Havenwijk-Noord, Leiden
NeighbourhoodThis apartment sits on the Oude Herengracht, one of Leiden's classic canals, in the Havenwijk-Noord neighbourhood. The city centre, with its markets and historic streets, is just a short stroll away, and the lively atmosphere is typical of this part of town. The asking price of €375,000 is on the high side compared to the current market, especially given the living area of 70 m². For context, apartments in Leiden vary widely in price, but this one asks a premium.
The apartment was built in 1973 and has an energy label C. The listing does not provide further details about the layout, such as the number of rooms or bedrooms, nor does it mention any outdoor space or specific installations. The living area is 70 m² according to the BAG registration, which is the basis for the price per square metre of €5,357. Without more information from the agent, it's hard to say much more about the interior.
Havenwijk-Noord is a small neighbourhood with just over 600 residents, and it's a mix of students and long-term locals. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.61 out of 10, 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 moved here two months ago and am very satisfied. I am within a few minutes' walk of the beautiful centre of Leiden." The neighbourhood is lively, with a high proportion of young people, and the canal-side setting is a big draw. For more on the area, see the Havenwijk-Noord neighbourhood.
Daily life here is convenient. The Albert Heijn is just around the corner, and there are several other supermarkets a couple of streets away, including a SPAR and a Dirk. For primary education, De Pionier is a five-minute walk, and the Vrije School Mareland is a ten-minute walk. The GP practice De Singel Huisartsen and the Boots Apotheek are both just around the corner. For public transport, the bus stop at Houtmarkt is on your doorstep, with line 56, and the Pelikaan stop, a couple of streets away, offers lines 45, 56, 400, 401 and N40. Leiden Centraal station is a ten-minute walk, and the municipality of the municipality of Leiden is well served by trains.
The WOZ value of the home is €321,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2024. The asking price is 17% above this WOZ value. The WOZ value has not shown any development over the past five years according to the available data. As for address-level risks, the noise from road traffic is 61 dB Lden, which is above the standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their respective standards. The foundation risk indication is low, though this is an area-level indication based on the postcode area, where 84% of properties were built before 1970. Pluvial flooding risk is elevated, and the current flood risk is medium, decreasing to low by 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and remains medium in 2050. These are all area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
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About Oude Herengracht 18B, Leiden
The asking price is €375,000. The WOZ value, as of 1 January 2024, is €321,000, which means the asking price is 17% above the WOZ value. This is a precomputed comparison and does not imply that the price is too high or too low; it simply reflects the difference between the asking price and the municipal valuation.
According to the BAG registration, the living area is 70 m². Based on this area, the price per square metre is €5,357. The agent's listing does not provide an alternative floor area, so the BAG figure is the only one available. This gives a sense of the price relative to the size of the home.
The energy label is C. This label indicates the energy efficiency of the home, but it does not directly tell you about the insulation or heating system. With label C, you can expect moderate energy costs, but the actual costs depend on your usage and the specific installations, which are not detailed in the listing.
The WOZ value is €321,000, with a reference date of 1 January 2024. This is the municipal valuation used for tax purposes, not the current market value. The asking price is 17% above this WOZ value. There is no information about the development of the WOZ value over the past five years.
The address-level risk data shows that road traffic noise is 61 dB Lden, which is above the standard. Railway noise is 32 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 the property itself.
The foundation risk indication is low. This is based on area-level data from KCAF, which notes that 84% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an indication for the area, not an inspection of this specific home, so it does not guarantee the condition of the foundation.
The pluvial flooding risk is elevated, meaning there is a higher chance of flooding from heavy rain. The current flood risk is medium, but it is expected to be low by 2050. Heat stress is currently medium and is projected to remain medium in 2050. These are area-level indications from the Klimaateffectatlas.
There are several supermarkets within a short walk. The nearest is an Albert Heijn at 329 metres, followed by another Albert Heijn at 582 metres, a SPAR at 669 metres, a Dirk at 673 metres, and a Hoogvliet at 675 metres. This means you have a good choice for daily groceries.
There are several primary schools nearby. De Pionier is the closest at 261 metres, followed by Vrije School Mareland at 746 metres, De Springplank at 781 metres, De Singel at 851 metres, and De Viersprong at 851 metres. For secondary education, the nearest is about 1.5 km away.
