A canal-side apartment in the heart of Leiden
This apartment on the Oude Singel sits right on the water in the middle of Leiden, in the Noordvest neighbourhood. The city centre is literally on your doorstep, with the lively streets and the historic canals just a short stroll away. The last known asking price of €595,000 was on the high side compared to the average of €544,000 for homes at the time for sale in the neighbourhood, but the living area was well above the local norm. For context, the average price per m² in the neighbourhood was €7,077, while this home asked €4,312 per m². If you were looking for apartments in Leiden, this one stood out for its size and location. This home has not been online since 5 August 2026.
A home with history and character
Built in 1715, this apartment is spread over one floor on the second living level, with three rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom. The living area was 138 m² according to the agent, while the BAG registration records 145 m². The home has partial double glazing and is heated by a c.v.-ketel. It is situated on the water, in the centre, in a residential area. The volume is 569 m³. This is a piece of Leiden's history, and the classic proportions are part of its charm.
Life in Noordvest
Noordvest is a small neighbourhood within the Binnenstad-Noord district, and it feels like a true city enclave. Residents of the district give their living environment 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." 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 neighbourhood is lively, with many students, and some residents note that there is not a strong sense of community. The majority of households are single-person (69%), and the average household size is 1.4. The area is very strongly urban, with a high address density. For more on the area, see the Noordvest neighbourhood.
Amenities and getting around
Daily life is easy here. The Dirk supermarket is on your doorstep, just 36 metres away, and a SPAR is just around the corner. For primary education, Vrije School Mareland is a couple of streets away, and De Pionier is a five-minute walk. The nearest GP is Huisartsencentrum Leiden, Huisartsenpraktijk R.A. van Randeraat, a ten-minute walk, and the Centraal Apotheek Leiden is just around the corner. For public transport, the bus stop Leiden, Energiepark is on your doorstep, with lines 45, 400, 401 and N40. Leiden Centraal station is a ten-minute walk, and the Leids Universitair Medisch Centrum is also within walking distance. All this is part of the municipality of Leiden. According to area-level risk data, the road traffic noise is 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard (reference year 2022). Railway noise is 34 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, both below the standard. The foundation risk indication is medium, as the building dates from before 1970 and 71% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. For climate, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk is low for both the current situation and 2050. Heat stress is medium for both now and 2050. These are area-level indications, not an inspection of this specific home.
Source and agent
When this home was still on the market, it was offered via multiple channels, including Ivo van der Leek Makelaardij, Funda and Vastgoed Nederland.
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About Oude Singel 78, Leiden
What was the asking price and how did it compare to other homes in the neighbourhood?
The asking price was €595,000. In the Noordvest neighbourhood, the average asking price for homes at the time for sale was €544,000, and the median was €455,000. The average price per m² in the neighbourhood was €7,077, while this apartment asked €4,312 per m². The living area of 138 m² was significantly larger than the neighbourhood average of 85 m², which helped explain the higher total price.
How many rooms and bedrooms does this apartment have?
According to the agent, this apartment had three rooms, including two bedrooms and one bathroom. It is located on the second living level and spans one floor. The total living area was 138 m² as listed by the agent, while the BAG registration records 145 m². The volume of the home is 569 m³.
What was the energy label and what did it mean for energy costs?
The energy label is D. The home has partial double glazing, which may help somewhat, but the label D suggests that there is room for improvement in energy efficiency.
What is the WOZ value of this property?
The WOZ value was the municipal valuation used for property taxes, and it was not always included in the listing. Without this figure, it was not possible to compare the asking price to the official valuation.
What are the noise levels like at this address?
According to area-level risk data, the road traffic noise is 59 dB Lden, which is above the noise standard (reference year 2022). Railway noise is 34 dB Lden and aircraft noise is 42 dB Lden, both below the standard. These are indications for the area, not measurements at the property itself.
What is the foundation risk for this home?
The foundation risk indication is medium. This is based on the fact that the building was constructed before 1970 (in 1715) and that 71% of properties in this postcode area were built before 1970. This is an area-level indication, not an inspection of this specific home.
What are the flood and heat stress risks for this location?
According to the climate risk data, pluvial flooding at heavy rain is elevated, while flood risk from rivers or the sea is low for both the current situation and 2050. Heat stress is medium for both now and 2050. These are area-level indications and do not reflect the specific condition of this home.
Which supermarkets are nearby?
The Dirk supermarket is just 36 metres away, so it is on your doorstep. A SPAR is 190 metres away, and a Jumbo is 460 metres away. An Albert Heijn is 519 metres away, and an Ekoplaza is 634 metres away. You will have plenty of options for daily groceries.
What schools are in the area?
For primary education, Vrije School Mareland is 256 metres away, De Pionier is 578 metres away, Haanstra Basisschool is 769 metres away, and OBS Lucas van Leyden is 877 metres away. For secondary education, Stedelijk Gymnasium Leiden (locatie Socrates) is 949 metres away.
How far is the nearest GP and pharmacy?
The nearest GP is Huisartsencentrum Leiden, Huisartsenpraktijk R.A. van Randeraat, which is 786 metres away. The nearest pharmacy is Centraal Apotheek Leiden, which is 417 metres away. The nearest hospital is Leids Universitair Medisch Centrum, at 1003 metres.
What public transport options are available?
The nearest bus stop is Leiden, Energiepark, just 134 metres away, with lines 45, 400, 401 and N40. Other stops include Leiden, Nieuwe Beestenmarkt (325 metres) and Leiden, Prinsessekade (381 metres), both with many lines. Leiden Centraal train station is 721 metres away.
What is the neighbourhood like?
Noordvest is a lively, very urban neighbourhood in the centre of Leiden. Residents of the district give an average score of 7.61 out of 10. One resident says: "Everything is close by, and I also think it's beautiful." Another mentions that the station is nearby and the neighbourhood feels safe. Many students live here, and some residents note a lack of green space.
