A quiet spot in Professorenwijk-Oost
This first-floor portiekflat sits on a quiet road in a residential part of Professorenwijk-Oost, a pocket of Leiden where the streets feel calm and the pace is unhurried. The apartment, built in 1958, is one of the older homes in the area, and it carries a certain solid, no-fuss character. The asking price is €475,000. For context, the average asking price for homes here is €516,286, and the median sits at €475,000. If you are weighing up options, it is worth comparing with other [apartments in Leiden].
Inside the flat
The flat offers 70 m² of living space, spread over one floor with two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom. The agent lists the volume at 229 m³, and the home is located on the second living floor. It is a portiekflat, a classic walk-up style, and the setting is described as a quiet road in a residential area. The energy label is C, which means you can expect moderate energy costs, though the exact figures are not stated. The home has been listed since 15 July 2026.
The neighbourhood around you
Professorenwijk-Oost is a small, established area with about 1,270 residents, many of whom live alone, and the average household size is 1.8. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.58, based on eight reviews. One resident says: "I think it is a nice neighbourhood, almost ideal. But there are quite a few accidents in front of my house." Another adds: "Nice, friendly neighbourhood where people see each other and help where they can. The authentic appearance of the houses and convenient location relative to the centre of Leiden." A third notes that police are often around and that dog owners sometimes leave mess on the grass field where children play. It is a mixed picture, but the sense of community comes through. For more detail, you can look at [the Professorenwijk-Oost neighbourhood].
Daily life and getting around
Groceries are never far: a SPAR is just around the corner, a Dekamarkt a couple of streets away, and a PLUS within a ten-minute walk. For school runs, Basisschool St. Joseph is on your doorstep, and the International School Leiden is just a bit further. The nearest GP, Huisartsen De Laat de Kanterstraat, is a couple of streets away, and the pharmacy, Service Apotheek Roomburgh, is a five-minute walk. Public transport is handy, with bus lines 1 and 2 stopping at Leiden, Moddermanstraat right outside, and Leiden Lammenschans train station a ten-minute walk. The wider [municipality of Leiden] offers plenty beyond the immediate area.
WOZ and address data
There is no WOZ value available for this property, so no comparison with the asking price can be made. As for the address, the area-level risk data indicates a medium foundation risk, which is common for homes built in 1958 on clay soil, and the KCAF notes that 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. These are indications at the area level, not an inspection of this specific home. Noise from road traffic is measured at 47 dB Lden, which is below the norm, and rail and air traffic are also below their respective norms. Pluvial flooding risk is medium, while flood risk is low now and in 2050, and heat stress is low currently but medium by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including RE/MAX and Makelaarsgilde REMAX on Vastgoed Nederland.
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Frequently asked questions
About Moddermanstraat 58, Leiden
What is the asking price for this apartment?
The asking price for this apartment is €475,000. The average asking price for homes in Professorenwijk-Oost is €516,286, and the median is €475,000. The price per square metre here is €6,786, which is higher than the neighbourhood average of €5,128 per m². This reflects the smaller living area of 70 m² compared to the average of 103 m².
What is the layout of this apartment?
The apartment has two rooms in total, with one bedroom and one bathroom. It is spread over a single floor, located on the second living floor of the building. The living area is 70 m², and the volume is 229 m³. It is a portiekflat, a classic walk-up style, situated on a quiet road in a residential area.
Is there a WOZ value for this property?
No WOZ value is available for this property in the listing. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, but it is not stated here. As a result, there is no comparison with the asking price or information on how the value has developed over the past five years.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The area-level foundation risk indication is medium. This is based on the fact that the home was built in 1958 on clay soil, which may involve wooden piles or a shallow foundation. The KCAF attention area notes that 100% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
There are several supermarkets within easy reach. A SPAR is just around the corner at 685 metres, and a Dekamarkt is a couple of streets away at 711 metres. A PLUS is about 925 metres away, and a Hoogvliet is at 962 metres. In total, there are 40 supermarkets within 5 kilometres.
How is the public transport in this area?
Public transport is convenient. Bus lines 1 and 2 stop at Leiden, Moddermanstraat, which is just 101 metres away. Another stop, Leiden, Lorentzkade, is 368 metres away with the same lines. The nearest train station is Leiden Lammenschans, about 905 metres away, which is a ten-minute walk.
What do residents say about living in this district?
Residents of the wider district give an average score of 7.58, based on eight reviews. One resident says: "I think it is a nice neighbourhood, almost ideal. But there are quite a few accidents in front of my house." Another says: "Nice, friendly neighbourhood where people see each other and help where they can." A third notes that police are often around and that dog owners sometimes leave mess on the grass field.
What schools are close to this apartment?
Basisschool St. Joseph is on your doorstep at 102 metres, and the International School Leiden is just 116 metres away. The Lorentzschool is about 204 metres away. For secondary education, the Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden (locatie Athena) is 335 metres away, and Bonaventura Agora Leiden is 476 metres away.
