Noordvest, Leiden
NeighbourhoodThis apartment on the Oude Singel sits in the heart of Leiden, where the canals and cobbled streets give the city its timeless charm. Built in 1625, the home carries centuries of character, with high ceilings and original details that tell a story. At €1,650,000, it is the most expensive of the 11 homes currently for sale in Noordvest and sits 135% above the neighbourhood's average asking price of €702,727, a reflection of its exceptional size and location. For context, apartments in Leiden vary widely, but this one is in a league of its own.
Noordvest is the historic core of Leiden, with narrow streets, monumental buildings and a bustling atmosphere. One resident sums it up: "Leiden city centre; more versatile than you think!" They add: "As 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." Based on one review, the neighbourhood scores a 7.63 out of 10. The area is densely populated, with over 5,900 addresses per km², and home to many young adults and singles. Most homes were built before 1945, and the mix of students, professionals and long-term residents gives it a vibrant, urban feel. Discover more about neighbourhood Noordvest.
For your morning bread, Dirk is just around the corner, and SPAR is a couple of streets away. For a bigger shop, Jumbo and Albert Heijn are within a ten-minute walk. Families with young children will find Vrije School Mareland just around the corner, and De Pionier primary school a five-minute walk away. The Stedelijk Gymnasium is also within walking distance for secondary education. A park or public garden is on your doorstep, and the train station is a ten-minute walk, handy for trips to The Hague or Amsterdam. Explore more about municipality Leiden.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including Geurts Makelaars, Hypotheken en Verzekeringen. The asking price is €1,650,000.
Details of this home
Oude Singel 72, Leiden
Good · 1 resident
As 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!
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About Oude Singel 72, Leiden
The asking price is 135% above the neighbourhood average of €702,727 and makes it the most expensive of the 11 homes currently for sale in Noordvest. At €13,415 per m², it is well above the neighbourhood average of €6,684 per m². The home is exceptionally large (123 m²) and located in a historic building from 1625, which explains the premium. Whether it is fair depends on how much the history and location are worth to you.
Noordvest is the historic centre of Leiden, with a very high density of addresses (5,968 per km²). It is lively, with many young adults and singles, 47% of residents are between 25 and 45. Most homes date from before 1945, giving the area a classic Dutch city feel. One resident describes it as "the most beautiful city of cities" and says "Leiden feels like home." The neighbourhood scores 7.63 out of 10 based on one review.
Leiden Centraal station is 1.4 km away, about a ten-minute walk. From there, you can reach The Hague in about 15 minutes and Amsterdam in about 40 minutes.
Dirk is just 53 metres away on the same street, perfect for daily shopping. SPAR is 193 metres away, Jumbo at 434 metres, and Albert Heijn at 541 metres, all within a five to ten-minute walk.
There are several primary schools within walking distance: Vrije School Mareland at 259 metres, De Pionier at 604 metres, and Haanstra Basisschool at 763 metres. For secondary education, Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden is about 963 metres away.
The home has energy label B, which is reasonably efficient. It means the home is well-insulated compared to older buildings, but you can expect moderate energy costs. In the neighbourhood, 16.7% of homes have label B, while 58.3% have label D or lower.
The apartment was built in 1625, making it nearly 400 years old. It is part of Leiden's historic centre, where 75% of homes date from before 1945. The age means characterful details like high ceilings and original features, but also that maintenance may be more involved.
6 homes in the neighbourhood Noordvest
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