A calm apartment by the park
This ground-floor apartment sits on the edge of Poelgeest, a quiet residential area in Oegstgeest. The setting is peaceful, with a park right next to the building and an unobstructed view. The asking price of €479,000 is on the high side compared to other apartments in Oegstgeest, but the location and features may justify it.
Inside the home
Built in 2003, this portiekflat offers three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 87 square metres, matching the BAG registration. The home is fully insulated and heated by district heating. There is a parking space in a parking garage, and the monthly homeowners' association fee is €295.
Life in Poelgeest
Poelgeest is a neighbourhood where people know each other, as one resident puts it: "People know each other and arguments don't arise." Another resident appreciates the quiet: "Poelgeest is a quiet neighbourhood, it has a hair salon, gym, primary school... It's also next to a polder with rich nature and birds." Across the district, residents give an average score of 7.63 based on three reviews. The neighbourhood has about 2,630 inhabitants, and most homes are owner-occupied. For more on the area, see the Poelgeest neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy: the Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and the Dirk and Lidl are a couple of streets away. Openbare Basisschool De Vogels is on your doorstep, and Yuverta vmbo Oegstgeest is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP and pharmacy are in Leiden, about a ten-minute walk. Bus line 54 stops at Jachthaven Poelgeest, just around the corner, and Leiden Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Oegstgeest. According to public risk data at the address level, the noise from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is low, though the soil is clay, which is sensitive to settling. Pluvial flooding risk is low, but current and 2050 flood risk are medium, as is heat stress in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Pitch Makelaars and Pitch Makelaars S'heim & Pitch Makelaars Voorhout on Funda.
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About Lobeliuslaan 198, Oegstgeest
What is the asking price per square metre?
The asking price is €479,000 for a living area of 87 square metres, which comes to €5,506 per square metre based on the agent's listing. This is a useful figure to compare with other apartments in Oegstgeest, though the final value depends on the specific features and location of this home.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this apartment have?
The apartment has three rooms in total, including two bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area is 87 square metres, and the volume is 276 cubic metres. There is also a parking space in a parking garage, which is a practical addition.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have lower energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The home is also fully insulated and heated by district heating, which can contribute to its energy performance.
What is the homeowners' association fee?
The monthly homeowners' association fee is €295. This fee typically covers shared costs such as maintenance of common areas, insurance, and sometimes reserve funds. It is an important factor to consider in your monthly budget.
What is the noise situation around this address?
According to public risk data, the noise from road traffic is 50 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail and air traffic noise are below the norm. This is an area-level indication, not a measurement at the home itself, but it is worth being aware of if you are sensitive to traffic noise.
What is the flood risk for this area?
The current flood risk is medium, and it is expected to remain medium in 2050. Pluvial flooding (from heavy rain) is low. These are area-level indications based on public data, not a guarantee for this specific property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is Albert Heijn, about 900 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk. Dirk and Lidl are also within about a kilometre. For a wider selection, there are 49 supermarkets within five kilometres, so you have plenty of options.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Openbare Basisschool De Vogels is just 199 metres away, making it very convenient for families with young children. Yuverta vmbo Oegstgeest is about 506 metres away for secondary education. There are also several other primary schools within a short distance.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Oegstgeest, Jachthaven Poelgeest, about 263 metres away, served by bus line 54. Leiden Centraal train station is about 1.5 kilometres away, which is roughly a 20-minute walk or a short bus ride. This makes commuting to Leiden or further afield feasible.
What do residents say about living in Poelgeest?
Residents of the district give an average score of 7.63 out of 10, based on three reviews. One resident says: "Poelgeest is a quiet neighbourhood, it has a hair salon, gym, primary school... It's also next to a polder with rich nature and birds." Another notes: "People know each other and arguments don't arise." These are district-level opinions, not specific to this street.
