A grand apartment on the water
This apartment on Morsweg 24 sits right on the water in the Transvaalbuurt, a part of Leiden where the streets feel calm and the views open up. The home itself is spread over three floors and was built in 1929, so it carries that classic pre-war character. With an asking price of €675,000, the price is on the high side compared to the average asking price in the neighbourhood. For context, there are currently 8 apartments for sale in Leiden, and the average asking price here is €487,500.
Inside the home
According to the agent, this ground-floor apartment has 3 rooms, 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over 3 floors. The living area is listed as 84 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 75 m². The home has a rear garden of 117 m² facing south, and it is offered with full ownership. The agent mentions double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, plus a central heating boiler with underfloor heating throughout. There is a homeowners' association fee of €175 per month.
Life in the Transvaalbuurt
Residents of the Morsdistrict, which includes this neighbourhood, give their area an average score of 7.35 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident says: "Cosy flat with many elderly residents. A nice dog walking area that I look out onto. Also a beautiful park. However, too few shops, so little choice unfortunately." Another adds: "Good experiences, nice people, plenty of space, a beautiful dog walking area and a nice park with play space for children!" The neighbourhood has around 1,850 residents, and a large share of households are single-person households. The reviews reflect a mix of appreciation for the green spaces and some notes about the evening atmosphere. For more on the area, see the Transvaalbuurt neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
For daily errands, the Jumbo is just around the corner, and the AH to go and Aldi are a couple of streets away. The Eerste Leidse Schoolvereniging is a ten-minute walk, and the nearest GP, Wiersma-van der Hulst Huisartsen, is a couple of streets away. The Centraal Apotheek Leiden is a ten-minute walk, and the Leids Universitair Medisch Centrum is also within walking distance. Bus stop Leiden, Noordeinde is just around the corner with lines 5, 182, 183 and 187, and Leiden Centraal station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Leiden offers a compact urban setting with all these amenities close by, as described on the municipality of Leiden.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value of this home is €388,000, based on the reference date 1 January 2025. The asking price is 74% above this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 29%, from €301,000 to €388,000. As for the area, the noise level from road traffic is 68 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while other noise sources such as rail, air and industry are below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the soil is clay, which is an area-level indication. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low, and heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Kompas makelaars & taxateurs.
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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 Morsweg 24, Leiden
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €675,000 is 74% above the WOZ value of €388,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation for tax purposes, not the current market value. The price is also on the high side compared to the average asking price in the neighbourhood, which is €487,500.
What is the layout of this apartment?
According to the agent, this ground-floor apartment has 3 rooms, 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, spread over 3 floors. The living area is listed as 84 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 75 m². There is a rear garden of 117 m² facing south, and the home is offered with full ownership.
What is the energy label and what does it mean?
The energy label is A, which is an efficient label. This means the home is likely to have relatively low energy costs compared to less efficient labels. The agent also mentions double glazing, wall insulation and floor insulation, plus a central heating boiler with underfloor heating throughout.
What is the foundation risk in this area?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data. The soil is clay, and the home was built in 1929, which may mean wooden piles or a shallow foundation. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
The noise level from road traffic is 68 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Other noise sources, such as rail, air and industry, are below the standard. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements inside the home.
What supermarkets are nearby?
The Jumbo is just around the corner at 384 metres, and the AH to go and Aldi are both at 410 metres. There are also other options within a short walk, such as a SPAR at 746 metres. In total, there are 48 supermarkets within 5 km.
Which schools are close to this home?
The nearest primary school is the Eerste Leidse Schoolvereniging at 577 metres, followed by Haanstra Basisschool at 815 metres and Vrije School Mareland at 839 metres. There are 99 schools within 5 km, including secondary schools at a distance of 1.4 km.
How is the public transport connection?
The nearest bus stop is Leiden, Noordeinde, at 187 metres, with lines 5, 182, 183 and 187. Leiden Centraal train station is at 556 metres, so you can reach the station with a short walk or a quick bus ride.
What do residents say about the neighbourhood?
Residents of the Morsdistrict, which includes this neighbourhood, give their area an average score of 7.35 out of 10, based on five reviews. One resident mentions a beautiful park and a dog walking area, but notes too few shops. Another says it is reasonably safe as long as doors remain closed.
Is there a homeowners' association fee?
Yes, the homeowners' association fee is €175 per month. This is a common arrangement for apartments, and the fee typically covers shared maintenance and insurance.
