A historic home on the water
This apartment sits right on the water along the Oude Rijn, in the heart of Leiden's historic centre. The setting is described as being on the water, on a quiet road, and in the centre, which gives it a distinctly atmospheric feel. Built in 1583, this is a piece of Leiden's long history. The asking price of €375,000 is keen compared to the neighbourhood average asking price of €950,750, according to the precomputed comparison. For context, the average asking price for apartments in Leiden reflects the wider market.
Inside the apartment
This is a ground-floor apartment (a benedenwoning) with two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom, spread over a single floor. The living area is listed as 56 m² by the agent, while the BAG registration records 55 m². The home has partial double glazing and a central heating boiler. It is part of an owners' association, with a monthly contribution of €8,400 per year. The property was listed for sale on 27 October 2026.
Pancras-West
Pancras-West is a small neighbourhood within Leiden's city centre, home to about 1,175 residents. It is a lively area, with a high proportion of young adults and students. Residents of the wider district give 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 reviews reflect a vibrant, student-heavy atmosphere, with some noise from students and partygoers mentioned. For more on the area, see the Pancras-West neighbourhood.
Amenities and transport
Daily errands are easy from here. The SPAR is just around the corner, and the Albert Heijn is a couple of streets away, with Ekoplaza and Dirk also within walking distance. The nearest GP, Huisartsencentrum Leiden, is a five-minute walk, and the Centraal Apotheek Leiden pharmacy is just around the corner. For schools, Haanstra Basisschool is a ten-minute walk, and OBS Lucas van Leyden is also within reach. Public transport is well served: the Breestraat bus stop, with lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 54, 56 and 169, is just around the corner, and Leiden Centraal train station is a ten-minute walk. The municipality of Leiden offers all this and more, as you can see on the page for the municipality of Leiden.
WOZ and address data
The WOZ value for this home is €379,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. The asking price is 1% below this WOZ value. Between 2020 and 2025, the WOZ value rose by 53%, from €248,000 to €379,000. As for address-level risks, these are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home. The noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard, while railway and aircraft noise are below their standards. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low both now and in 2050; heat stress is medium now and elevated by 2050.
Source and agent
At the time of writing, the home is offered via multiple channels, including Den Elsen Makelaardij.
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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 Oude Rijn 33K, Leiden
How does the asking price compare to the WOZ value?
The asking price of €375,000 is 1% below the WOZ value of €379,000, which was set on 1 January 2025. The WOZ value is the municipal valuation, not the current market value. This means the asking price is slightly under the official valuation, but the actual market price depends on what buyers are willing to pay.
What is the layout of this apartment?
This is a ground-floor apartment with two rooms, one bedroom, and one bathroom, all on a single floor. The agent lists the living area as 56 m², while the BAG registration records 55 m². The home has partial double glazing and a central heating boiler. It is part of an owners' association with an annual contribution of €8,400.
What is the WOZ value and how has it developed?
The WOZ value is €379,000, based on the reference date of 1 January 2025. Over the past five years, the WOZ value has increased by 53%, from €248,000 in 2020 to €379,000 in 2025. This reflects the general upward trend in property values in this area, though the WOZ is a municipal valuation and not the same as the market price.
What are the noise levels around this home?
According to public risk data at the address level, the noise level from road traffic is 53 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard. Railway noise is 33 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, both below their respective standards. These are area-level indications, not measurements taken at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this property?
The foundation risk indication for this address is medium. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970, in this case in 1583. The KCAF attention area notes that 91% 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?
The nearest supermarket is a SPAR, about 237 metres away, which is just around the corner. An Albert Heijn is 261 metres away, also within a couple of streets. Ekoplaza is 310 metres away, and Dirk is 430 metres away. For daily groceries, you have several options within a short walk.
How close is the nearest bus stop and train station?
The nearest bus stop is Leiden, Breestraat, about 244 metres away, with bus lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 54, 56 and 169. The train station Leiden Centraal is approximately 1.1 kilometres away, which is about a ten-minute walk. This makes both local and national travel convenient.
What is the neighbourhood like according to residents?
Residents of the wider district give an average score of 7.61 out of 10, based on six reviews. One resident says the centre is beautiful and everything is close by, but notes a lack of nature. Another mentions the lively, student-heavy atmosphere and that they don't feel unsafe coming home late. The reviews reflect a vibrant area with some noise from students.
How does the price per square metre compare to the neighbourhood?
The asking price per square metre is €6,696, based on the agent's listed living area of 56 m². This is 24% below the neighbourhood average asking price per square metre of €8,765. The home's living area is also 61% smaller than the neighbourhood average of 144 m², which partly explains the lower total price.
