A grand old apartment in Leiden's historic heart
This apartment sits on Kruitschip 41 in Levendaal-West, right in the middle of Leiden's historic centre. Built in 1892, it is a portiekflat with a real sense of history, yet it carries an energy label A. The last known asking price of €639,000 was on the high side, which was precomputed against the neighbourhood average asking price of €501,591. For context, that was 27% above the average, and the price per square metre of €7,261 was 5% above the neighbourhood average. If you are looking at apartments in Leiden, this one sits at the upper end of the market. This home has not been online since 30 September 2026.
Inside the home
The apartment spans two floors and includes three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area was listed at 88 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 81 m². The total volume comes to 320 m³. According to the agent, the home was fully insulated and heated by block heating. It was offered as freehold ownership, with a homeowners' association fee of €309.58 per month. The setting is described as alongside a park, in the centre, with an unobstructed view.
Levendaal-West
Levendaal-West is a compact neighbourhood with 1,085 residents, and it is a place where most households are single people, 73% to be precise. Residents across the municipality of Leiden give their living environment an average score of 7.46, based on 38 reviews. One resident says: "Living here is fantastic. Beautiful, spacious and affordable apartment with 90m2 floor area. Indoor route to the supermarket. GP and the usual shops like Etos, Kruidvat, Bruna, Hema on the nearby square. Bus lines and main roads within 5 minutes. Also enough schools at every level. In short, 'a place to be'." Another resident mentions: "Cosy flat with many elderly residents. A nice dog walking area that I look out onto. Also a beautiful park. However, too few shops, so little choice unfortunately." These reviews describe the wider municipality, so they give a flavour of the area rather than this specific street. The neighbourhood itself is part of the Levendaal-West neighbourhood, where 100% of the homes were built before 1945.
Daily life and getting around
Groceries are never far away, with Hoogvliet on your doorstep, Ekoplaza just around the corner, and SPAR a couple of streets away. For schools, OBS Lucas van Leyden is a five-minute walk, as is Haanstra Basisschool. The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Cazander, and Zuider Apotheek Leiden is. Public transport is well within reach: bus stop Leiden, Korevaarstraat is on your doorstep with lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 54, 56 and 169, and Leiden, Hogewoerd is just around the corner with lines 3, 45, 56, 400, 401 and N40. Leiden Lammenschans train station is a ten-minute walk away. All of this sits within the municipality of Leiden.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property, so there is nothing to report on that front. As for address-level risk data, these are area-level indications rather than an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway noise at 34 dB Lden and aircraft noise at 41 dB Lden are both below their standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though the building dates from before 1970, and 33% of properties in this postcode area were built before that year. For climate, pluvial flooding risk is low, current flood risk is low, and the 2050 flood risk is also low. Heat stress is currently medium and remains medium in 2050.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including WVK Makelaars Voorburg on Funda and other listings. The main agent was WVK Makelaars Voorburg.
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About Kruitschip 41, Leiden
What did the asking price of €639,000 mean for this apartment?
The asking price was €639,000, which was 27% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €501,591. The price per square metre was €7,261, which was 5% above the neighbourhood average of €6,906 per m². This comparison was precomputed against the average asking price in Levendaal-West, so it reflected the market position of this listing relative to other homes at the time for sale in the area.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this apartment have?
According to the agent, the apartment had three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. It spans two floors. The living area was listed at 88 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 81 m². The total volume is 320 m³. The home was fully insulated and heated by block heating, and it was offered as freehold ownership.
What is the homeowners' association fee for this property?
The homeowners' association fee was €309.58 per month. This was a service cost that went towards the shared maintenance and management of the building. The apartment is part of a portiekflat, so the fee covers the common areas and the upkeep of the shared structure.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This meant the home was likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also stated that the home was fully insulated. The energy label is a formal assessment of the home's energy performance, and label A is a good result for a building from 1892.
What is the noise situation around this address?
The address-level risk data indicates that road traffic noise is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 34 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 41 dB Lden, both of which are below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not a measurement taken inside this specific home. The noise levels reflect the general environment around the address.
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, not an inspection of this specific home. The building was constructed in 1892, which is before 1970, and 33% of properties in this postcode area were built before that year. The low risk indication suggests that foundation issues are not a particular concern in this area, though it is not a guarantee for this individual property.
What supermarkets are nearby and how far away are they?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. Hoogvliet is the closest at 123 metres, followed by Ekoplaza at 237 metres. SPAR is at 399 metres, Dekamarkt at 464 metres, and Albert Heijn at 645 metres. With 45 supermarkets within 5 kilometres, there is plenty of choice for daily groceries. The nearest options are all within a short walk from the apartment.
What schools are close to this apartment?
There are several primary schools within walking distance. OBS Lucas van Leyden is the nearest at 287 metres, followed by Haanstra Basisschool at 307 metres. Islamitische Basisschool Er Riseleh is at 569 metres, and both Basisschool De Ley and Leimundo are at 944 metres. In total, there are 90 schools within 5 kilometres, covering all levels of education.
What public transport options are available nearby?
The nearest bus stop is Leiden, Korevaarstraat at 117 metres, served by lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 54, 56 and 169. Leiden, Hogewoerd is at 195 metres with lines 3, 45, 56, 400, 401 and N40. Leiden, Jan van Houtkade is at 224 metres with lines 182, 183 and 187. The nearest train station is Leiden Lammenschans at 945 metres, which is about a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood of Levendaal-West like?
Levendaal-West has 1,085 residents, with 73% of households being single-person households. The age profile shows 36% of residents are between 25 and 45, and 26% are between 15 and 25. Residents across the municipality of Leiden give their living environment an average score of 7.46 out of 10, based on 38 reviews. One resident describes the area as having great amenities within reach, while another mentions a nice park and a cosy flat with many elderly residents.
What healthcare facilities are close by?
The nearest GP is Huisartsenpraktijk Cazander at 311 metres, and the nearest pharmacy is Zuider Apotheek Leiden at 345 metres. The Leids Universitair Medisch Centrum hospital is at 1610 metres. These are all within reasonable walking distance or a short trip, covering everyday healthcare needs as well as hospital care when required.
How did the price per square metre compare to the neighbourhood?
The asking price per square metre was €7,261, based on the agent's listed living area of 88 m². The neighbourhood average asking price per square metre was €6,906. This meant the price per square metre was 5% above the neighbourhood average. The overall asking price of €639,000 was 27% above the neighbourhood average asking price of €501,591.