The nearest bus stop is Leiden, Houtmarkt, at 126 metres, with line 56. Another stop, Leiden, Pelikaan, is at 232 metres and serves lines 45, 56, 400, 401 and N40. The nearest train station is Leiden Centraal, at 1.4 km, which is about a ten-minute walk.
Havenwijk-Noord is a small neighbourhood with about 615 residents. It is very urban, with a high address density. Residents of the wider district give it an average score of 7.61 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident mentions the lively atmosphere and proximity to the centre, while another notes a lack of nature.
The listing does not state the number of rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms, or any details about the garden, balcony, or installations. As a result, it is not possible to describe the layout or features of the home. The only information available is the living area of 70 m² and the year of construction, 1973.
Figures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €342,400 | €229,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €5,383 | – |
| Rent price | €2,233 p/m | €2,273 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €44 p/m | – |
How residents experience their district
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. You occasionally see a tree, but you can't really call it green. Some initiative in this regard would be a good improvement. I am satisfied with almost all other aspects. For example, the supermarket, pharmacy and GP are nearby, and the underground waste bins are very convenient. The only other downside is that there is often a lot of noise from students and partygoers, but nothing unexpected. It's also true that there isn't really a strong neighbourhood feel. There are a few neighbours with whom we occasionally have a drink, but I don't even speak to the majority. This can be attributed to the fact that many students live here and is therefore not a serious drawback for me.
Auto-translated to English by AIAs the most beautiful city of cities, Leiden is at the top. There are beautiful old streets, the market and the town hall. I really love hearing that peculiar 'r', Leiden feels like home. And let them talk about what could be better, should be better and would be better. There is always something that could be better, but Leiden really, I love you!
Auto-translated to English by AII moved here two months ago and am very satisfied. 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. I don't feel unsafe when I come home late at night, as the neighbourhood is lively and so far there are no weird types around. In terms of nature, it could be better, but you can't expect that in the middle of a city. Fortunately, you only have to cycle or run a short distance to discover nature. It's a shame there is so little housing, while so many students are looking for a room, because I would definitely recommend the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIQuite a lot of nuisance but otherwise always cosy and easily accessible
Auto-translated to English by AICosy neighbourhood in the centre and close to shops etc
Auto-translated to English by AIYou have everything you would expect in a historic city centre: shops, market, lots of hospitality with terraces, culture, water and boats, events, nice neighbours young and old, etc. Only for forests and mountains you have to go further away.
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €558,023 | €458,436 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,540 | – |
| Rent price | €2,115 p/m | €2,141 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €31 p/m | – |
How residents experience their municipality
Living here is fantastic. Beautiful, spacious and affordable apartment with 90m2 floor area. Indoor route to the supermarket. GP and the usual shops like Etos, Kruidvat, Bruna, Hema on the nearby square. Bus lines and main roads within 5 minutes. Also enough schools at every level. In short, "a place to be".
Auto-translated to English by AII enjoy living here.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy 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. Only the park is not lit and there are regularly homeless people who also sleep in the bushes! The park is well maintained though. In short, I am very satisfied with the neighbourhood.
Auto-translated to English by AIIt is a rather detached part of Leiden, with a strange mix of student complexes and houses. A lot of noise nuisance.
Auto-translated to English by AICosy, everyone chats with each other on the street. We are kept well informed about what is happening in the neighbourhood via a newsletter. And then an information evening is held. In the playground, the neighbourhood police officer could patrol the area more often.
Auto-translated to English by AIThey keep an eye on each other. Everyone has a chat every now and then. More and more young families with children are moving in, so there's a bit more going on. Children playing, nice for the elderly who no longer work but are at home or alone.
Auto-translated to English by AIPolice often around. On the grass field where children play, dogs are often walked and the owners leave the dog poop lying around.
Auto-translated to English by AII don't really have an experience but there are many nice people
Auto-translated to English by AIFigures on residents, liveability and the housing market
| Sale price | €580,760 | €528,169 |
|---|---|---|
| Sale per m² | €6,030 | – |
| Rent price | €1,937 p/m | €1,936 p/m |
| Rent per m² | €27 p/m | – |
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