A compact apartment in the heart of Leeuwarden
This two-room apartment on Minnemastraat 56 sits in De Waag, right in the middle of Leeuwarden's historic centre. The building dates from 1998, so it's a relatively modern addition to this old part of town. With a last known asking price of €225,000, it was the cheapest of the ten homes at the time for sale in the neighbourhood, and it sat 65% below the average asking price of €647,400. That made it a sharp price for anyone looking at apartments in Leeuwarden. This home has not been online since 3 August 2026.
Inside the home
The apartment has one bedroom and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. According to the agent, the living area was 56 m², while the BAG registration listed it as 55 m². The home was built in 1998, so it's a relatively recent construction.
Life in De Waag
De Waag is a small neighbourhood with about 1,250 residents, and it's a lively part of the city centre. The streets are busy with students and young professionals, and you can walk straight into the heart of Leeuwarden. Residents across the municipality of Leeuwarden give their living environment an average score of 7.32, based on 54 reviews. One resident describes the area as an "atmospheric neighbourhood with nice neighbours," while another mentions that "you can feel the history." However, not all feedback is positive: a resident of the Bloemenbuurt, a different part of the municipality, reports negative experiences with nuisance and safety. These reviews reflect the wider municipality, not De Waag specifically. For a closer look at what this specific area offers, see the De Waag neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The SPAR supermarket is on your doorstep, and Ekoplaza is just around the corner. For primary education, Openbare Jenaplan Basisschool Oldenije is a couple of streets away, and Stedelijk Gymnasium is also nearby. The Compas Huisartsenpraktijk is a ten-minute walk, and the Alphega Centraal Apotheek Leeuwarden is just around the corner. For public transport, bus stops at Oosterkade and Blokhuisplein are a couple of streets away, with lines 3, 8, 9, 11, 13 and more. Leeuwarden train station is a ten-minute walk, connecting you to the rest of the country. All this is part of the municipality of Leeuwarden.
WOZ and address data
No WOZ value is available for this property. According to public address data, the noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while rail and air traffic noise are below the norm. The foundation risk indication is elevated, based on the clay soil and the fact that 74% of buildings in this postcode area were built before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, while flood risk is low. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Rotsvast Verkoop B.V. on Pararius, Rotsvast Makelaardij on Funda, and Rotsvast Nederland on Vastgoed Nederland.
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About Minnemastraat 56, Leeuwarden
How did the asking price compare to other homes in De Waag?
The asking price of €225,000 was the lowest among the ten homes at the time for sale in De Waag. It sat 65% below the neighbourhood's average asking price of €647,400. The average price per square metre in the neighbourhood was €3,340, while this home was listed at €4,018 per m² based on the agent's floor area. This was a sharp price, but the home was also much smaller than the average.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this was a two-room apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom. The living area was listed as 56 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration stated 55 m². The home was built in 1998 and has an energy label B. There was no mention of a garden, balcony, or garage in the listing.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value was determined by the municipality and was not always included in property listings. Without this figure, it was not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to public address data, the noise level from road traffic is 54 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch standard. Rail traffic noise is 29 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 36 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are area-level indications based on data from the Atlas Leefomgeving, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is elevated. This is based on the clay soil, which is sensitive to settling, and the fact that 74% of buildings in this postcode area were built before 1970. Additionally, 21% of properties in the neighbourhood have an elevated risk of pile rot, according to the Klimaateffectatlas. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are near Minnemastraat 56?
The nearest supermarket is a SPAR at 192 metres, which is on your doorstep. Ekoplaza is at 283 metres, just around the corner. A Jumbo is at 457 metres, a Poiesz at 510 metres, and an Albert Heijn at 585 metres. All are within a short walk, making daily grocery shopping convenient.
Which schools are close to this apartment?
The nearest primary school is Openbare Jenaplan Basisschool Oldenije at 316 metres, a couple of streets away. For secondary education, Stedelijk Gymnasium is at 403 metres, also within a short walk. Other schools within a kilometre include IKC Aventurijn and CSG Comenius, Mariënburg.
How is the public transport from this location?
Bus stops are just around the corner: Leeuwarden, Oosterkade at 289 metres and Leeuwarden, Blokhuisplein at 311 metres, with lines 3, 8, 9, 11, 13 and more. Leeuwarden train station is at 761 metres, about a ten-minute walk, offering national rail connections.
What is the neighbourhood De Waag like?
De Waag is a small neighbourhood in the centre of Leeuwarden with about 1,250 residents. It's a lively area with many young people: 43% of residents are between 15 and 25 years old. The housing stock is mostly apartments, and the area is very urban with a high address density. Residents across the municipality give an average score of 7.32, but this is not specific to De Waag.
Why were there no property details in this listing?
The listing did not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms. It also does not mention any outdoor space, insulation, or heating installation. As a result, it's not possible to describe the interior layout or features of this home beyond what is given.
