A quiet spot in De Vogelwijk
This apartment on the Merelstraat sits in De Vogelwijk, a residential area in Leiderdorp where the streets are calm and the pace is easy. The home is a gallery flat on the third floor, built in 1968, and it comes with an energy label B. With a last known asking price of €399,500, the price was 18% below the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which stood at €484,800. That puts it on the keen side compared with the local market, and it is also below the average for apartments in Leiderdorp. This home has not been online since 28 October 2026.
Inside the flat
The flat has four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area was 91 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent listed it as 92 square metres. There is a balcony, and the home is heated by block heating, with double glazing throughout. It was offered with full ownership, and the homeowners' association fee was €309 per month.
Life in De Vogelwijk
Residents of the district give it 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 has around 2,100 inhabitants, and about 29% are aged 65 or older. Homes here sell quickly, with an average selling time of 17 days. For more on the area, see the De Vogelwijk neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Everyday errands are easy from here. The Dirk supermarket is on your doorstep, and an Albert Heijn is just around the corner. Two primary schools, De Bron and Daltonschool De Leeuwerik, are within a short walk. The GP practice Huisartsenpraktijk van Kempen is just around the corner, and the pharmacy Service Apotheek Boehmer is a couple of streets away. Bus stops at Vronkenlaan and Vogellaan are on your doorstep, with lines 1, 2 and 56. The nearest train station is Leiden Lammenschans, about 3 kilometres away. For more on the wider area, see the municipality of Leiderdorp.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for 2025 was €401,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price was virtually equal to this value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 78%, from €225,000 to €401,000. As for the address, the noise level from road traffic is 58 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic noise stay below it. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the soil is clay, which is an area-level indication rather than an inspection of this specific home. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, and heat stress is also medium, both current and in 2050.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via two channels, including Rijnland Makelaars.
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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 238, Leiderdorp
How did the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €399,500 was virtually equal to the WOZ value of €401,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Over the past five years, the WOZ value had risen by 78%, from €225,000 in 2020 to €401,000 in 2025.
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has four rooms in total, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area was 91 square metres according to the BAG registration, while the agent listed it as 92 square metres. There is a balcony, and the home is on the third floor of a gallery flat.
What was the energy label and what did it mean for costs?
The energy label is B, which is an efficient label. The home has double glazing, which helps with insulation. The exact energy costs depend on your usage and the block heating system.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, according to public data from KCAF. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home. The home was built in 1968 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The risk level is a general indication for the area.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 58 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch noise norm. Rail traffic noise is 27 dB Lden, and air traffic noise is 42 dB Lden, both below the norm. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements at the property itself.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Dirk supermarket is just 221 metres away, on your doorstep. An Albert Heijn is 288 metres away, just around the corner, and another Albert Heijn is 429 metres away. There are also a Hoogvliet at 1 kilometre and a SPAR express at 1.4 kilometres, giving you plenty of options for groceries.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Two primary schools are within walking distance: De Bron, basisschool bij de Bijbel, at 145 metres, and Daltonschool De Leeuwerik at 444 metres. For secondary education, Visser 't Hooft Lyceum Leiderdorp is 685 metres away. There are also several other primary schools within a short distance.
How is the public transport connection?
Bus stops are very close: Leiderdorp, Vronkenlaan is 76 metres away with lines 1, 2 and 56, and Leiderdorp, Vogellaan is 80 metres away with lines 1 and 2. The nearest train station is Leiden Lammenschans, about 3 kilometres away, which you can reach by bus or bike.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the district give it 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 reviews reflect the district as a whole, not just this specific neighbourhood.
How quickly do homes sell in this neighbourhood?
Homes in this neighbourhood sell on average within 17 days, according to recent sales data. This is a relatively short selling time, which suggests there is steady demand. The average asking price in the neighbourhood was €484,800, and the average price per square metre was €4,425.
