Moddermanstraat 81
Professorenwijk-Oost · 2313 GP Leiden
A classic Leiden apartment with character
This 1958 portiekflat on the Moddermanstraat sits in the Professorenwijk-Oost, a neighbourhood where the streets feel calm and the houses have an authentic look. The apartment was on the second floor and offered 99 square metres of living space according to the agent, with four rooms and three bedrooms. At €495,000, the asking price was on the high side compared to the average of €481,000 for homes at the time for sale in the neighbourhood. For a sense of what was on the market, had a look at apartments in Leiden. This home has not been online since 28 September 2026.
Inside the home
This apartment spans one floor and includes a bathroom, a balcony, and a CV boiler for heating. It's fully owned, so there's no leasehold. The homeowners' association charges a monthly fee of €225.27. The agent described the setting as a quiet road, sheltered, and in a residential area. According to the BAG registration, the living area was 102 square metres, while the agent listed 99 square metres.
The Professorenwijk-Oost
Residents of the Roodenburgerdistrict, which includes this neighbourhood, give their area an average score of 7.59 based on seven reviews. One resident says: "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." Another adds: "It's close to EVERYTHING - which is super nice, especially the station! The centre is also nice and close. The people are friendly and not loud. There's a lot of greenery and a park nearby. It's great!" The district has about 1,275 residents, and the neighbourhood itself is home to a mix of ages and household types. For more on the area, see the Professorenwijk-Oost neighbourhood.
Daily life and getting around
Groceries are easy: a SPAR is just around the corner, a Dekamarkt a couple of streets away, and a PLUS within a five-minute walk. For schools, the International School Leiden is on your doorstep, and Basisschool St. Joseph is just around the corner. The GP practice Huisartsen De Laat de Kanterstraat is a couple of streets away, and the pharmacy Mosadex Central Filling Apotheek Leiden is a five-minute walk. Bus stops are close by: Leiden, Moddermanstraat with lines 1 and 2 is just around the corner, and Leiden, Lorentzkade with the same lines is a couple of streets away. Leiden Lammenschans station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Leiden offers all this and more, as you can see on the municipality of Leiden.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value was €417,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price was 19% above that. The WOZ has developed over the past five years, though the exact figures aren't specified here. As for risks, this is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this home: road traffic noise is 50 dB Lden, which is above the norm, while rail and air traffic are below their norms. The foundation risk indication is medium, and pluvial flooding at heavy rain is low, as is flood risk now and in 2050. Heat stress is currently low but could become medium by 2050.
About the listing
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Hypodomus Leiden on Funda.
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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.
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About Moddermanstraat 81, Leiden
How did the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price was €495,000, while the WOZ value was €417,000 as of 1 January 2025. That meant the asking price was 19% above the WOZ value. The WOZ was the municipal valuation, not the market value, so this comparison was just one indicator of how the price relates to the official valuation.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this apartment had four rooms, including three bedrooms and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The living area was listed as 99 square metres by the agent, while the BAG registration said 102 square metres. There is a balcony, and the home is on the second floor of a portiekflat.
What is the WOZ value and its reference date?
The WOZ value was €417,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2025. This was the official municipal valuation, which was often lower than the asking price. The asking price was 19% above this WOZ value, as stated in the listing.
What are the noise levels around this address?
According to public data, road traffic noise is 50 dB Lden, which is above the Dutch norm. Rail traffic noise is 33 dB Lden and air traffic noise is 40 dB Lden, both below their respective norms. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on area-level data, including the fact that the home was built in 1958 on clay soil, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. It's an indication, not an inspection of this specific property.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The nearest supermarket is a SPAR at about 696 metres, which is a ten-minute walk. A Dekamarkt is at 785 metres, and a PLUS at 905 metres. There are also other options within a short distance, so daily groceries are within easy reach.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Leiden, Moddermanstraat, about 173 metres away, with bus lines 1 and 2. Another stop, Leiden, Lorentzkade, is at 357 metres with the same lines. The nearest train station is Leiden Lammenschans, about 894 metres away, which is roughly a ten-minute walk.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the Roodenburgerdistrict, which includes this neighbourhood, give their area an average score of 7.59 based on seven reviews. One resident mentions the friendly atmosphere and convenient location, while another highlights the proximity to the station and the greenery. These reviews reflect the district as a whole, not just this specific street.
Why were there no property details in this listing?
The listing did not state the energy label. This was a missing field in the agent's publication.
