the energy label, and the living area of 68 square metres according to the BAG registration.
