Haagweg-Noord, Leiden
NeighbourhoodThis two-bedroom apartment on Max Velthuijskade sits in a peaceful corner of Leiden, with a park just a couple of streets away. At 53 m² it's compact but cleverly laid out, and with an A++ energy label it's exceptionally efficient, rare for a 1958 build. The asking price of €350,000 is keen compared to the neighbourhood average of €500,846, partly because the home is smaller than the typical 91 m² in the area. For context, apartments in Leiden vary widely in size and price.
Haagweg-Noord is a close-knit area where people chat on the street and keep an eye on each other. One resident describes it as 'cosy, everyone chats with each other on the street' and appreciates the neighbourhood newsletter and information evenings. Another notes that 'more and more young families with children are moving in, so there's a bit more going on'. A third resident calls it 'an oasis of calm' and values the central location, Leiden Central is a ten-minute walk away. The neighbourhood has a mix of ages and household types, with many singles and a growing number of families. For more on the area, see the Haagweg-Noord neighbourhood.
For your morning bread, Jumbo is just around the corner, and Lidl and AH XL are a ten-minute walk. Three primary schools are within a five-minute walk: Basisschool Pacelli, Eerste Leidse Schoolvereniging and De Morskring. Secondary school Leonardo College is also a short walk away. The park is on your doorstep, and a GP is just a couple of streets away. The city centre and its restaurants are a five-minute walk, making this a convenient base. The area falls under the municipality of Leiden, which maintains the local parks and amenities.
At the time of writing, the home is listed via Cas Makelaardij and appears on several platforms including Funda and Vastgoed Nederland, so you have multiple channels to arrange a viewing.
Details of this home
Max Velthuijskade 39, Leiden
Very good · 3 residents
Cosy, everyone chats with each other on the street. We are kept well informed about what is happening in the neighbourhood via a newsletter. And then an information evening is held. In the playground, the neighbourhood police officer could patrol the area more often.
Auto-translated to English by AIThey keep an eye on each other. Everyone has a chat every now and then. More and more young families with children are moving in, so there's a bit more going on. Children playing, nice for the elderly who no longer work but are at home or alone.
Auto-translated to English by AIMy neighbourhood is an oasis of calm, inhabited by true Leideners. It is very centrally located, close to Leiden Central and the centre of Leiden. Despite the central location, the neighbourhood is remarkably quiet. The people here are very private and reserved; I don't know my neighbours well. Although greenery is lacking in the neighbourhood, there is a playground. All in all, the neighbourhood offers a quiet environment, despite the limited social interaction and the lack of green spaces.
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About Max Velthuijskade 39, Leiden
The asking price of €350,000 is about 30% below the neighbourhood average of €500,846. However, this apartment is also smaller than average (53 m² vs 91 m²). The price per square metre works out at around €6,604, which is above the neighbourhood average of €5,728 per m². So while the total price is low, you're paying a premium for the efficient space and top energy label.
The apartment has an energy label A++, which is the highest possible rating. This means the home is extremely energy-efficient, with very low heating and electricity costs. In the neighbourhood, only 23% of homes have an A+ label or better, so this is a standout feature. You can expect low monthly bills and a comfortable indoor climate.
Leiden Central station is 1.4 km away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes it easy to reach other cities like The Hague, Amsterdam or Utrecht.
Haagweg-Noord is a quiet, centrally located neighbourhood with a mix of ages and cultures. Residents describe it as cosy and friendly, with people chatting on the street and looking out for each other. There's a growing number of young families, so you'll see children playing. The area is close to the city centre and the station, yet remarkably peaceful. Some residents note that greenery is limited, but there is a playground nearby.
Yes, there are several primary schools within a five-minute walk: Basisschool Pacelli (465 m), Eerste Leidse Schoolvereniging (474 m) and De Morskring (530 m). For secondary education, Leonardo College for Atheneum Havo Mavo is 660 m away. All are well-regarded and easily reachable on foot.
For daily groceries, Jumbo is just 619 m away, a couple of streets. Lidl (972 m) and AH XL (1 km) are also within a ten-minute walk. There's a SPAR at 1.1 km and another Jumbo at 1.1 km. Restaurants are just 300 m away, so eating out is easy.
The apartment was built in 1958, so it's over 60 years old. However, with an A++ energy label, it has been thoroughly modernised. In the neighbourhood, 42% of homes were built before 1945, so this one is relatively recent for the area.
The listing does 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. However, a park is just 200 m away, providing green space nearby.
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