Academiewijk, Leiden
NeighbourhoodThis apartment sits on one of Leiden's oldest streets, right in the heart of the Academiewijk. The 84 m² floor area is compact by neighbourhood standards, but the 1750 build year gives it genuine character. At €675,000, the asking price is 19% below the neighbourhood average of €837,433, which makes it a keen entry into this sought-after area. For context, the average price per m² here is €5,926, so this home is priced competitively. See how it compares to other apartments in Leiden.
The Academiewijk is a dense, lively neighbourhood with 1,940 residents, mostly young: 39% are between 15 and 25. Over half of households are single-person, and only 5% have children. The urbanity level is very strong (address density 5,351 per km²), so expect a vibrant street scene. Most homes here were built before 1945 (88%), and two-thirds have an energy label D or lower. No resident reviews are available for this neighbourhood, so the picture comes from the statistics: a young, transient population in a historic setting. Discover more about the Academiewijk neighbourhood.
Your morning bread run is a five-minute walk to Jumbo or SPAR. For organic groceries, Ekoplaza is just under 600 m away. The nearest primary school, Haanstra Basisschool, is a couple of streets away, and OBS Lucas van Leyden is a five-minute walk. The train station is a ten-minute walk, and the city's restaurants are literally on your doorstep. For green space, the nearest park is about 800 m away. Explore the municipality of Leiden for more on local amenities.
At the time of writing, this home is listed through several channels, including Kerkvliet Makelaars.
Details of this home
Oude Varkenmarkt 13A, Leiden
Data from Academiewijk
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About Oude Varkenmarkt 13A, Leiden
The asking price of €675,000 is 19% below the neighbourhood average of €837,433, and also below the median of €617,500. Given that the floor area (84 m²) is 41% smaller than the neighbourhood average (143 m²), the price per m² works out to about €8,036, which is above the neighbourhood average of €5,926 per m². So while the total price is lower than average, you are paying a premium per square metre for the compact size and central location.
Energy label D is the official registration for this home's energy performance. It is a mid-range label, meaning the home is not as efficient as modern standards but not the least efficient either. In the Academiewijk, 66.7% of homes have a label D or lower, so this is typical for the area. Expect moderate energy costs, but the exact amount depends on usage and the specific installations.
The Academiewijk is very popular among young people: 39% of residents are between 15 and 25, and over half of households are single-person. The urbanity level is very strong, with a high density of amenities. Restaurants are on your doorstep, and the train station is a ten-minute walk. It is a lively, historic area with a lot of student and young professional energy.
The nearest primary school is Haanstra Basisschool, about 500 m away. OBS Lucas van Leyden is 585 m away, and Eerste Leidse Schoolvereniging is 774 m away. For secondary education, the nearest school is 1.7 km away. There are 97 schools within 5 km, so plenty of options.
Leiden Centraal station is 1.3 km away, about a ten-minute walk. This gives direct connections to Amsterdam, The Hague, and other major cities.
In the city centre of Leiden, parking is generally limited and often paid. You would need to check with the municipality for permits and availability.
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