Levendaal-Oost, Leiden
NeighbourhoodThis 115 m² apartment on Levendaal sits in a lively part of Leiden's historic centre. Built in 1650, it has an E energy label, so heating costs are something to budget for. At €525,000, the price is slightly below the neighbourhood average of €539,250, making it a keen option for a spacious city home. For more context, see apartments in Leiden.
Levendaal-Oost is a dense, urban neighbourhood with a very high address density (5,642 addresses per km²). Most residents live alone (1,585 one-person households), and the area is popular with 25- to 45-year-olds. One resident describes it as a "Nice safe neighbourhood where everything is within easy reach." The neighbourhood has a mix of old and newer homes, with 78% built before 1945. For more on the area, see neighbourhood Levendaal-Oost.
For groceries, Dekamarkt and Hoogvliet are both just around the corner, and Ekoplaza is a couple of streets away. Primary schools include OBS Lucas van Leyden and Haanstra Basisschool, both about a ten-minute walk. For secondary education, Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden is also within walking distance. The neighbourhood has a park or garden just a couple of streets away, perfect for a quick break. For more on the wider area, see municipality Leiden.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Kerkvliet Makelaars and also appears on Funda, so it is available through several channels.
Details of this home
Levendaal 85A, Leiden
Very good · 1 resident
Nice safe neighbourhood where everything is within easy reach.
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About Levendaal 85A, Leiden
The asking price of €525,000 is slightly below the average sale price in Levendaal-Oost (€539,250) and close to the median of €425,000. Given the 115 m² floor area, the price per m² works out at about €4,565, which is below the neighbourhood average of €5,395 per m². So it is priced keenly for a spacious apartment in the centre.
Levendaal-Oost is a very urban, lively area with a high density of addresses. It is popular with singles and young professionals, and one resident calls it a "Nice safe neighbourhood where everything is within easy reach." The area has a historic character, with many pre-war buildings, and offers a range of shops and amenities within walking distance.
The apartment has an E energy label, which is below the current average. In Levendaal-Oost, about 33% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is not unusual for a historic building. You can expect higher heating costs compared to a modern home, but the exact amount depends on usage and the heating system.
Leiden's main train station is about 1.3 km away, a ten-minute walk. The city centre is very walkable, and most daily needs are within a few minutes on foot.
With 115 m², it is a spacious apartment, but the exact layout and number of bedrooms are not provided by the agent.
The listing does not mention a garden, balcony, or terrace. The plot size is not given, so it is unclear whether there is any private outdoor space. The neighbourhood does have a park or garden just 0.2 km away.
In a dense city centre like this, parking is often limited and may require a permit. You would need to check with the municipality for specific options.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Levendaal-Oost