Levendaal-Oost, Leiden
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Levendaal sits in the heart of Leiden, where the streets hum with student life and café culture. At 67 m² it's compact but well-proportioned, and the 1650 construction gives it genuine character, though the D energy label means heating costs will be noticeable. With a price of €325,000, it's 40% below the neighbourhood average of €539,250, which makes it a keen entry point into the Leiden market. For context, apartments in Leiden vary widely in price and size.
Levendaal-Oost is a dense, urban neighbourhood with 2,895 residents, mostly one-person households (1,585) and young adults aged 25,45 (1,180). The area scores an 8.75 out of 10 from residents, with one describing it as "Lively and cosy" and adding: "Nice safe neighbourhood where everything is within easy reach." It's a very strong urban setting (5,642 addresses per km²), so you'll have shops, bars and services on your doorstep. The neighbourhood Levendaal-Oost is popular for its central location and historic streets.
Your daily bread run is a 58-metre walk to the Dekamarkt, literally on your doorstep. For a wider selection, Hoogvliet is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a five-minute walk away. Families will find the Lorentz school (primary) a ten-minute walk away, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden (secondary) is a couple of streets away. The municipality Leiden offers a compact city centre with all amenities close by.
At the time of writing the home is listed only via RE/MAX.
Details of this home
Levendaal 161, Leiden
Very good · 1 resident
Nice safe neighbourhood where everything is within easy reach.
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About Levendaal 161, Leiden
The asking price of €325,000 is 40% below the neighbourhood average of €539,250, but the apartment is also 37% smaller than the average (67 m² vs 107 m²). Given the historic character and central location, the price is keen compared to other listings in Levendaal-Oost.
Levendaal-Oost is a very urban area with a high density of addresses. It's popular with students and young professionals, over half the residents are between 15 and 45. One resident calls it 'lively and cosy' and notes that everything is within easy reach. The neighbourhood feels safe and has a strong community vibe.
The Dekamarkt is just 58 metres away, you can practically roll out of bed and grab your groceries. Hoogvliet is 390 metres away, and Albert Heijn is 617 metres, so you have plenty of options within a short walk.
For secondary education, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden (Athena location) is 470 metres away, and Bonaventura College is about 570 metres. Primary schools include the Lorentz school at 673 metres and Basisschool St. Joseph at 722 metres.
Leiden's central train station is 1.3 km away, about a 15-minute walk.
The apartment has energy label D. This is common for a building from 1650, in the neighbourhood, 33.3% of homes have label D or lower. You can expect higher heating costs compared to a modern home, but the historic character compensates for many.
There are currently 22 homes for sale in Levendaal-Oost, with prices ranging from €275,000 to €1,525,000. The average price per m² is €5,395, so this apartment at €4,851/m² is slightly below the average.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Levendaal-Oost
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