A quiet spot in De Vogelwijk
This apartment on Merelstraat 232 sits in De Vogelwijk, a residential pocket of Leiderdorp where the streets are lined with homes from the late sixties. The area feels settled and calm, with a mix of ages among the 2,065 residents. At €319,000, the asking price sat 33% below the neighbourhood average last known asking price of €478,800, which put it on the low side compared with other apartments in Leiderdorp. This home has not been online since 30 September 2026.
The apartment itself
The home was built in 1968 and carried an energy label C, which meant moderate energy costs could be expected. The living area measured 91 square metres according to the BAG registration, and the price per square metre worked out at €3,505 on that basis. The listing did not go into further detail about the layout or any specific features.
Life in De Vogelwijk
Residents of the district give their living environment an average score of 8.41, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Good place to live." Another mentions: "Nice neighbourhood shops within walking distance, good bus traffic and beautiful apartment." The neighbourhood itself is home to a relatively large share of residents aged 65 and over, at 29 percent. It is a place where daily life unfolds at a gentle pace, with the essentials never far away. That sense of everyday convenience is part of what makes the De Vogelwijk neighbourhood work for the people who live here.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from this address. A Dirk supermarket is just around the corner, with an Albert Heijn a couple of streets away. De Bron, basisschool bij de Bijbel is on your doorstep, and Daltonschool De Leeuwerik is a five-minute walk. Huisartsenpraktijk van Kempen is just around the corner, and Service Apotheek Boehmer is a five-minute walk. Bus stops at Vogellaan and Vronkenlaan are on your doorstep, served by lines 1, 2 and 56. Leiden Lammenschans station is about three kilometres away, within the municipality of Leiderdorp.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. The address-level risk data indicates road traffic noise at 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the soil is clay. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050. Heat stress is medium now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered only via NederWoon verhuurmakelaars Arnhem.
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The WOZ value is set annually by the municipality with 1 January as its reference date, and therefore lags the market by about a year. It is an estimated market value, not a sale price.
Frequently asked questions
About Merelstraat 232, Leiderdorp
How did the asking price compare with other homes in De Vogelwijk?
The asking price of €319,000 was 33% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €478,800. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood was €4,550, while this home worked out at €3,505 per square metre based on the BAG living area. Five homes were at the time for sale in the neighbourhood, with prices ranging from €325,000 to €695,000.
What is known about the layout of this apartment?
The listing did not state the number of rooms, bedrooms or bathrooms. The living area is 91 square metres according to the BAG registration. The home was built in 1968 and has an energy label C. No further details about the layout or specific features were provided in the listing.
Is there a WOZ value available for this property?
No WOZ value is stated for this property. Without it, there was no reference point for how the asking price relates to the official valuation.
What are the noise levels around this address?
Road traffic noise is measured at 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 26 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These figures come from public address-level data and are indications for the area, not measurements taken at this specific home.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication is medium, and the soil type is clay. The home was built in 1968, and the area is a KCAF attention zone where all properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication based on public data, not an inspection of this particular home.
What supermarkets are within walking distance?
A Dirk supermarket is about 238 metres away, just around the corner. An Albert Heijn is at 305 metres, also a short walk. Another Albert Heijn is at 404 metres, and a Hoogvliet is at about a kilometre. In total, 34 supermarkets are within five kilometres of this address.
Which schools are nearby?
De Bron, basisschool bij de Bijbel is about 122 metres away, on your doorstep. Daltonschool De Leeuwerik is at 419 metres, a five-minute walk. Basisschool de Schakel is at 597 metres, and Visser 't Hooft Lyceum Leiderdorp for secondary education is at 711 metres. A total of 75 schools are within five kilometres.
What public transport options are available?
Bus stops are very close: Leiderdorp, Vogellaan is at 59 metres with lines 1 and 2, and Leiderdorp, Vronkenlaan is at 102 metres with lines 1, 2 and 56. Leiderdorp, Winkelhof is at 300 metres with lines 56 and 410. The nearest train station is Leiden Lammenschans, about three kilometres away.
How do residents rate living in this district?
Residents of the district give an average score of 8.41, based on four reviews. One resident says: "Good place to live." Another mentions: "Nice neighbourhood shops within walking distance, good bus traffic and beautiful apartment." These reviews describe the wider district, not specifically De Vogelwijk.
What is the flood risk for this area?
The current flood risk is indicated as low, and it remains low for 2050. Pluvial flooding at heavy rain is indicated as medium. These are area-level indications from public climate data, not an assessment of this specific property. Heat stress is also indicated as medium, both now and for 2050.
