A 1933 apartment in the heart of Leiden
This apartment on Oosterdwarsstraat 10 sits in De Waard, a neighbourhood in the Binnenstad-Noord district of Leiden. The city centre is just a few minutes' walk away, and the area is lively with students and locals alike. With a living area of 57 m² according to the BAG registration, the last known asking price of €310,000 worked out at €5,439 per m². That was 28% below the average asking price of €428,875 for homes in this neighbourhood, which put this apartment on the sharp side of the market. For context, apartments in Leiden were at the time listed at an average of €6,312 per m². This home has not been online since 30 September 2026.
What the listing tells us
The apartment was built in 1933 and carried an energy label F, the least efficient label, so expect higher energy costs. The listing did not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms, nor did it mention any garden, balcony, or garage. There is no information about insulation, heating, or ownership details such as a homeowners' association fee. The floor area was given as 57 m² according to the BAG registration, and the agent listed the same figure, so there was no discrepancy to note.
Life in De Waard
Residents of the Binnenstad-Noord district, which includes De Waard, give their area an average score of 7.61 based on six reviews. One resident says: "My neighbourhood is in the centre of Leiden, so everything is close by. I also think it's beautiful. Unfortunately, there is a lack of nature." Another adds: "I am within a few minutes' walk of the beautiful centre of Leiden. The station is also nearby and everything can be visited by bus." The district is home to about 2,235 people, and the reviews reflect a mix of appreciation for the convenience and some noise from students and partygoers. The De Waard neighbourhood is a compact urban area with a high address density of 5,157 per km².
Amenities and getting around
Daily errands are easy from here. The Dekamarkt is just around the corner, with Albert Heijn a couple of streets away and SPAR and Hoogvliet within a ten-minute walk. For secondary education, Bonaventura College Burggravenlaan is on your doorstep, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsencentrum Leiden, Huisartsenpraktijk R.A. van Randeraat, and the Haven Apotheek is just around the corner. Bus stops at Zijlsingel and Burggravenlaan are within a couple of streets, with lines 3 and 1, 2, 169, 182, 183, 187 respectively. Leiden Lammenschans station is a ten-minute walk away. The municipality of Leiden offers a full range of services and facilities.
WOZ value and address data
The WOZ value for this apartment was €327,000 as of 1 January 2025, and the asking price sat 5% below that figure. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 45%, from €225,000 to €327,000. As for address-level risk indications, these are area-level data, not an inspection of this specific home. Road traffic noise is measured at 56 dB Lden, above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise stay below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, and the soil is clay. Pluvial flooding risk is low, and heat stress is medium, both now and in 2050.
Source
When this home was still on the market, it was offered only via April makelaars Vleuten.
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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 Oosterdwarsstraat 10, Leiden
How did the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €310,000 was 5% below the WOZ value of €327,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value increased by 45%, from €225,000 to €327,000.
What was the energy label and what did it mean for costs?
The apartment has energy label F, which is the least efficient label. The listing did not provide any details about insulation or heating installations, so those were not stated.
What is the foundation risk for this address?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium, based on area-level data from KCAF and Atlas Leefomgeving. The home was built in 1933 on clay soil, and 67% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an indication at area level, not an inspection of this specific home.
What amenities are nearby?
The Dekamarkt is just around the corner, and Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away. The nearest GP is Huisartsencentrum Leiden, Huisartsenpraktijk R.A. van Randeraat, and the Haven Apotheek is nearby. For schools, Bonaventura College Burggravenlaan is on your doorstep, and the Stedelijk Gymnasium is a five-minute walk.
How is the public transport in this area?
Bus stops at Zijlsingel and Burggravenlaan are within a couple of streets, with lines 3 and 1, 2, 169, 182, 183, 187 respectively. Leiden Lammenschans train station is about 1.4 km away, which is a ten-minute walk. The city centre is also within walking distance.
What is the neighbourhood like?
De Waard is part of the Binnenstad-Noord district, where residents give an average score of 7.61 based on six reviews. One resident says the centre is close by and beautiful, though nature is lacking. Another mentions the lively atmosphere and that they don't feel unsafe coming home late. The district has about 2,235 residents and a high address density.
How many rooms does this apartment have?
The listing did not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, or bathrooms. The living area was 57 m² according to the BAG registration, and the agent listed the same figure. No details about the layout were provided in the listing.
Is there a garden or outdoor space?
The listing did not mention any garden, balcony, terrace, or other outdoor space. No information about a garage or parking is provided either.
What is the noise situation at this address?
Road traffic noise is measured at 56 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 30 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications based on public data, not measurements at this specific home.
How did the price per m² compare to the neighbourhood?
The asking price of €310,000 for 57 m² worked out at €5,439 per m². This was 28% below the average asking price of €428,875 for homes in De Waard. The average price per m² for homes at the time for sale in the neighbourhood was €6,312.
