A historic apartment with an A label
This apartment on Kruitschip sits in the heart of Leiden's historic centre, where the streets hum with students and locals. At 61 m² it's compact but efficient, and with an energy label A you won't be pouring money into heating. The last known price of €475,000 was exactly the median for the neighbourhood, so it was in line with the market. For context, the average price per m² here was €9,566, and this home matched that. If you're looking at apartments in Leiden, this one was fairly priced. This home has not been online since 21 July 2026.
Levendaal-West: a lively, urban pocket
Levendaal-West is a dense, historic neighbourhood with 1,100 residents packed into just 627 homes, mostly pre-war buildings. It's a young area: the largest age group is 25 to 45, and many households are single people. The streets are busy, with 6,208 addresses per km², so you're right in the thick of things. There are no resident reviews available for this neighbourhood, but the figures paint a picture of a vibrant, central spot. The neighbourhood Levendaal-West is all about city living.
Daily life on your doorstep
For groceries, Hoogvliet is just around the corner, and Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away for organic bits. There are two primary schools within a five-minute walk: OBS Lucas van Leyden and Haanstra Basisschool. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and the city's restaurants and cafés are practically on your doorstep. The municipality Leiden has everything you need within easy reach.
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When this home was still on the market, it was listed only via RE/MAX.
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About Kruitschip 32, Leiden
Was €475,000 a fair price for this apartment?
Yes, it was right at the median price for apartments in Levendaal-West, where the median was also €475,000. The average price per m² was €9,566, and this home worked out to about €7,787 per m², so it was slightly below average for the area. Given the energy label A and central location, it was a reasonable asking price.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Levendaal-West is a very urban, historic area with mostly pre-war buildings. It's popular with young professionals and students, the largest age group is 25 to 45. There are many single-person households, and the streets are lively. The crime rate is moderate, with 60 total offences recorded.
How far is the train station?
Leiden Centraal station is 1.3 km away, about a ten-minute walk. That gives you direct trains to Amsterdam, The Hague, and other major cities.
What supermarkets are nearby?
Hoogvliet is just 116 metres away, so you can pop out for milk in a minute. Ekoplaza is 239 metres, SPAR 402 metres, and Dekamarkt 457 metres. Albert Heijn is a bit further at 642 metres.
Is there a garden or outdoor space?
The listing did not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The plot size is not stated, so it's best to assume there is no private outdoor space, typical for a historic centre apartment.
