De Vogelwijk, Leiderdorp
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on Merelstraat sits in a leafy part of Leiderdorp, where the streets are lined with trees and the pace is calm. With 91 m² of living space and an energy label C, it's a solid home that feels spacious without being oversized. The price of €375,000 is in line with what you'd expect for apartments in Leiderdorp.
De Vogelwijk is a quiet residential area with a mix of families and older residents. The streets are named after birds, and the atmosphere is green and relaxed. There are no neighbourhood reviews available, but the CBS data shows a balanced population: many households with children and a good number of older residents. It's a place where people tend to stay, which says something about the quality of life. For more context, have a look at the De Vogelwijk neighbourhood.
Your morning bread run is a two-minute walk to Dirk, and Albert Heijn is just around the corner too. For school, De Bron is on your doorstep, and Daltonschool De Leeuwerik is a five-minute walk. The Visser 't Hooft Lyceum is a ten-minute walk for secondary education. Everything you need for the weekday routine is within easy reach, and the centre of Leiderdorp is a short bike ride away. For more on the area, see the municipality of Leiderdorp.
At present, the home is listed through several channels, including Hoekstra en van Eck. The details are as published by the agent.
Details of this home
Merelstraat 60, Leiderdorp
Data from De Vogelwijk
34 within 5 km
74 within 5 km
About Merelstraat 60, Leiderdorp
The asking price of €375,000 is in line with the market for apartments in Leiderdorp. With 91 m² of space and an energy label C, it represents a reasonable value for a home in a quiet, green neighbourhood. The price reflects the size and location, though you'd want to compare it with similar listings in De Vogelwijk to be sure.
The energy label is C, which means the home has reasonable energy efficiency. You can expect moderate heating costs, but it's not as efficient as a modern A-label home. The label is based on the building's insulation and installations from 1968, so some improvements might be possible over time.
The nearest train station is 4.1 km away, which is about a ten-minute bike ride or a short bus trip. It's not within walking distance, but the connection is manageable for commuting to Leiden or further afield.
De Vogelwijk has a mix of families, couples, and older residents. The CBS data shows about 300 households with children and 600 residents aged 65 or over, so it's a diverse but quiet community. The area is known for being family-friendly and green, with a low crime rate.
Yes, there are several primary schools within walking distance. De Bron is just 196 m away, Daltonschool De Leeuwerik is 485 m, and Basisschool de Schakel is 522 m. For secondary education, Visser 't Hooft Lyceum is 651 m away. All are within a ten-minute walk.
Dirk is just 163 m away, and Albert Heijn is 229 m from the apartment. Both are within a couple of minutes' walk, making daily shopping very convenient. There's also another Albert Heijn at 441 m and a Hoogvliet at 1 km.
The neighbourhood has an address density of 3304 per km², which is quite high, so it's an urban area. But the streets are green and quiet, with parks and playgrounds nearby. It feels suburban despite the density.
The apartment was built in 1968, so it's over 50 years old. The energy label C suggests it has been updated to some extent, but you might want to check the condition of the plumbing, electrical systems, and insulation. The building is likely solid, typical for its era.
6 homes in the neighbourhood De Vogelwijk
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